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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LM54 TFEMOT history

LM54 TFE is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 169,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2021.

LM54 TFE grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2022
Mileage
169,005 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2021
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 TFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 TFE was last recorded at 169,005 miles on 29 Dec 2021, 11,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,522 miles · 11 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
11,483 miles
Average per year
10,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 169,005 miles
  • 2020 – 157,522 miles
  • 2019 – 147,900 miles
  • 2018 – 128,943 miles
  • 2017 – 123,025 miles
  • 2016 – 110,874 miles
  • 2015 – 97,881 miles
  • 2014 – 84,718 miles
  • 2013 – 72,148 miles
  • 2012 – 60,562 miles
  • 2011 – 52,964 miles
  • 2010 – 43,831 miles
  • 2009 – 30,691 miles
  • 2008 – 25,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,005 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront both side wing corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Engine light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,005 miles (+11,483)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    169,005 miles
    Test number
    209820658033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both side wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass157,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    157,522 miles
    Test number
    553184719090
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail157,522 miles (+9,622)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,522 miles
    Test number
    979078224657
    • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides/rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass147,900 miles (+18,957)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    147,900 miles
    Test number
    383191057012
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive area around intercooler to the front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,943 miles (+5,918)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    128,943 miles
    Test number
    483428795484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,025 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    123,025 miles
    Test number
    214625719957
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  7. Fail123,025 miles (+12,151)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,025 miles
    Test number
    444162098958
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  8. Pass110,874 miles (+12,993)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,874 miles
    Test number
    995522379838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all x4 tyres getting close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  9. Pass97,881 miles (+13,163)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,881 miles
    Test number
    792238453957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,718 miles (+57)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    84,718 miles
    Test number
    367084924418
    • NoteEngine check light on
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  11. Fail84,661 miles (+12,513)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,661 miles
    Test number
    397589914401
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine check light on
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  12. Pass72,148 miles (+16)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,148 miles
    Test number
    346563183177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSigns of wear on both front wiper blades

  13. Fail72,132 miles (+11,570)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,132 miles
    Test number
    297672083165
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSigns of wear on both front wiper blades

  14. Pass60,562 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    149746862182
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail60,562 miles (+7,598)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    178753662157
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass52,964 miles (+9,133)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,964 miles
    Test number
    416051121214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,831 miles (+13,140)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,831 miles
    Test number
    663835140277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,691 miles (+4,957)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,691 miles
    Test number
    821312319031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,734 miles
    Test number
    751182718053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 TFE

Does LM54 TFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 TFE expired on 28 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 TFE?
The MOT on LM54 TFE expired on 28 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 TFE done?
LM54 TFE was recorded at 169,005 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2021, an average of 10,261 miles a year.
Has LM54 TFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 TFE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LM54 TFE 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 TFE find?
LM54 TFE passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front both side wing corroded; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play.

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