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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM54 TERMOT history

LM54 TER is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Mar 2011. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 144,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

LM54 TER silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
144,631 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 TER
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 TER was last recorded at 144,631 miles on 29 May 2025, 4,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,098 miles · 24 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,533 miles
Average per year
9,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,631 miles
  • 2024 – 140,098 miles
  • 2023 – 132,270 miles
  • 2022 – 120,851 miles
  • 2021 – 114,039 miles
  • 2020 – 108,638 miles
  • 2019 – 101,631 miles
  • 2018 – 93,752 miles
  • 2017 – 80,843 miles
  • 2016 – 68,099 miles
  • 2015 – 54,016 miles
  • 2014 – 39,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,631 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • * Low revs...No emissions printout *

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Corrosion on rear chassis

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Age cracking and play to both front lower arm rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,631 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    144,631 miles
    Test number
    586956777408
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail144,631 miles (+4,533)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,631 miles
    Test number
    714455703673
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass140,098 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    140,098 miles
    Test number
    703505440844
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail140,098 miles (+7,828)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,098 miles
    Test number
    266071025982
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust sleeve broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass132,270 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    132,270 miles
    Test number
    627333267580
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail132,270 miles (+11,419)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,270 miles
    Test number
    329836102563
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,851 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    120,851 miles
    Test number
    402187182212
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail120,847 miles (+6,808)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,847 miles
    Test number
    159457659030
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,039 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,039 miles
    Test number
    909039031732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,032 miles (+5,394)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,032 miles
    Test number
    815998919247
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass108,638 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    108,638 miles
    Test number
    752481526806
    • Advisory* Low revs...No emissions printout *
    • AdvisoryAge cracking and play to both front lower arm rear bushes
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWear on front tyre edge

  12. Fail108,636 miles (+7,005)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,636 miles
    Test number
    467960411505
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut showing inner cord. Falken 205.55.16V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Advisory* Low revs...No emissions printout *
    • AdvisoryAge cracking and play to both front lower arm rear bushes
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWear on front tyre edge

  13. Pass101,631 miles (+7,879)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    101,631 miles
    Test number
    482317208344
    • Advisory* Low revs...No emissions printout *
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear chassis
    • AdvisoryDamage to front bumper
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes have slight age cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySome cuts to rear tyres

  14. Pass93,752 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,752 miles
    Test number
    805953635497
    • AdvisoryCuts to tyres
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes slightly age cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Fail93,752 miles (+12,909)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,752 miles
    Test number
    179367358289
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCuts to tyres
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes slightly age cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass80,843 miles (+12,744)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,843 miles
    Test number
    302864743559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  17. Pass68,099 miles (+14,083)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,099 miles
    Test number
    653186632567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin * Need attention very soon * (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped/Worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smear

  18. Pass54,016 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,016 miles
    Test number
    307827315132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteHeavy wear on both front tyre edges
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail54,016 miles (+14,408)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,016 miles
    Test number
    456167015164
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDeepcuts to tyres
    • NoteHeavy wear on both front tyre edges
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass39,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,608 miles
    Test number
    955860924123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 TER

Does LM54 TER currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 TER expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 TER?
The MOT on LM54 TER expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 TER done?
LM54 TER was recorded at 144,631 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2025, an average of 9,479 miles a year.
Has LM54 TER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 TER has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 TER 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 TER find?
LM54 TER passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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