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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LS54 MEUMOT history

LS54 MEU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 113,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2023.

LS54 MEU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2024
Mileage
113,340 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 MEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 MEU was last recorded at 113,340 miles on 30 Nov 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,334 miles · 29 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,340 miles
  • 2022 – 109,948 miles
  • 2021 – 108,342 miles
  • 2020 – 107,057 miles
  • 2019 – 104,580 miles
  • 2018 – 99,253 miles
  • 2017 – 92,828 miles
  • 2016 – 86,398 miles
  • 2015 – 80,338 miles
  • 2014 – 75,754 miles
  • 2013 – 67,177 miles
  • 2012 – 59,816 miles
  • 2011 – 51,680 miles
  • 2010 – 43,607 miles
  • 2009 – 36,123 miles
  • 2008 – 30,108 miles
  • 2007 – 22,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,340 miles
  • AdvisoryEML illuminatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • EML on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,340 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,340 miles
    Test number
    939874212717
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail113,334 miles (+3,386)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,334 miles
    Test number
    322365533567
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,948 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,948 miles
    Test number
    151396170601
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail109,946 miles (+1,604)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,946 miles
    Test number
    108745978887
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly deteriorated

  5. Pass108,342 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,342 miles
    Test number
    548403819749
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly deteriorated

  6. Fail108,340 miles (+1,283)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,340 miles
    Test number
    394252399075
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly deteriorated

  7. Pass107,057 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,057 miles
    Test number
    687195896607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  8. Fail107,056 miles (+2,476)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,056 miles
    Test number
    781897793308
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  9. Pass104,580 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,580 miles
    Test number
    163817712811
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail104,579 miles (+5,326)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,579 miles
    Test number
    601407360726
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    99,253 miles
    Test number
    754165184243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,253 miles (+6,425)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,253 miles
    Test number
    966114820502
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass92,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    92,828 miles
    Test number
    316059119968
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake back plates corroded

  14. Fail92,824 miles (+6,426)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,824 miles
    Test number
    274405188445
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake back plates corroded

  15. Pass86,398 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    86,398 miles
    Test number
    375653160802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate deteriorated but secure
    • AdvisoryRear both brake back plates deteriorated but secure
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail86,398 miles (+6,060)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,398 miles
    Test number
    236191110914
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate deteriorated but secure
    • AdvisoryRear both brake back plates deteriorated but secure
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass80,338 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,338 miles
    Test number
    470486377152
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges

  18. Fail80,338 miles (+4,584)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,338 miles
    Test number
    458798923852
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges

  19. Pass75,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,754 miles
    Test number
    945951534340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,754 miles (+6,577)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,754 miles
    Test number
    945181534343
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass67,177 miles (+7,361)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,177 miles
    Test number
    945041733318
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower arms rear bushes deteriorated but no excessive play in either
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on edge

  22. Pass59,816 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,816 miles
    Test number
    576372632384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes starting to deteriorate
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner and and outer edges

  23. Fail59,815 miles (+8,135)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,815 miles
    Test number
    906862732348
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes starting to deteriorate

  24. Pass51,680 miles (+8,073)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,680 miles
    Test number
    355231021332
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCan not see under covers

  25. Pass43,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,607 miles
    Test number
    213208620369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,607 miles (+7,484)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,607 miles
    Test number
    610068620342
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass36,123 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,123 miles
    Test number
    262835439372
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOsr door wont open from outside

  28. Fail36,122 miles (+6,014)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,122 miles
    Test number
    882984539394
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOsr door wont open from outside

  29. Pass30,108 miles (+7,731)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,108 miles
    Test number
    380887018362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,377 miles
    Test number
    640487517309
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LS54 MEU

Does LS54 MEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 MEU expired on 30 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 MEU?
The MOT on LS54 MEU expired on 30 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 MEU done?
LS54 MEU was recorded at 113,340 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2023, an average of 5,669 miles a year.
Has LS54 MEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 MEU has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS54 MEU 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 MEU find?
LS54 MEU passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2023 with 9 advisories: eml illuminated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush, and 6 more.

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