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Volkswagen Touareg

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,189 cc

LB53 AVJMOT history

LB53 AVJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Touareg first used on 6 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 135,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2023
Mileage
135,716 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 AVJ was last recorded at 135,716 miles on 28 Jul 2022, 5,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,119 miles · 12 May 2021
Between the last two tests
5,597 miles
Average per year
6,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 135,716 miles
  • 2021 – 130,119 miles
  • 2019 – 126,275 miles
  • 2018 – 122,896 miles
  • 2017 – 110,138 miles
  • 2016 – 100,962 miles
  • 2015 – 91,238 miles
  • 2014 – 78,159 miles
  • 2013 – 73,837 miles
  • 2012 – 69,196 miles
  • 2011 – 63,058 miles
  • 2010 – 54,780 miles
  • 2009 – 45,405 miles
  • 2008 – 38,312 miles
  • 2007 – 32,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,716 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,716 miles (+5,597)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    135,716 miles
    Test number
    693263975741
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass130,119 miles (+357)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    130,119 miles
    Test number
    526925145915
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight exhaust leak in area of downpipe/flexi section/manifold. unable to locate leak as undertray fitted (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexible brake hose outer casing slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexible brake hose outer casing slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper o/s/f flexi brake hose has come adrift from mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filler cap seal slightly perished

  3. Fail129,762 miles (+3,487)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,762 miles
    Test number
    368632854627
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle damaged rear central seat belt buckle cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light o/s/f wing mirror side repeater lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight exhaust leak can be heard in area of exhaust manifold/downpipe/flexible section - unable to see as undertrays fitted (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose perished in area of mounting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose outer casing perished in area of mounting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flexi hose has come adrift from mounting point
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filler cap seal perished

  4. Pass126,275 miles (+3,379)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,275 miles
    Test number
    874744433343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve to the back box of exhaust is slightly deteriorated

  5. Pass122,896 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,896 miles
    Test number
    606646161435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,736 miles (+12,598)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,736 miles
    Test number
    853796050607
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass110,138 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    110,138 miles
    Test number
    309666998118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBaby seats fitted, unable to inspect rear seat belts

  8. Fail110,135 miles (+9,173)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,135 miles
    Test number
    144237516124
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBaby seats fitted, unable to inspect rear seat belts

  9. Pass100,962 miles (+9,724)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,962 miles
    Test number
    624897870249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,238 miles (+13,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,238 miles
    Test number
    759483175124
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass78,159 miles (+4,322)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,159 miles
    Test number
    686929794000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    156334883092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,837 miles (+4,641)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    438474883030
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass69,196 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,196 miles
    Test number
    948809072098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,058 miles (+8,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,058 miles
    Test number
    165438481082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,780 miles (+9,375)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,780 miles
    Test number
    431932720081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,405 miles (+7,093)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,405 miles
    Test number
    493179819016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,312 miles (+6,111)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    38,312 miles
    Test number
    214138728079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    32,201 miles
    Test number
    934556617046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 AVJ

Does LB53 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 AVJ expired on 27 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AVJ?
The MOT on LB53 AVJ expired on 27 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 AVJ done?
LB53 AVJ was recorded at 135,716 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2022, an average of 6,666 miles a year.
Has LB53 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AVJ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 AVJ 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 LB53 AVJ find?
LB53 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi, and 3 more.

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