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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 BFUMOT history

LB53 BFU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 160,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2023
Mileage
160,237 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BFU was last recorded at 160,237 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 5,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,910 miles · 15 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
5,327 miles
Average per year
8,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,237 miles
  • 2021 – 154,910 miles
  • 2020 – 151,234 miles
  • 2019 – 145,555 miles
  • 2018 – 138,574 miles
  • 2017 – 130,159 miles
  • 2016 – 122,110 miles
  • 2015 – 115,536 miles
  • 2014 – 106,583 miles
  • 2013 – 99,053 miles
  • 2011 – 87,558 miles
  • 2010 – 78,135 miles
  • 2009 – 63,222 miles
  • 2008 – 52,772 miles
  • 2007 – 41,276 miles
  • 2006 – 30,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,237 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit advise replacement asap (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front and nearside rear doors

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,237 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,237 miles
    Test number
    392102876446
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit advise replacement asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front and nearside rear doors

  2. Fail160,237 miles (+5,327)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,237 miles
    Test number
    378803352894
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit advise replacement asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front and nearside rear doors

  3. Pass154,910 miles (+3,676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    154,910 miles
    Test number
    729700407028
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE TO N/S/F & N/S/R DOOR.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass151,234 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    151,234 miles
    Test number
    733548350585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail151,215 miles (+5,660)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,215 miles
    Test number
    281449809489
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass145,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    145,555 miles
    Test number
    528722727510
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail145,534 miles (+6,960)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,534 miles
    Test number
    769399088083
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass138,574 miles (+8,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    138,574 miles
    Test number
    546321790108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass130,159 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,159 miles
    Test number
    100015411409
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  10. Fail130,153 miles (+8,043)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,153 miles
    Test number
    226165082983
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  11. Pass122,110 miles (+6,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    122,110 miles
    Test number
    767005450831
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass115,536 miles (+8,953)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    115,536 miles
    Test number
    148324955409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  13. Pass106,583 miles (+37)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,583 miles
    Test number
    825827854027
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Fail106,546 miles (+7,493)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,546 miles
    Test number
    155785354432
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass99,053 miles (+11,495)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    99,053 miles
    Test number
    758519853058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,558 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    87,558 miles
    Test number
    109371571200
    • NoteN.s.f. tyre 3mm tread
    • NoteO.s. headlamp chipped

  17. Fail87,558 miles (+9,423)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,558 miles
    Test number
    905521971225
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN.s.f. tyre 3mm tread
    • NoteO.s. headlamp chipped

  18. Pass78,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    78,135 miles
    Test number
    372509670441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,135 miles (+14,913)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,135 miles
    Test number
    710729670203
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass63,222 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,222 miles
    Test number
    131420369203
    • NoteHole in headlamp glass

  21. Fail63,222 miles (+10,450)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,222 miles
    Test number
    843550569249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHole in headlamp glass

  22. Fail52,772 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,772 miles
    Test number
    323107278447
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass52,772 miles (+11,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,772 miles
    Test number
    383107878214
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass41,276 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    41,276 miles
    Test number
    161800477273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f headlight lens holed but not affecting beam pattern

  25. Fail41,276 miles (+11,183)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,276 miles
    Test number
    282760977260
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f headlight lens holed but not affecting beam pattern

  26. Pass30,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,093 miles
    Test number
    310433786207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,093 miles1 failure2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,093 miles
    Test number
    841909176283
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s headlamp holed

Questions about LB53 BFU

Does LB53 BFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 BFU expired on 27 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BFU?
The MOT on LB53 BFU expired on 27 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 BFU done?
LB53 BFU was recorded at 160,237 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 8,473 miles a year.
Has LB53 BFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BFU has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 BFU 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 BFU find?
LB53 BFU passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit advise replacement asap; damage to nearside front and nearside rear doors.

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