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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB53 FFRMOT history

LB53 FFR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 156,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2025
Mileage
156,178 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FFR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 FFR was last recorded at 156,178 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 5,541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,637 miles · 24 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
5,541 miles
Average per year
7,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 156,178 miles
  • 2023 – 150,637 miles
  • 2022 – 147,265 miles
  • 2020 – 137,665 miles
  • 2019 – 131,409 miles
  • 2018 – 121,796 miles
  • 2017 – 113,499 miles
  • 2016 – 107,705 miles
  • 2015 – 101,484 miles
  • 2014 – 94,011 miles
  • 2013 – 86,453 miles
  • 2012 – 79,657 miles
  • 2011 – 73,212 miles
  • 2010 – 66,719 miles
  • 2009 – 58,731 miles
  • 2008 – 47,998 miles
  • 2007 – 38,026 miles
  • 2006 – 27,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,178 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Engine oil level on min

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/S sill slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • O/S/F indicator starting to show white light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Both rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,178 miles (+5,541)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    156,178 miles
    Test number
    815871168339
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,637 miles (+3,372)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    150,637 miles
    Test number
    412763726587
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,265 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    147,265 miles
    Test number
    493498999017
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on min

  4. Fail147,259 miles (+9,594)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,259 miles
    Test number
    510154458038
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on min

  5. Pass137,665 miles (+6,256)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    137,665 miles
    Test number
    463170904914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass131,409 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,409 miles
    Test number
    543714367268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,408 miles (+9,612)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,408 miles
    Test number
    639896815900
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass121,796 miles (+8,297)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    121,796 miles
    Test number
    557815176876
    • AdvisoryN/S lower wishbone inner rear bush deteriorated/ torn but currently not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryN/S outer cv boot splitting around inner clip
    • AdvisoryN/S sill slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryO/S lower wishbone inner rear bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/S/F indicator starting to show white light
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre deteriorating in tread ( tread at 3mm )
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes to and from both rear hoses corroding
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger braking away from exhaust (exhaust still supported)
    • AdvisoryRear most exhaust hanger on rear box broken exhaust currently still supported(advise repair or replacement will cause knocking)
    • AdvisoryRear section of brake pipe front to rear corroded
    • AdvisoryService light shown on dash

  9. Pass113,499 miles (+5,794)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,499 miles
    Test number
    371709826689
    • AdvisoryN/S sill slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryO/S/F indicator starting to show white light
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre perishing in tread
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes to and from both rear brake hoses corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe front to rear corroded
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn over half way/chipping on edges(disc corroded)
    • AdvisoryWipers smear slightly

  10. Pass107,705 miles (+6,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    107,705 miles
    Test number
    495591121548
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass101,484 miles (+7,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,484 miles
    Test number
    165571772113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass94,011 miles (+7,558)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,011 miles
    Test number
    797805624381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,453 miles (+6,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    86,453 miles
    Test number
    406591533318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass79,657 miles (+6,445)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,657 miles
    Test number
    528368412342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,212 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,212 miles
    Test number
    505518121356
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  16. Pass73,212 miles (+6,493)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,212 miles
    Test number
    788338421318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,719 miles (+7,988)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,719 miles
    Test number
    152260620389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,731 miles (+10,733)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,731 miles
    Test number
    234081039314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,998 miles (+9,972)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    47,998 miles
    Test number
    853694128309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,026 miles (+10,641)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,026 miles
    Test number
    941263637313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    494676926485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FFR

Does LB53 FFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 FFR expired on 23 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FFR?
The MOT on LB53 FFR expired on 23 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 FFR done?
LB53 FFR was recorded at 156,178 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 7,412 miles a year.
Has LB53 FFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FFR has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 FFR 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 FFR find?
LB53 FFR passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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