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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LS54 FAAMOT history

LS54 FAA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LS54 FAA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
74,979 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 FAA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 FAA was last recorded at 74,979 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 9,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,114 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,865 miles
Average per year
3,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,979 miles
  • 2025 – 65,114 miles
  • 2024 – 48,917 miles
  • 2023 – 43,564 miles
  • 2022 – 37,289 miles
  • 2021 – 30,879 miles
  • 2017 – 30,532 miles
  • 2016 – 30,012 miles
  • 2014 – 26,772 miles
  • 2013 – 24,015 miles
  • 2012 – 23,509 miles
  • 2011 – 18,123 miles
  • 2010 – 15,942 miles
  • 2009 – 13,198 miles
  • 2008 – 11,359 miles
  • 2007 – 8,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,979 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryUNDER VEHICLE CORRODED

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Corrosion underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front discs pitted and corroded brake surface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Yellow warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,979 miles (+9,865)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    74,979 miles
    Test number
    329115282720
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER VEHICLE CORRODED

  2. Pass65,114 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    65,114 miles
    Test number
    579625145129
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective offside + nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside + nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail65,114 miles (+16,197)1 major5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,114 miles
    Test number
    893289804670
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective offside + nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside + nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass48,917 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    48,917 miles
    Test number
    315235924350
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail48,917 miles (+5,353)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,917 miles
    Test number
    268516727275
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass43,564 miles (+6,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    43,564 miles
    Test number
    145055173782
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass37,289 miles (+6,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    37,289 miles
    Test number
    941745632889
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass30,879 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    30,879 miles
    Test number
    123852815463
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail30,879 miles (+347)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,879 miles
    Test number
    414092893910
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass30,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,532 miles
    Test number
    445281938927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail30,532 miles (+520)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,532 miles
    Test number
    732842932600
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass30,012 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,012 miles
    Test number
    263005991733
    • AdvisoryFront discs pitted and corroded brake surface
    • AdvisoryYellow warning light on

  13. Fail30,005 miles (+3,233)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,005 miles
    Test number
    135480540059
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect gone opaque (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect gone opaque (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront discs pitted and corroded brake surface
    • AdvisoryYellow warning light on

  14. Pass26,772 miles (+51)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    26,772 miles
    Test number
    465221714309
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corroded due to lack of use
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked and perished

  15. Fail26,721 miles (+2,706)2 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,721 miles
    Test number
    887483104391
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corroded due to lack of use
    • NoteBonnet latch stiff
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked and perished

  16. Pass24,015 miles (+506)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    24,015 miles
    Test number
    118321073068
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail23,509 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,509 miles
    Test number
    968170302372
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass23,509 miles (+5,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    23,509 miles
    Test number
    989270902307
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass18,123 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,123 miles
    Test number
    407095611375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,942 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    15,942 miles
    Test number
    891344190254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,198 miles (+1,839)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,198 miles
    Test number
    762113029311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,359 miles (+3,078)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    11,359 miles
    Test number
    642833228358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    8,281 miles
    Test number
    932796397276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 FAA

Does LS54 FAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 FAA is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 FAA?
The MOT on LS54 FAA is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 FAA done?
LS54 FAA was recorded at 74,979 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 3,516 miles a year.
Has LS54 FAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 FAA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS54 FAA 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 LS54 FAA find?
LS54 FAA passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side; under vehicle corroded.

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