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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LR54 NHDMOT history

LR54 NHD is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2023.

LR54 NHD grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2023
Mileage
149,586 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 NHD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR54 NHD was last recorded at 149,586 miles on 24 Jan 2023, 8,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,721 miles · 18 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8,865 miles
Average per year
8,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,586 miles
  • 2022 – 140,721 miles
  • 2021 – 133,081 miles
  • 2020 – 127,319 miles
  • 2018 – 115,729 miles
  • 2017 – 100,757 miles
  • 2016 – 92,559 miles
  • 2015 – 84,174 miles
  • 2014 – 77,325 miles
  • 2013 – 70,506 miles
  • 2012 – 62,950 miles
  • 2011 – 53,994 miles
  • 2010 – 43,349 miles
  • 2009 – 27,943 miles
  • 2008 – 20,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,586 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryN/s cv damp
  • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized

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.

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Fluid leak, but not excessive WATER PUMP LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Outer CLUTCH MASTER LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Damage to offside front sill.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,586 miles (+8,865)2 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,586 miles
    Test number
    717533059680
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s cv damp
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized

  2. Pass140,721 miles (+7,640)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    140,721 miles
    Test number
    359416046198
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES, ALSO BOTH VERY BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass133,081 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,081 miles
    Test number
    429263069313
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective splitting and has play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap broken

  4. Fail133,081 miles (+5,762)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,081 miles
    Test number
    486868120353
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective splitting and has play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap broken

  5. Pass127,319 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,319 miles
    Test number
    676035600795
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer petrol cap broken

  6. Fail127,198 miles (+11,469)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,198 miles
    Test number
    921867912825
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHydraulic brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER (1.1.16 (e) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass115,729 miles (+187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    115,729 miles
    Test number
    698282089952
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive WATER PUMP LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CLUTCH MASTER LEAKING

  8. Fail115,542 miles (+14,785)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,542 miles
    Test number
    149547137368
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive WATER PUMP LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CLUTCH MASTER LEAKING

  9. Pass100,757 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    100,757 miles
    Test number
    929019714628
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside front sill.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail100,740 miles (+8,181)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,740 miles
    Test number
    589525856160
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Repeater lens (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside front sill.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Only just passed/very low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass92,559 miles (+8,385)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    92,559 miles
    Test number
    113939201618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,174 miles (+6,849)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,174 miles
    Test number
    629051625187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    77,325 miles
    Test number
    257168414473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,325 miles (+6,819)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,325 miles
    Test number
    428788114133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass70,506 miles (+7,556)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,506 miles
    Test number
    839150123112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,950 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,950 miles
    Test number
    918137412136
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass62,950 miles (+8,956)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,950 miles
    Test number
    957767612129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,994 miles (+10,645)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,994 miles
    Test number
    935439101195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,349 miles (+15,406)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,349 miles
    Test number
    962449700140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass27,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,943 miles
    Test number
    831601529122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,943 miles (+7,384)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,943 miles
    Test number
    204631629476
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass20,559 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,559 miles
    Test number
    820713028137
    • NoteAdvise attention to offside rear side light.

Questions about LR54 NHD

Does LR54 NHD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 NHD expired on 27 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 NHD?
The MOT on LR54 NHD expired on 27 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 NHD done?
LR54 NHD was recorded at 149,586 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2023, an average of 8,760 miles a year.
Has LR54 NHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 NHD has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 NHD 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 NHD find?
LR54 NHD failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 10 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel, and 11 more.

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