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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LX54 WVTMOT history

LX54 WVT is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 171,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

LX54 WVT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
171,768 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 WVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 WVT was last recorded at 171,768 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 6,080 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,688 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,080 miles
Average per year
8,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,768 miles
  • 2025 – 165,688 miles
  • 2024 – 157,272 miles
  • 2023 – 142,708 miles
  • 2022 – 131,126 miles
  • 2021 – 115,307 miles
  • 2020 – 104,299 miles
  • 2019 – 91,124 miles
  • 2018 – 79,608 miles
  • 2017 – 77,828 miles
  • 2016 – 72,675 miles
  • 2015 – 66,698 miles
  • 2014 – 60,674 miles
  • 2013 – 55,027 miles
  • 2012 – 48,721 miles
  • 2011 – 43,578 miles
  • 2010 – 37,771 miles
  • 2009 – 28,996 miles
  • 2007 – 22,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,768 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,768 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    171,768 miles
    Test number
    209925557422
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail171,768 miles (+6,080)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,768 miles
    Test number
    821756492868
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,688 miles (+8,416)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    165,688 miles
    Test number
    504220458486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass157,272 miles (+10)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    157,272 miles
    Test number
    709673945338
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail157,262 miles (+14,554)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,262 miles
    Test number
    923566738810
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass142,708 miles (+11,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    142,708 miles
    Test number
    245022577378
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass131,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,126 miles
    Test number
    431688131414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,126 miles (+15,819)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,126 miles
    Test number
    834270799702
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass115,307 miles (+11,008)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,307 miles
    Test number
    421794904462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,299 miles (+13,175)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,299 miles
    Test number
    716935244368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,124 miles (+11,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,124 miles
    Test number
    858430341583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin uneven wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass79,608 miles (+1,780)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    199651052523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,828 miles
    Test number
    994432891182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail77,828 miles (+5,153)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,828 miles
    Test number
    650475499083
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass72,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,675 miles
    Test number
    387605116410
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  16. Fail72,674 miles (+5,976)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,674 miles
    Test number
    990975729421
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  17. Pass66,698 miles (+6,024)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,698 miles
    Test number
    158756655484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass60,674 miles (+5,647)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,674 miles
    Test number
    346659544051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,027 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,027 miles
    Test number
    665896733021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail55,027 miles (+6,306)2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,027 miles
    Test number
    867946833084
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass48,721 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    187813522443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail48,721 miles (+5,143)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    689883222000
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass43,578 miles (+5,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,578 miles
    Test number
    949398641034
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass37,771 miles (+8,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,771 miles
    Test number
    453290240058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass28,996 miles (+6,425)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,996 miles
    Test number
    103427409493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,571 miles
    Test number
    372416877283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail22,571 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,571 miles
    Test number
    410586177276
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX54 WVT

Does LX54 WVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 WVT is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 WVT?
The MOT on LX54 WVT is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 WVT done?
LX54 WVT was recorded at 171,768 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 8,045 miles a year.
Has LX54 WVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 WVT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LX54 WVT 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 WVT find?
LX54 WVT passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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