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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LX54 WVGMOT history

LX54 WVG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2023.

LX54 WVG blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2024
Mileage
124,671 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 WVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 WVG was last recorded at 124,671 miles on 8 Sept 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,666 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,671 miles
  • 2022 – 120,292 miles
  • 2020 – 116,537 miles
  • 2019 – 113,778 miles
  • 2018 – 111,690 miles
  • 2017 – 109,538 miles
  • 2016 – 98,881 miles
  • 2015 – 82,776 miles
  • 2014 – 76,515 miles
  • 2013 – 70,316 miles
  • 2012 – 63,383 miles
  • 2011 – 56,000 miles
  • 2010 – 47,941 miles
  • 2009 – 41,799 miles
  • 2008 – 36,870 miles
  • 2007 – 28,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,671 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryDamage to front bumper but secureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Damage to front and rear bumpers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine Undertray poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside front (lower) suspension arm (rear) bush showing signs of wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nail os rear tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass124,671 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    124,671 miles
    Test number
    968151437288
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front bumper but secure

  2. Fail124,666 miles (+4,374)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,666 miles
    Test number
    699861253779
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front bumper but secure

  3. Pass120,292 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,292 miles
    Test number
    864902564363
    • AdvisoryDamage to front and rear bumpers
    • AdvisoryEngine Undertray poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside front (lower) suspension arm (rear) bush showing signs of wear

  4. Fail120,264 miles (+3,727)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,264 miles
    Test number
    683546506081
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front and rear bumpers
    • AdvisoryEngine Undertray poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside front (lower) suspension arm (rear) bush showing signs of wear

  5. Pass116,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,537 miles
    Test number
    255939018000
    • AdvisoryN/s front cv gaiter damp
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake pads getting low and slight bind on brake,within limit

  6. Fail116,537 miles (+2,759)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,537 miles
    Test number
    543769465632
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s front cv gaiter damp
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake pads getting low and slight bind on brake,within limit

  7. Pass113,778 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,778 miles
    Test number
    499899276014
    • AdvisoryNail os rear tyre

  8. Fail113,778 miles (+2,088)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,778 miles
    Test number
    259302354160
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working wing repeter (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryE m l light on
    • AdvisoryNail os rear tyre

  9. Pass111,690 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,690 miles
    Test number
    649560705622
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres nearing limit (inner edges worn)
    • AdvisoryNearside front passengers seat belt release mechanism casing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre outer tread wearing low

  10. Fail111,690 miles (+2,152)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,690 miles
    Test number
    799042124259
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres nearing limit (inner edges worn)
    • AdvisoryNearside front passengers seat belt release mechanism casing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre outer tread wearing low

  11. Pass109,538 miles (+10,657)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,538 miles
    Test number
    500246780826
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside no.plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lens full of water

  12. Pass98,881 miles (+16,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,881 miles
    Test number
    774863189571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  13. Pass82,776 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,776 miles
    Test number
    218055720392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,774 miles (+6,259)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,774 miles
    Test number
    871511971530
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFrt tyres worn inner edges & close to limit
    • AdvisoryRear no plate discolour

  15. Pass76,515 miles (+6,199)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,515 miles
    Test number
    477553284195
    • NoteFrt & rear no plate discolour
    • NoteFrt lower rear suspension bushes perishing

  16. Pass70,316 miles (+6,933)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    70,316 miles
    Test number
    307694303458
    • NoteFrt & rear no plate discolour

  17. Pass63,383 miles (+7,383)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,383 miles
    Test number
    746806802201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,000 miles
    Test number
    376272021235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,999 miles (+8,058)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,999 miles
    Test number
    685032521237
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass47,941 miles (+6,142)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,941 miles
    Test number
    470961920262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,799 miles (+4,929)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,799 miles
    Test number
    684934829201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,870 miles (+7,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,870 miles
    Test number
    870705248283
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass28,970 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,970 miles
    Test number
    304283147206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX54 WVG

Does LX54 WVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 WVG expired on 7 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 WVG?
The MOT on LX54 WVG expired on 7 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 WVG done?
LX54 WVG was recorded at 124,671 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2023, an average of 5,973 miles a year.
Has LX54 WVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 WVG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LX54 WVG 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 LX54 WVG find?
LX54 WVG passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; damage to front bumper but secure.

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