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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB53 CFFMOT history

LB53 CFF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 147,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2023
Mileage
147,915 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CFF was last recorded at 147,915 miles on 15 Apr 2022, 12,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,904 miles · 12 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
12,011 miles
Average per year
7,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,915 miles
  • 2021 – 135,904 miles
  • 2020 – 135,904 miles
  • 2019 – 124,095 miles
  • 2018 – 119,811 miles
  • 2017 – 114,061 miles
  • 2016 – 108,043 miles
  • 2015 – 100,295 miles
  • 2013 – 92,022 miles
  • 2012 – 84,794 miles
  • 2011 – 75,632 miles
  • 2010 – 69,022 miles
  • 2009 – 60,458 miles
  • 2008 – 54,221 miles
  • 2007 – 43,610 miles
  • 2006 – 38,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,915 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Suspension components showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside seat belt stalk cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,915 miles (+12,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    147,915 miles
    Test number
    885425137205
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass135,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,904 miles
    Test number
    359284717712
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of corrosion
  3. Pass135,904 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,904 miles
    Test number
    315501465372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of corrosion
  4. Fail135,904 miles (+11,809)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,904 miles
    Test number
    876208305458
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of corrosion
  5. Pass124,095 miles (+4,284)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,095 miles
    Test number
    350262449618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,811 miles (+5,750)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,811 miles
    Test number
    871052235492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,061 miles (+6,018)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    114,061 miles
    Test number
    810251097272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,043 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    108,043 miles
    Test number
    820332673295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,028 miles (+7,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,028 miles
    Test number
    120628636220
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play steering (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  10. Pass100,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    100,295 miles
    Test number
    928980635013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,291 miles (+8,269)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,291 miles
    Test number
    607290235082
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  12. Pass92,022 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,022 miles
    Test number
    847375583237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,794 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,794 miles
    Test number
    308433692424
    • NoteNs and os rear coil springs deteriated/corroded
    • NoteNs rear seatbelt not tested/ child seat fitted
  14. Fail84,794 miles (+9,162)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,794 miles
    Test number
    768713892238
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNs and os rear coil springs deteriated/corroded
    • NoteNs rear seatbelt not tested/ child seat fitted
  15. Pass75,632 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    75,632 miles
    Test number
    306698911263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,022 miles (+8,564)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,022 miles
    Test number
    164748630245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,458 miles (+6,237)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    123360439289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,221 miles (+10,611)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,221 miles
    Test number
    392102148268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,610 miles (+5,493)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,610 miles
    Test number
    353559377162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,117 miles
    Test number
    904138016372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CFF

Does LB53 CFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 CFF expired on 14 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CFF?
The MOT on LB53 CFF expired on 14 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 CFF done?
LB53 CFF was recorded at 147,915 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2022, an average of 7,122 miles a year.
Has LB53 CFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CFF has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LB53 CFF 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 CFF find?
LB53 CFF passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: offside suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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