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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LR54 XJDMOT history

LR54 XJD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 172,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LR54 XJD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
172,369 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 XJD
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
2 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 XJD was last recorded at 172,369 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 7,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,851 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,518 miles
Average per year
7,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,369 miles
  • 2024 – 164,851 miles
  • 2023 – 154,991 miles
  • 2022 – 139,351 miles
  • 2021 – 133,477 miles
  • 2020 – 128,513 miles
  • 2019 – 123,484 miles
  • 2018 – 117,503 miles
  • 2017 – 112,290 miles
  • 2016 – 100,454 miles
  • 2015 – 91,339 miles
  • 2014 – 83,949 miles
  • 2013 – 72,918 miles
  • 2012 – 62,719 miles
  • 2011 – 56,707 miles
  • 2010 – 50,434 miles
  • 2009 – 42,926 miles
  • 2008 – 35,713 miles
  • 2007 – 28,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,369 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Outer sill damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Corrosion to rear of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,369 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    172,369 miles
    Test number
    856949166831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail172,369 miles (+7,518)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,369 miles
    Test number
    347395547221
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass164,851 miles (+25)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    164,851 miles
    Test number
    123220713076
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail164,826 miles (+9,835)1 dangerous5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,826 miles
    Test number
    195280156562
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass154,991 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    154,991 miles
    Test number
    376977292501
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear of vehicle

  6. Fail154,991 miles (+15,640)3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,991 miles
    Test number
    592838781717
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear of vehicle

  7. Pass139,351 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,351 miles
    Test number
    921548061558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to rear of vehiclw

  8. Fail139,350 miles (+5,873)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,350 miles
    Test number
    428149192945
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to rear of vehiclw

  9. Pass133,477 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,477 miles
    Test number
    549928659430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,472 miles (+4,959)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,472 miles
    Test number
    798960620984
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass128,513 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,513 miles
    Test number
    248142547207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged

  12. Fail128,513 miles (+5,029)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,513 miles
    Test number
    690314518104
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged

  13. Pass123,484 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,484 miles
    Test number
    451109517151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lens deteriorated (cloudy)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens deteriorated (cloudy)

  14. Fail123,484 miles (+5,981)1 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,484 miles
    Test number
    166832494690
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lens deteriorated (cloudy)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens deteriorated (cloudy)

  15. Pass117,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    867261039938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,503 miles (+5,213)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    187679514064
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  17. Pass112,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,290 miles
    Test number
    353031081697
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail112,290 miles (+11,836)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,290 miles
    Test number
    659040380191
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass100,454 miles (+9,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,454 miles
    Test number
    289064259496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass91,339 miles (+7,390)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    91,339 miles
    Test number
    293265836190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,949 miles (+11,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    83,949 miles
    Test number
    497668614300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass72,918 miles (+10,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,918 miles
    Test number
    685552423369
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass62,719 miles (+6,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    62,719 miles
    Test number
    317398012329
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail56,707 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,707 miles
    Test number
    335332311332
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass56,707 miles (+6,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,707 miles
    Test number
    546932011399
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass50,434 miles (+7,508)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    50,434 miles
    Test number
    644377610390
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre losing inner edge

  27. Pass42,926 miles (+7,213)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,926 miles
    Test number
    710997209358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,713 miles (+7,619)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,713 miles
    Test number
    122359118309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,094 miles
    Test number
    211624407322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail28,094 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,094 miles
    Test number
    442024807461
    • FailureFront registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Questions about LR54 XJD

Does LR54 XJD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 XJD is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR54 XJD?
The MOT on LR54 XJD is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 XJD done?
LR54 XJD was recorded at 172,369 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 7,990 miles a year.
Has LR54 XJD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 XJD has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR54 XJD 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 XJD find?
LR54 XJD passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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