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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LR54 XJAMOT history

LR54 XJA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 187,605 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2024.

LR54 XJA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2023
Mileage
187,605 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 XJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR54 XJA was last recorded at 187,605 miles on 27 Feb 2024, 6,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,977 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
6,628 miles
Average per year
8,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,605 miles
  • 2022 – 180,977 miles
  • 2021 – 176,414 miles
  • 2020 – 172,998 miles
  • 2019 – 171,343 miles
  • 2018 – 166,472 miles
  • 2017 – 159,423 miles
  • 2016 – 151,951 miles
  • 2015 – 145,059 miles
  • 2014 – 137,798 miles
  • 2013 – 130,559 miles
  • 2012 – 122,372 miles
  • 2011 – 107,174 miles
  • 2010 – 91,609 miles
  • 2009 – 80,704 miles
  • 2008 – 64,658 miles
  • 2007 – 46,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail187,605 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail187,605 miles (+6,628)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,605 miles
    Test number
    649677112245
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass180,977 miles (+4,563)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    180,977 miles
    Test number
    667679003828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass176,414 miles (+3,416)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    176,414 miles
    Test number
    347185160856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,998 miles (+1,655)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    172,998 miles
    Test number
    392786703908
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass171,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    171,343 miles
    Test number
    429770578218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail171,343 miles (+4,871)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,343 miles
    Test number
    577777940614
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass166,472 miles (+7,049)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    166,472 miles
    Test number
    730744943636
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH HEADLAMP LENSES FADED (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass159,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    159,423 miles
    Test number
    740507386066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail159,419 miles (+7,468)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,419 miles
    Test number
    482015382126
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass151,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    151,951 miles
    Test number
    202482497420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail151,947 miles (+6,888)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,947 miles
    Test number
    461873526972
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  12. Pass145,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    145,059 miles
    Test number
    295451075916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail145,055 miles (+7,257)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,055 miles
    Test number
    442945432966
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass137,798 miles (+7,239)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    137,798 miles
    Test number
    277519944325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass130,559 miles (+8,187)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    130,559 miles
    Test number
    495298133477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass122,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    122,372 miles
    Test number
    709044552349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail122,372 miles (+15,198)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,372 miles
    Test number
    705354452300
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass107,174 miles (+15,565)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    107,174 miles
    Test number
    907902341384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBonnet release mech. sticking
    • NoteN/s/f inner disc surface worn/corroded

  19. Pass91,609 miles (+1,207)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    91,609 miles
    Test number
    621907740398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,402 miles (+9,698)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,402 miles
    Test number
    990749710316
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteO/s/r + n.s/f(inner) discs pitted/corroded

  21. Pass80,704 miles (+16,046)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    80,704 miles
    Test number
    103996149347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,658 miles (+18,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    64,658 miles
    Test number
    811851058306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,320 miles
    Test number
    892054437325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 XJA

Does LR54 XJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 XJA expired on 18 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 XJA?
The MOT on LR54 XJA expired on 18 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 XJA done?
LR54 XJA was recorded at 187,605 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2024, an average of 8,698 miles a year.
Has LR54 XJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 XJA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR54 XJA 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 XJA find?
LR54 XJA failed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2024 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced, and 7 more.

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