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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 BGZMOT history

LB53 BGZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 152,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2023
Mileage
152,985 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BGZ
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
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BGZ was last recorded at 152,985 miles on 24 Mar 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,983 miles · 23 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,985 miles
  • 2021 – 144,721 miles
  • 2019 – 132,843 miles
  • 2018 – 124,808 miles
  • 2017 – 118,300 miles
  • 2016 – 111,249 miles
  • 2015 – 106,826 miles
  • 2014 – 100,906 miles
  • 2013 – 96,875 miles
  • 2011 – 90,957 miles
  • 2010 – 68,361 miles
  • 2008 – 55,432 miles
  • 2007 – 30,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,985 miles
  • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lowers (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront flexi deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pads becoming lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,985 miles (+2)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    152,985 miles
    Test number
    367283432437
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lowers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pads becoming low

  2. Fail152,983 miles (+8,262)1 dangerous5 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,983 miles
    Test number
    761608142508
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lowers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pads becoming low

  3. Pass144,721 miles (+9)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,721 miles
    Test number
    157133192451
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Fail144,712 miles (+11,869)1 dangerous7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,712 miles
    Test number
    483497814224
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front headlight bulbs fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass132,843 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,843 miles
    Test number
    462196679567
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail132,843 miles (+8,035)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,843 miles
    Test number
    870140219051
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass124,808 miles (+6,508)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    124,808 miles
    Test number
    164737454348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs inner surfaces corroded

  8. Pass118,300 miles (+7,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    118,300 miles
    Test number
    310978557023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass111,249 miles (+4,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,249 miles
    Test number
    729298613270
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySmall cuts in n/s/f tyre

  10. Pass106,826 miles (+5,920)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    106,826 miles
    Test number
    355008205011
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteSlight leak from o/s/f shock absorber

  11. Pass100,906 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    100,906 miles
    Test number
    618727304084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,875 miles (+5,918)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,875 miles
    Test number
    179958903494
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorating

  13. Pass90,957 miles (+11,168)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    90,957 miles
    Test number
    556083151394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,789 miles (+11,428)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,789 miles
    Test number
    196984601402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded on edges

  15. Pass68,361 miles (+12,929)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,361 miles
    Test number
    104132110054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,432 miles (+12,126)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    55,432 miles
    Test number
    610248558337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,306 miles (+12,686)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,306 miles
    Test number
    892454618092
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads wearing low

  18. Pass30,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,620 miles
    Test number
    403903517015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 BGZ

Does LB53 BGZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 BGZ expired on 23 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BGZ?
The MOT on LB53 BGZ expired on 23 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 BGZ done?
LB53 BGZ was recorded at 152,985 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2022, an average of 8,054 miles a year.
Has LB53 BGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BGZ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 BGZ 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 BGZ find?
LB53 BGZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lowers; brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts; coil spring corroded both rears, and 10 more.

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