
Volkswagen Golf
Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc
LB53 DRBMOT history
LB53 DRB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 202,503 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 1 May 2024
- Mileage
- 202,503 mi
- At MOT on 2 May 2023
- MOT tests
- 26
- 15 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 11,437 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB53 DRB
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 25 Nov 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 1 May 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 2 May 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB53 DRB was last recorded at 202,503 miles on 2 May 2023, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 202,486 miles · 26 Apr 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 17 miles
- Average per year
- 11,437 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 202,503 miles
- 2022 – 187,428 miles
- 2021 – 180,602 miles
- 2019 – 176,121 miles
- 2018 – 173,241 miles
- 2016 – 167,894 miles
- 2015 – 161,157 miles
- 2014 – 153,872 miles
- 2013 – 144,472 miles
- 2012 – 136,065 miles
- 2011 – 123,530 miles
- 2010 – 98,016 miles
- 2009 – 65,557 miles
- 2008 – 40,075 miles
- 2006 – 14,434 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015
Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016
Full MOT history
26 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass202,503 miles (+17)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2024
- Odometer
- 202,503 miles
- Test number
- 866312282055
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
Fail202,486 miles (+15,058)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,486 miles
- Test number
- 775242132966
- DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass187,428 miles (+6,826)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 187,428 miles
- Test number
- 928209778387
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass180,602 miles (+4,481)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 180,602 miles
- Test number
- 256417589733
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops worn
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Pass176,121 miles (+2,880)12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 176,121 miles
- Test number
- 301941155025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass173,241 miles2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 173,241 miles
- Test number
- 471956648314
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust clamps corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail173,241 miles (+5,347)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,241 miles
- Test number
- 301451877554
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust clamps corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass167,894 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 167,894 miles
- Test number
- 651142551758
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded
Fail167,894 miles (+6,737)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 167,894 miles
- Test number
- 238435251463
- Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded
Pass161,157 miles (+17)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 161,157 miles
- Test number
- 262780532023
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Fail161,140 miles (+7,268)7 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,140 miles
- Test number
- 987248151704
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Pass153,872 miles (+16)9 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 153,872 miles
- Test number
- 787278004311
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteEml on
Fail153,856 miles (+9,384)5 failures8 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,856 miles
- Test number
- 517674554271
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteEml on
Pass144,472 miles4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 144,472 miles
- Test number
- 278926153207
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteBoth rear bumb stops worn
- NoteExhaust centre clamp snapped
Fail144,472 miles (+8,407)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,472 miles
- Test number
- 308115653208
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteBoth rear bumb stops worn
- NoteExhaust centre clamp snapped
Pass136,065 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 136,065 miles
- Test number
- 347330072265
- NoteBoth rear bump stops worn
- NoteDamage to o/s wing
- NoteO/s/f sun visor missing
Fail136,065 miles (+44)1 repaired3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,065 miles
- Test number
- 965730872223
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- NoteBoth rear bump stops worn
- NoteDamage to o/s wing
- NoteO/s/f sun visor missing
Fail136,021 miles (+12,491)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,021 miles
- Test number
- 228401362257
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteAir bag light on
- NoteBattarey not fitted porply
Pass123,530 miles (+2)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 123,530 miles
- Test number
- 195505811287
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteAir bag light on
- NoteAll disc's wearing
Fail123,528 miles (+25,512)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,528 miles
- Test number
- 898500011262
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteAir bag light on
- NoteAll disc's wearing
Pass98,016 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 98,016 miles
- Test number
- 841237980158
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail98,016 miles (+32,459)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,016 miles
- Test number
- 350407880153
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Pass65,557 miles (+25,482)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 65,557 miles
- Test number
- 504271129175
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass40,075 miles (+277)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 40,075 miles
- Test number
- 704491558010
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteExhaust system corroding
Fail39,798 miles (+25,364)3 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,798 miles
- Test number
- 882336948085
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteExhaust system corroding
Pass14,434 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 14,434 miles
- Test number
- 813645826397
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB53 DRB
- Does LB53 DRB currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB53 DRB expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB53 DRB?
- The MOT on LB53 DRB expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB53 DRB done?
- LB53 DRB was recorded at 202,503 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 11,437 miles a year.
- Has LB53 DRB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB53 DRB has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2023.
- Has the mileage on LB53 DRB 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 DRB find?
- LB53 DRB passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 1 advisory: items removed from driver's view prior to test.
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