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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LB53 HYKMOT history

LB53 HYK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
100,654 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HYK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HYK was last recorded at 100,654 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,652 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,654 miles
  • 2025 – 94,492 miles
  • 2024 – 89,020 miles
  • 2023 – 85,937 miles
  • 2021 – 77,608 miles
  • 2020 – 74,242 miles
  • 2019 – 71,435 miles
  • 2018 – 68,770 miles
  • 2017 – 65,992 miles
  • 2016 – 64,219 miles
  • 2015 – 61,511 miles
  • 2014 – 58,713 miles
  • 2012 – 54,637 miles
  • 2011 – 49,978 miles
  • 2010 – 44,705 miles
  • 2009 – 39,362 miles
  • 2008 – 33,973 miles
  • 2007 – 28,017 miles
  • 2006 – 21,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,654 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front SUSPENSION TOP MOUNT SLIGHT PLAYRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front SUSPENSION TOP MOUNT SLIGHT PLAYRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread and worn badly on inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,654 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    100,654 miles
    Test number
    953569426379
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SUSPENSION TOP MOUNT SLIGHT PLAY
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SUSPENSION TOP MOUNT SLIGHT PLAY
  2. Fail100,652 miles (+6,160)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,652 miles
    Test number
    326351302395
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL WIRE ALSO INSECURE (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SUSPENSION TOP MOUNT SLIGHT PLAY
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SUSPENSION TOP MOUNT SLIGHT PLAY
  3. Pass94,492 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    94,492 miles
    Test number
    483768536415
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread and worn badly on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail94,492 miles (+5,472)7 major1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,492 miles
    Test number
    161498784385
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL 4 TYRES AGE CRACKING
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread and worn badly on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass89,020 miles (+3,083)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,020 miles
    Test number
    207542473174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,937 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,937 miles
    Test number
    113828600054
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail85,937 miles (+8,329)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,937 miles
    Test number
    935175154932
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass77,608 miles (+3,366)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,608 miles
    Test number
    196075518103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,242 miles (+2,807)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,242 miles
    Test number
    210132521852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,435 miles (+2,665)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,435 miles
    Test number
    392063847945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,770 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,770 miles
    Test number
    972203443437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,992 miles (+1,773)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,992 miles
    Test number
    914104264603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,219 miles (+2,708)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,219 miles
    Test number
    544375716505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,511 miles (+2,798)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,511 miles
    Test number
    572147378011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,713 miles (+4,076)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,713 miles
    Test number
    877535744260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,637 miles (+4,659)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,637 miles
    Test number
    468038132410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,978 miles (+5,273)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,978 miles
    Test number
    196735021385
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to distort on inner edge
  18. Pass44,705 miles (+5,343)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,705 miles
    Test number
    891571930359
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to distort
  19. Fail39,362 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,362 miles
    Test number
    214373829382
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
  20. Pass39,362 miles (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,362 miles
    Test number
    854333229324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,973 miles (+5,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,973 miles
    Test number
    881902538338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass28,017 miles (+6,281)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,017 miles
    Test number
    290847137326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    21,736 miles
    Test number
    463818436481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 HYK

Does LB53 HYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 HYK is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HYK?
The MOT on LB53 HYK is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 HYK done?
LB53 HYK was recorded at 100,654 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 4,087 miles a year.
Has LB53 HYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HYK has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 HYK 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 HYK find?
LB53 HYK passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension top mount slight play; offside front suspension top mount slight play.

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