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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 BAUMOT history

LB53 BAU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 93,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jun 2026
Mileage
93,122 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BAU was last recorded at 93,122 miles on 16 Jun 2025, 10,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,255 miles · 19 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
10,867 miles
Average per year
4,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,122 miles
  • 2024 – 82,255 miles
  • 2023 – 75,942 miles
  • 2022 – 66,777 miles
  • 2021 – 51,213 miles
  • 2020 – 50,222 miles
  • 2019 – 47,982 miles
  • 2018 – 45,803 miles
  • 2017 – 44,766 miles
  • 2016 – 42,802 miles
  • 2015 – 39,581 miles
  • 2014 – 36,073 miles
  • 2013 – 32,545 miles
  • 2012 – 29,360 miles
  • 2011 – 26,609 miles
  • 2010 – 23,902 miles
  • 2009 – 20,010 miles
  • 2008 – 16,507 miles
  • 2007 – 14,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,122 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,122 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    93,122 miles
    Test number
    559974399312
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,122 miles (+10,867)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,122 miles
    Test number
    313458538473
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,255 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    82,255 miles
    Test number
    166233166099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail82,249 miles (+6,307)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,249 miles
    Test number
    548260674024
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,942 miles (+9,165)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    75,942 miles
    Test number
    240230584116
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit 1.6mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass66,777 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    66,777 miles
    Test number
    202766328545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail66,777 miles (+15,564)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,777 miles
    Test number
    920024153529
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass51,213 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    51,213 miles
    Test number
    704351285926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,222 miles (+2,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    835265645181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass47,982 miles (+2,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,982 miles
    Test number
    448738888938
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass45,803 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,803 miles
    Test number
    757307801398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,766 miles
    Test number
    135719415523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail44,766 miles (+1,964)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,766 miles
    Test number
    429647249838
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass42,802 miles (+3,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    42,802 miles
    Test number
    302858593483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass39,581 miles (+3,508)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,581 miles
    Test number
    707374535056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,073 miles (+3,528)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    36,073 miles
    Test number
    866046414087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,545 miles (+3,185)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,545 miles
    Test number
    968465313049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,360 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,360 miles
    Test number
    635064312046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,609 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,609 miles
    Test number
    206611221010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,902 miles (+3,892)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,902 miles
    Test number
    340332040007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,010 miles (+3,503)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,010 miles
    Test number
    360266859052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,507 miles
    Test number
    270469658034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,504 miles (+2,123)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,504 miles
    Test number
    621499158003
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  24. Pass14,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,381 miles
    Test number
    511127267079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 BAU

Does LB53 BAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 BAU expired on 18 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BAU?
The MOT on LB53 BAU expired on 18 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 BAU done?
LB53 BAU was recorded at 93,122 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2025, an average of 4,309 miles a year.
Has LB53 BAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BAU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 BAU 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 BAU find?
LB53 BAU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside side repeater slightly discoloured; oil leak, but not excessive.

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