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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB53 CEXMOT history

LB53 CEX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 222,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2023
Mileage
222,476 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CEX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CEX was last recorded at 222,476 miles on 5 Jul 2022, 6,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,885 miles · 25 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
6,591 miles
Average per year
12,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 222,476 miles
  • 2021 – 215,885 miles
  • 2020 – 205,402 miles
  • 2019 – 191,872 miles
  • 2018 – 174,112 miles
  • 2017 – 156,858 miles
  • 2015 – 115,965 miles
  • 2014 – 95,480 miles
  • 2013 – 75,429 miles
  • 2012 – 60,262 miles
  • 2010 – 40,478 miles
  • 2009 – 33,691 miles
  • 2008 – 29,057 miles
  • 2007 – 26,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,476 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,476 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    222,476 miles
    Test number
    190321466451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail222,476 miles (+6,591)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,476 miles
    Test number
    891599218033
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass215,885 miles (+10,483)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    215,885 miles
    Test number
    162445202455
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass205,402 miles (+61)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    205,402 miles
    Test number
    281451514656
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail205,341 miles (+13,469)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,341 miles
    Test number
    383501236243
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass191,872 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    191,872 miles
    Test number
    921244957669
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust mount broke on rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes have some movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted- obscuring view of some components

  7. Fail191,872 miles (+17,760)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,872 miles
    Test number
    141443494200
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust mount broke on rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes have some movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted- obscuring view of some components

  8. Pass174,112 miles (+17,254)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    174,112 miles
    Test number
    947672471441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass156,858 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    156,858 miles
    Test number
    291607909049
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both front arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail156,858 miles (+40,893)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,858 miles
    Test number
    534692651506
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both front arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass115,965 miles (+20,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    115,965 miles
    Test number
    229519265485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass95,480 miles (+20,051)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,480 miles
    Test number
    558118574145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteScreen damadged on n/s , but not in drivers view of the road.

  13. Pass75,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,429 miles
    Test number
    695108753161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,427 miles (+15,165)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,427 miles
    Test number
    795628453197
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass60,262 miles (+19,784)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,262 miles
    Test number
    756405482104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass40,478 miles (+6,787)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,478 miles
    Test number
    772425240379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,691 miles (+4,634)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,691 miles
    Test number
    444269949449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,057 miles (+3,013)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,057 miles
    Test number
    413911118070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,044 miles
    Test number
    801056217015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CEX

Does LB53 CEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 CEX expired on 7 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CEX?
The MOT on LB53 CEX expired on 7 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 CEX done?
LB53 CEX was recorded at 222,476 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2022, an average of 12,701 miles a year.
Has LB53 CEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CEX has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 CEX 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 CEX find?
LB53 CEX passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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