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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LM54 OPTMOT history

LM54 OPT is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 159,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2022.

LM54 OPT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2023
Mileage
159,320 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 OPT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 OPT was last recorded at 159,320 miles on 19 Jul 2022, 12,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,255 miles · 28 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
12,065 miles
Average per year
8,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 159,320 miles
  • 2021 – 147,255 miles
  • 2019 – 142,991 miles
  • 2018 – 135,371 miles
  • 2017 – 123,180 miles
  • 2016 – 113,564 miles
  • 2015 – 100,483 miles
  • 2014 – 89,124 miles
  • 2012 – 72,644 miles
  • 2010 – 55,206 miles
  • 2009 – 41,050 miles
  • 2008 – 33,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,320 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySills area corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,320 miles (+12,065)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    159,320 miles
    Test number
    410574455964
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySills area corroded

  2. Pass147,255 miles (+9)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    147,255 miles
    Test number
    168037482955
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail147,246 miles (+4,255)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,246 miles
    Test number
    973899394209
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass142,991 miles (+7,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    142,991 miles
    Test number
    414182308182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,371 miles (+12,191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    135,371 miles
    Test number
    497864072405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass123,180 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    123,180 miles
    Test number
    736813236889
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail123,145 miles (+9,581)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,145 miles
    Test number
    723367685261
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass113,564 miles (+13,081)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,564 miles
    Test number
    583900975082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,483 miles (+11,359)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,483 miles
    Test number
    409597595090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,124 miles (+16,480)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    457286814159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,644 miles
    Test number
    565318592101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,644 miles (+17,438)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,644 miles
    Test number
    447908292111
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail55,206 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,206 miles
    Test number
    202258050312
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass55,206 miles (+14,156)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    55,206 miles
    Test number
    243208850332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,050 miles
    Test number
    372306219094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,050 miles (+7,324)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,050 miles
    Test number
    111282519406
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass33,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,726 miles
    Test number
    151367218075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 OPT

Does LM54 OPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 OPT expired on 18 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 OPT?
The MOT on LM54 OPT expired on 18 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 OPT done?
LM54 OPT was recorded at 159,320 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2022, an average of 8,660 miles a year.
Has LM54 OPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 OPT has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LM54 OPT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 OPT find?
LM54 OPT passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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