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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LR54 XLTMOT history

LR54 XLT is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 146,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

LR54 XLT blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2023
Mileage
146,575 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 XLT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 XLT was last recorded at 146,575 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,358 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
217 miles
Average per year
7,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,575 miles
  • 2020 – 144,147 miles
  • 2019 – 139,898 miles
  • 2018 – 132,747 miles
  • 2017 – 126,122 miles
  • 2016 – 118,052 miles
  • 2015 – 110,192 miles
  • 2014 – 100,004 miles
  • 2013 – 92,698 miles
  • 2012 – 74,788 miles
  • 2011 – 67,551 miles
  • 2010 – 61,680 miles
  • 2009 – 54,755 miles
  • 2008 – 45,051 miles
  • 2007 – 37,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,575 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,575 miles (+217)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,575 miles
    Test number
    996043917833
    • MinorNearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail146,358 miles (+2,211)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,358 miles
    Test number
    176290856035
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass144,147 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    144,147 miles
    Test number
    102078055811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail144,147 miles (+4,249)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,147 miles
    Test number
    575728259860
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass139,898 miles (+7,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,898 miles
    Test number
    329301318444
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass132,747 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    132,747 miles
    Test number
    478579546821
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail132,747 miles (+6,625)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,747 miles
    Test number
    668211772222
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on dash (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass126,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    126,122 miles
    Test number
    550641704730
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slight bind

  9. Fail126,122 miles (+8,070)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,122 miles
    Test number
    614823493433
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slight bind

  10. Pass118,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,052 miles
    Test number
    739441783435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail118,052 miles (+7,860)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,052 miles
    Test number
    962679409064
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass110,192 miles (+10,188)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    110,192 miles
    Test number
    186918846054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,004 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    929943154361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail99,980 miles (+7,282)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,980 miles
    Test number
    629702354383
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass92,698 miles (+17,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    92,698 miles
    Test number
    955743333372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass74,788 miles (+7,237)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    74,788 miles
    Test number
    485380822394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,551 miles (+5,871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,551 miles
    Test number
    695599531330
    • NoteO/s rear spring may be cracked

  18. Pass61,680 miles (+6,925)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,680 miles
    Test number
    574714120339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,755 miles (+9,704)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,755 miles
    Test number
    340106129338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,051 miles (+7,894)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    45,051 miles
    Test number
    271640948317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    37,157 miles
    Test number
    150651247333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 XLT

Does LR54 XLT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 XLT expired on 2 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 XLT?
The MOT on LR54 XLT expired on 2 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 XLT done?
LR54 XLT was recorded at 146,575 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 7,727 miles a year.
Has LR54 XLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 XLT has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LR54 XLT 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 XLT find?
LR54 XLT passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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