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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LM54 ZRDMOT history

LM54 ZRD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 158,517 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

LM54 ZRD blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2026
Mileage
158,517 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ZRD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 ZRD was last recorded at 158,517 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 8,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,198 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,319 miles
Average per year
5,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,517 miles
  • 2025 – 150,198 miles
  • 2024 – 145,357 miles
  • 2023 – 133,535 miles
  • 2022 – 131,492 miles
  • 2021 – 128,601 miles
  • 2020 – 126,641 miles
  • 2019 – 123,013 miles
  • 2018 – 119,661 miles
  • 2017 – 115,147 miles
  • 2016 – 109,988 miles
  • 2015 – 104,778 miles
  • 2014 – 99,834 miles
  • 2013 – 93,021 miles
  • 2012 – 89,257 miles
  • 2011 – 81,698 miles
  • 2010 – 75,873 miles
  • 2009 – 72,856 miles
  • 2007 – 63,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,517 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced x2 both (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cannot open to inspect (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing all wheels missing 1 bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play x2 both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryMIL illuminated
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,517 miles (+8,319)1 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,517 miles
    Test number
    218524577379
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced x2 both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cannot open to inspect (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing all wheels missing 1 bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play x2 both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass150,198 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    150,198 miles
    Test number
    854496913300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail150,198 miles (+4,841)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,198 miles
    Test number
    106568454788
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass145,357 miles (+11,822)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    145,357 miles
    Test number
    159707507139
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass133,535 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,535 miles
    Test number
    386021158523
    • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail133,529 miles (+70)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,529 miles
    Test number
    839407896141
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail133,459 miles (+1,967)10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,459 miles
    Test number
    699509476603
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  8. Pass131,492 miles (+2,891)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,492 miles
    Test number
    505479465058
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps starting to haze over. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass128,601 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,601 miles
    Test number
    587349252469
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Fail128,601 miles (+1,960)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,601 miles
    Test number
    779758559020
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass126,641 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,641 miles
    Test number
    651004962436
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe headlamp lenses are deteriorated

  12. Fail126,632 miles (+3,619)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,632 miles
    Test number
    778438218578
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryThe headlamp lenses are deteriorated

  13. Pass123,013 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,013 miles
    Test number
    763764083206
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail123,010 miles (+3,349)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,010 miles
    Test number
    566809892634
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass119,661 miles (+37)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,661 miles
    Test number
    912113446616
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryThe headlamp lenses are quite badly deteriorated and have a poor beam image
    • AdvisoryThe o/s/f tyre is worn on the inner edge

  16. Fail119,624 miles (+4,477)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,624 miles
    Test number
    590039320616
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryThe headlamp lenses are quite badly deteriorated and have a poor beam image
    • AdvisoryThe o/s/f tyre is worn on the inner edge

  17. Pass115,147 miles (+5,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,147 miles
    Test number
    707425572706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass109,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,988 miles
    Test number
    123575660111
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deteriorated, pads OK

  19. Fail109,988 miles (+5,210)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,988 miles
    Test number
    485645562513
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deteriorated, pads OK

  20. Pass104,778 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,778 miles
    Test number
    427905255032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOsr wheel bearing starting to get noisey
    • NoteThe o/s/f, o/s/r and n/s/r tyres are worn very close to the legal limit

  21. Fail104,788 miles (+4,954)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,788 miles
    Test number
    848655455080
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteThe o/s/f, o/s/r and n/s/r tyres are worn very close to the legal limit

  22. Pass99,834 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    99,834 miles
    Test number
    188845464031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteThe o/s/f and o/s/r tyres are worn close to the legal limit on the inside edges

  23. Fail99,834 miles (+6,813)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,834 miles
    Test number
    969765364092
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteThe n/s/r brake is binding slightly and both rear brake discs are deteriorated/worn
    • NoteThe o/s/f and o/s/r tyres are worn close to the legal limit on the inside edges

  24. Pass93,021 miles (+3,764)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,021 miles
    Test number
    279470563009
    • NoteThe bonet release cable is tight
    • NoteThe n/s cv boot is deteriorated and starting to leak grease

  25. Pass89,257 miles (+7,559)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,257 miles
    Test number
    315200762044
    • NoteThe n/s cv boot is deteriorated

  26. Pass81,698 miles (+5,825)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,698 miles
    Test number
    466373551095
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING SLIGHTLY NOISY

  27. Pass75,873 miles (+3,017)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,873 miles
    Test number
    104457360042
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 1.6mm
    • NoteNsf cv boot pin holed
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  28. Pass72,856 miles (+8,869)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,856 miles
    Test number
    121665759002
    • NoteFront tyres worn low
    • NoteNsf cv boot has pin hole in
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  29. Pass63,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    63,987 miles
    Test number
    700118457395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM54 ZRD

Does LM54 ZRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 ZRD expired on 26 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ZRD?
The MOT on LM54 ZRD expired on 26 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 ZRD done?
LM54 ZRD was recorded at 158,517 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 5,179 miles a year.
Has LM54 ZRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ZRD has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 ZRD 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 ZRD find?
LM54 ZRD failed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced x2 both; front windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road, and 16 more.

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