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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LM54 ZXBMOT history

LM54 ZXB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 184,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2024.

LM54 ZXB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2025
Mileage
184,381 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ZXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ZXB was last recorded at 184,381 miles on 31 Oct 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,381 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 184,381 miles
  • 2023 – 166,978 miles
  • 2022 – 144,716 miles
  • 2021 – 124,024 miles
  • 2020 – 104,815 miles
  • 2019 – 77,003 miles
  • 2018 – 70,778 miles
  • 2017 – 66,684 miles
  • 2016 – 60,547 miles
  • 2015 – 54,150 miles
  • 2014 – 47,729 miles
  • 2013 – 42,945 miles
  • 2012 – 37,582 miles
  • 2011 – 33,800 miles
  • 2010 – 28,390 miles
  • 2009 – 24,527 miles
  • 2008 – 18,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,381 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Check engine light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    184,381 miles
    Test number
    145659742120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail184,381 miles (+17,403)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,381 miles
    Test number
    704229067399
    • DangerousNearside Rear caliper leaking
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass166,978 miles (+22,262)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    166,978 miles
    Test number
    753185687699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,716 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    535608173936
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail144,716 miles (+20,692)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    229477947263
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,024 miles
    Test number
    980279621774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail124,024 miles (+19,209)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,024 miles
    Test number
    804147612146
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass104,815 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,815 miles
    Test number
    221668546831
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail104,815 miles (+27,812)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,815 miles
    Test number
    171415527670
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,003 miles (+6,225)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,003 miles
    Test number
    771223746364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,778 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,778 miles
    Test number
    855466897086
    • AdvisoryCheck engine light on
    • AdvisoryEngine bay restricted view
    • AdvisoryVehicle nearside and offside side under tray

  12. Fail70,778 miles (+4,094)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,778 miles
    Test number
    672481219639
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCheck engine light on
    • AdvisoryEngine bay restricted view
    • AdvisoryVehicle nearside and offside side under tray

  13. Pass66,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,684 miles
    Test number
    343222431767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,684 miles (+6,137)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,684 miles
    Test number
    270729335422
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryENGINE LIGHT ON.

  15. Pass60,547 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,547 miles
    Test number
    291258458237
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim just passable advise new headlamp
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim just passable advise new headlamp
    • AdvisoryEngine cover

  16. Fail60,547 miles (+6,397)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,547 miles
    Test number
    225308610168
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCheck engine light on
    • AdvisoryEngine cover

  17. Pass54,150 miles (+6,421)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,150 miles
    Test number
    949789995098
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteTracking

  18. Pass47,729 miles (+4,784)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,729 miles
    Test number
    177309774025
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteAdvise nearside front door central locking

  19. Fail42,945 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,945 miles
    Test number
    327767373087
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass42,945 miles (+5,363)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,945 miles
    Test number
    609537373010
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass37,582 miles (+3,782)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,582 miles
    Test number
    398342162011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,800 miles (+5,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,800 miles
    Test number
    748815231036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  23. Pass28,390 miles (+3,863)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,390 miles
    Test number
    154290240430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,527 miles (+6,409)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,527 miles
    Test number
    982762349042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,118 miles
    Test number
    143284848055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 ZXB

Does LM54 ZXB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 ZXB expired on 30 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ZXB?
The MOT on LM54 ZXB expired on 30 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 ZXB done?
LM54 ZXB was recorded at 184,381 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2024, an average of 9,947 miles a year.
Has LM54 ZXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ZXB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 ZXB 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 ZXB find?
LM54 ZXB passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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