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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LM54 ZROMOT history

LM54 ZRO is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 161,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

LM54 ZRO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2024
Mileage
161,429 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ZRO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 ZRO was last recorded at 161,429 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 6,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,549 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,880 miles
Average per year
6,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,429 miles
  • 2023 – 154,549 miles
  • 2022 – 147,416 miles
  • 2021 – 143,290 miles
  • 2020 – 138,054 miles
  • 2019 – 130,896 miles
  • 2018 – 125,350 miles
  • 2017 – 122,040 miles
  • 2016 – 119,301 miles
  • 2015 – 116,324 miles
  • 2014 – 112,071 miles
  • 2013 – 108,293 miles
  • 2012 – 103,620 miles
  • 2011 – 101,489 miles
  • 2010 – 93,523 miles
  • 2009 – 82,434 miles
  • 2008 – 63,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,429 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,429 miles (+6,880)3 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,429 miles
    Test number
    702339057543
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass154,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    154,549 miles
    Test number
    698638886284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail154,549 miles (+7,133)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,549 miles
    Test number
    844080479309
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass147,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    147,416 miles
    Test number
    804230099993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail147,416 miles (+4,126)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,416 miles
    Test number
    803495362172
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,290 miles (+5,236)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    143,290 miles
    Test number
    415751907429
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing from inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing from inside

  7. Pass138,054 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,054 miles
    Test number
    372061106479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,043 miles (+78)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,043 miles
    Test number
    315639501054
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail137,965 miles (+7,069)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,965 miles
    Test number
    650992873867
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn inner edge Also perishing 205/55/16
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass130,896 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    130,896 miles
    Test number
    858658957294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail130,896 miles (+5,546)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,896 miles
    Test number
    848063542220
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass125,350 miles (+3,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    125,350 miles
    Test number
    240567550563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass122,040 miles (+2,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    122,040 miles
    Test number
    873279617398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass119,301 miles (+2,977)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    119,301 miles
    Test number
    533316890130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,324 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,324 miles
    Test number
    159376265051
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail116,324 miles (+4,253)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,324 miles
    Test number
    367496965074
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass112,071 miles (+3,778)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    112,071 miles
    Test number
    408407664089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass108,293 miles (+4,673)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    108,293 miles
    Test number
    677776563028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,620 miles (+2,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    103,620 miles
    Test number
    675672362017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass101,489 miles (+7,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    101,489 miles
    Test number
    306267861014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass93,523 miles (+11,089)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,523 miles
    Test number
    162330650499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,434 miles (+19,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,434 miles
    Test number
    152322549481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  23. Pass63,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    63,213 miles
    Test number
    114145838454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 ZRO

Does LM54 ZRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 ZRO expired on 19 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ZRO?
The MOT on LM54 ZRO expired on 19 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 ZRO done?
LM54 ZRO was recorded at 161,429 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 6,099 miles a year.
Has LM54 ZRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ZRO has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 ZRO 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 ZRO find?
LM54 ZRO failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear inner tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 6 more.

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