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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 BFXMOT history

LB53 BFX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,546 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BFX was last recorded at 102,546 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 3,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,145 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,401 miles
Average per year
4,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,546 miles
  • 2024 – 99,145 miles
  • 2023 – 94,085 miles
  • 2022 – 85,412 miles
  • 2021 – 77,432 miles
  • 2020 – 71,318 miles
  • 2019 – 66,064 miles
  • 2018 – 63,344 miles
  • 2017 – 60,131 miles
  • 2016 – 56,483 miles
  • 2015 – 53,368 miles
  • 2014 – 50,919 miles
  • 2013 – 48,064 miles
  • 2012 – 44,485 miles
  • 2011 – 39,704 miles
  • 2010 – 33,950 miles
  • 2009 – 29,564 miles
  • 2008 – 23,568 miles
  • 2006 – 16,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,546 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,546 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,546 miles
    Test number
    558849166291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,145 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,145 miles
    Test number
    352038984233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail99,111 miles (+5,026)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,111 miles
    Test number
    945552927714
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass94,085 miles (+188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    94,085 miles
    Test number
    780957246318
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail93,897 miles (+8,485)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,897 miles
    Test number
    472608220393
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass85,412 miles (+7,980)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,412 miles
    Test number
    655249452792
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock absorber top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock aborber top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,432 miles (+6,114)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,432 miles
    Test number
    379098070632
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass71,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,318 miles
    Test number
    413529226693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,318 miles (+5,254)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,318 miles
    Test number
    358107968661
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,064 miles (+2,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,064 miles
    Test number
    995039005675
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,344 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,344 miles
    Test number
    525219227757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,131 miles (+3,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,131 miles
    Test number
    681628222834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass56,483 miles (+3,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,483 miles
    Test number
    993493176371
    • AdvisoryAdvise chip screen

  14. Pass53,368 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,368 miles
    Test number
    389228205195
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wareing on inner edges
    • NoteO/s/hand brake performance a bit low

  15. Fail53,365 miles (+2,446)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,365 miles
    Test number
    998418805121
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wareing on inner edges
    • NoteO/s/hand brake performance a bit low

  16. Pass50,919 miles (+2,855)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,919 miles
    Test number
    768325194018
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteLower engine/gearbox areas show oil/fluid contamination.
    • NoteOff and near side front tyres are perished.
    • NoteVarious power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.

  17. Pass48,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,064 miles
    Test number
    747400513191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,064 miles (+3,579)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,064 miles
    Test number
    667030313197
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass44,485 miles (+4,781)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,485 miles
    Test number
    709111902114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,704 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,704 miles
    Test number
    118663211193
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteEng light on
    • NoteExhaust mountings corroded & broken away
    • NoteO/s/rear caliper hand brake lever not fully returning

  21. Pass39,704 miles (+5,754)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,704 miles
    Test number
    207403511483
    • NoteEng light on
    • NoteExhaust mountings corroded & broken away
    • NoteO/s/rear caliper hand brake lever not fully returning

  22. Fail33,950 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,950 miles
    Test number
    120737100115
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass33,950 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,950 miles
    Test number
    770687900103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,564 miles (+5,996)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,564 miles
    Test number
    873940419186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,568 miles (+7,330)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,568 miles
    Test number
    373634218115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,238 miles
    Test number
    413462626462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 BFX

Does LB53 BFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 BFX is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BFX?
The MOT on LB53 BFX is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 BFX done?
LB53 BFX was recorded at 102,546 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 4,559 miles a year.
Has LB53 BFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BFX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 BFX 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 BFX find?
LB53 BFX passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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