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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 CDFMOT history

LB53 CDF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 27,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
27,990 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CDF
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
27 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CDF was last recorded at 27,990 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,244 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
746 miles
Average per year
1,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 27,990 miles
  • 2024 – 27,244 miles
  • 2023 – 26,500 miles
  • 2022 – 26,142 miles
  • 2021 – 25,712 miles
  • 2020 – 25,527 miles
  • 2019 – 25,160 miles
  • 2018 – 24,589 miles
  • 2017 – 23,774 miles
  • 2016 – 23,083 miles
  • 2015 – 22,055 miles
  • 2014 – 20,385 miles
  • 2013 – 18,974 miles
  • 2012 – 17,542 miles
  • 2011 – 15,455 miles
  • 2010 – 14,004 miles
  • 2009 – 12,335 miles
  • 2008 – 9,848 miles
  • 2007 – 8,059 miles
  • 2006 – 6,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,990 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass27,990 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    27,990 miles
    Test number
    613250334610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass27,244 miles (+744)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    27,244 miles
    Test number
    935126695075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass26,500 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    26,500 miles
    Test number
    397097632983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass26,142 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    26,142 miles
    Test number
    432677478482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass25,712 miles (+185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    25,712 miles
    Test number
    424921372158
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. maybe due to lack of use (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear, tyres are 12 years old! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass25,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    25,527 miles
    Test number
    971474759937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail25,527 miles (+367)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,527 miles
    Test number
    233650850684
    • DangerousValve stem seriously damaged all four (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass25,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    25,160 miles
    Test number
    407552330373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail25,160 miles (+571)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,160 miles
    Test number
    891571896224
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass24,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    24,589 miles
    Test number
    720705820429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail24,589 miles (+815)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,589 miles
    Test number
    793617764925
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass23,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    23,774 miles
    Test number
    392589127934
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail23,774 miles (+691)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,774 miles
    Test number
    725706152029
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass23,083 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    23,083 miles
    Test number
    277178267179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    22,055 miles
    Test number
    504594402193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail22,055 miles (+1,670)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,055 miles
    Test number
    861418920175
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  17. Pass20,385 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    20,385 miles
    Test number
    126472224318
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are deteriorated/splitting due to age

  18. Fail20,385 miles (+1,411)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,385 miles
    Test number
    966021724391
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are deteriorated/splitting due to age

  19. Pass18,974 miles (+1,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    18,974 miles
    Test number
    895600633389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass17,542 miles (+2,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    17,542 miles
    Test number
    436647622431
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass15,455 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    15,455 miles
    Test number
    467655821448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,004 miles
    Test number
    310223420357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,004 miles (+1,669)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,004 miles
    Test number
    961303020374
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass12,335 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    12,335 miles
    Test number
    293348329399
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail12,335 miles (+2,487)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,335 miles
    Test number
    632618029315
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have tears all around the sidewalls due to age but do not show ply or cords. would strongly advise replacement

  26. Pass9,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    9,848 miles
    Test number
    153033828366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail9,848 miles (+1,789)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,848 miles
    Test number
    483593228477
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass8,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    8,059 miles
    Test number
    354803727399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail8,059 miles (+1,629)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,059 miles
    Test number
    982073927342
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. Pass6,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    6,430 miles
    Test number
    101031336363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CDF

Does LB53 CDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 CDF is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CDF?
The MOT on LB53 CDF is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 CDF done?
LB53 CDF was recorded at 27,990 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 1,135 miles a year.
Has LB53 CDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CDF has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LB53 CDF 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 CDF find?
LB53 CDF passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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