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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LS54 MFUMOT history

LS54 MFU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 47,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LS54 MFU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2027
Mileage
47,751 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 MFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 MFU was last recorded at 47,751 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,214 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
537 miles
Average per year
1,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,751 miles
  • 2025 – 47,214 miles
  • 2024 – 46,718 miles
  • 2023 – 46,302 miles
  • 2022 – 45,792 miles
  • 2021 – 45,246 miles
  • 2020 – 44,865 miles
  • 2019 – 44,387 miles
  • 2018 – 43,604 miles
  • 2017 – 42,687 miles
  • 2016 – 41,000 miles
  • 2015 – 38,732 miles
  • 2014 – 37,189 miles
  • 2013 – 34,679 miles
  • 2012 – 32,270 miles
  • 2011 – 28,922 miles
  • 2010 – 22,065 miles
  • 2009 – 19,599 miles
  • 2008 – 16,440 miles
  • 2007 – 13,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,751 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront underbody 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,751 miles (+537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    898451606476
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront underbody corroded

  2. Pass47,214 miles (+496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    47,214 miles
    Test number
    631907417703
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass46,718 miles (+416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    790732304461
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass46,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,302 miles
    Test number
    247572628836
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail46,300 miles (+508)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    517044672356
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass45,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    45,792 miles
    Test number
    871837111597
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail45,792 miles (+546)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,792 miles
    Test number
    564947593260
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass45,246 miles (+381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    45,246 miles
    Test number
    838360174600
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass44,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    44,865 miles
    Test number
    956364006492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,865 miles (+478)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,865 miles
    Test number
    941086532433
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass44,387 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    44,387 miles
    Test number
    338980010730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,604 miles (+917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,604 miles
    Test number
    682659217905
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass42,687 miles (+1,687)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,687 miles
    Test number
    435782129045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin no warning light on as yet (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass41,000 miles (+2,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,000 miles
    Test number
    248709086271
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass38,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,732 miles
    Test number
    676361932971
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail38,732 miles (+1,543)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,732 miles
    Test number
    289555011783
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass37,189 miles (+2,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    37,189 miles
    Test number
    755671004308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEml on dash

  18. Pass34,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,679 miles
    Test number
    559427493202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail34,678 miles (+2,408)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,678 miles
    Test number
    125057893271
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEml on dash.

  20. Pass32,270 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,270 miles
    Test number
    347828792480
    • NoteEML lamp on

  21. Fail32,268 miles (+3,346)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,268 miles
    Test number
    166167292200
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteEML lamp on

  22. Pass28,922 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,922 miles
    Test number
    336360591406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,065 miles (+2,466)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    22,065 miles
    Test number
    971531190240
    • NoteS/r door not opening from in oroutside

  24. Pass19,599 miles (+3,159)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    19,599 miles
    Test number
    333042509344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,440 miles (+2,570)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    16,440 miles
    Test number
    952347798279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    13,870 miles
    Test number
    743825407394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 MFU

Does LS54 MFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 MFU is valid until 10 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 MFU?
The MOT on LS54 MFU is valid until 10 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 MFU done?
LS54 MFU was recorded at 47,751 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 1,786 miles a year.
Has LS54 MFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 MFU has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LS54 MFU 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 MFU find?
LS54 MFU passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front underbody corroded.

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