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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T540 LKEMOT history

T540 LKE is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 103,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,897 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 LKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 LKE was last recorded at 103,897 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 3,266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,631 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,266 miles
Average per year
3,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,897 miles
  • 2025 – 100,631 miles
  • 2024 – 98,032 miles
  • 2023 – 95,217 miles
  • 2022 – 91,473 miles
  • 2021 – 89,501 miles
  • 2020 – 87,018 miles
  • 2019 – 82,812 miles
  • 2018 – 78,178 miles
  • 2017 – 75,095 miles
  • 2016 – 72,248 miles
  • 2015 – 68,693 miles
  • 2014 – 65,368 miles
  • 2013 – 61,995 miles
  • 2012 – 58,100 miles
  • 2011 – 55,521 miles
  • 2010 – 52,985 miles
  • 2009 – 49,951 miles
  • 2008 – 46,512 miles
  • 2007 – 43,383 miles
  • 2006 – 40,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,897 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,897 miles (+3,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,897 miles
    Test number
    612191531289
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass100,631 miles (+2,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,631 miles
    Test number
    800569162960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass98,032 miles (+2,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,032 miles
    Test number
    786052358363
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass95,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,217 miles
    Test number
    300996787535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,214 miles (+3,741)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,214 miles
    Test number
    410466503393
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass91,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,473 miles
    Test number
    752528594953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,473 miles (+1,972)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,473 miles
    Test number
    857173245855
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass89,501 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,501 miles
    Test number
    773547181812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail89,501 miles (+2,483)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,501 miles
    Test number
    678336671173
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass87,018 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    87,018 miles
    Test number
    185759933338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,934 miles (+4,122)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,934 miles
    Test number
    872008022876
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

  12. Pass82,812 miles (+4,634)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,812 miles
    Test number
    754057385240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,178 miles (+3,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,178 miles
    Test number
    705840477170
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass75,095 miles (+2,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,095 miles
    Test number
    503139915118
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass72,248 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,248 miles
    Test number
    645345825231
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail72,248 miles (+3,555)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,248 miles
    Test number
    667302560751
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass68,693 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,693 miles
    Test number
    187278845460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,368 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,368 miles
    Test number
    317993544089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,333 miles (+3,338)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,333 miles
    Test number
    505837934066
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass61,995 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,995 miles
    Test number
    866064843045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,100 miles (+2,579)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,100 miles
    Test number
    246045042016
    • NoteNearside and offside rear child seats fitted

  22. Pass55,521 miles (+2,536)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,521 miles
    Test number
    615665721043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    52,985 miles
    Test number
    850899810044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,985 miles (+3,034)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,985 miles
    Test number
    972079810063
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass49,951 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,951 miles
    Test number
    974544849022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,940 miles (+3,428)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,940 miles
    Test number
    530623449088
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass46,512 miles (+3,129)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,512 miles
    Test number
    194207238000
    • NoteOsf tyre worn

  28. Pass43,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,383 miles
    Test number
    563249727061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail43,383 miles (+2,873)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,383 miles
    Test number
    924359327099
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass40,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    870666646003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T540 LKE

Does T540 LKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T540 LKE is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T540 LKE?
The MOT on T540 LKE is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T540 LKE done?
T540 LKE was recorded at 103,897 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 3,172 miles a year.
Has T540 LKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 LKE has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T540 LKE 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 T540 LKE find?
T540 LKE passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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