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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LR54 EJXMOT history

LR54 EJX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2023.

LR54 EJX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2024
Mileage
131,586 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 EJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 EJX was last recorded at 131,586 miles on 16 Jan 2023, 4,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,965 miles · 31 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,621 miles
Average per year
6,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,586 miles
  • 2022 – 126,965 miles
  • 2021 – 120,846 miles
  • 2019 – 108,168 miles
  • 2018 – 99,440 miles
  • 2017 – 90,710 miles
  • 2016 – 83,656 miles
  • 2015 – 79,829 miles
  • 2013 – 68,628 miles
  • 2012 – 63,575 miles
  • 2011 – 57,456 miles
  • 2010 – 51,616 miles
  • 2009 – 48,061 miles
  • 2008 – 41,326 miles
  • 2007 – 33,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,586 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Bumper insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,586 miles3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,586 miles
    Test number
    123116722809
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  2. Fail131,586 miles (+4,621)3 repaired3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,586 miles
    Test number
    588234171340
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  3. Pass126,965 miles4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,965 miles
    Test number
    290500335539
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,965 miles (+6,119)2 major4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,965 miles
    Test number
    616830330181
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass120,846 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    120,846 miles
    Test number
    382470828987
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Fail120,843 miles (+12,675)1 dangerous7 major5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,843 miles
    Test number
    531312499944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass108,168 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,168 miles
    Test number
    393041212078
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Fail108,168 miles (+8,728)4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,168 miles
    Test number
    716363329204
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass99,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,440 miles
    Test number
    483113886684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Fail99,440 miles (+8,730)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,440 miles
    Test number
    561331707092
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Showing 52% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass90,710 miles (+7,054)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,710 miles
    Test number
    678433844214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Mount (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass83,656 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,656 miles
    Test number
    735710890811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,829 miles (+11,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    79,829 miles
    Test number
    979472625117
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass68,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,628 miles
    Test number
    257290723335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,628 miles (+5,053)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,628 miles
    Test number
    526130723344
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass63,575 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,575 miles
    Test number
    695016602311
    • NoteEngine cranks slowly and does not start on the button. Suspect poor battery and starter motor
    • NoteLight switch feels worn and struggles to turn the front fogs of.
    • NoteSlight metallic chatter from the aux belt tensioner.

  17. Fail63,575 miles (+6,119)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,575 miles
    Test number
    439736402482
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine cranks slowly and does not start on the button. Suspect poor battery and starter motor
    • NoteLight switch feels worn and struggles to turn the front fogs of.
    • NoteOffside front tyre pressure looks low
    • NoteSlight metallic chatter from the aux belt tensioner.

  18. Pass57,456 miles (+13)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,456 miles
    Test number
    765420301354
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  19. Fail57,443 miles (+5,827)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,443 miles
    Test number
    839318591203
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s front bumper damaged

  20. Pass51,616 miles (+3,555)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    294815500363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,061 miles (+6,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,061 miles
    Test number
    464780999264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass41,326 miles (+8,131)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,326 miles
    Test number
    833792598284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,195 miles
    Test number
    303836187207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 EJX

Does LR54 EJX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 EJX expired on 2 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 EJX?
The MOT on LR54 EJX expired on 2 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 EJX done?
LR54 EJX was recorded at 131,586 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2023, an average of 6,447 miles a year.
Has LR54 EJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 EJX has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 EJX 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 LR54 EJX find?
LR54 EJX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2023 with 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 12 more.

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