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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 JBEMOT history

LB53 JBE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2023
Mileage
95,851 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JBE was last recorded at 95,851 miles on 27 Jul 2022, 12,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,446 miles · 4 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
12,405 miles
Average per year
5,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,851 miles
  • 2021 – 83,446 miles
  • 2020 – 72,381 miles
  • 2019 – 58,211 miles
  • 2017 – 55,242 miles
  • 2015 – 51,734 miles
  • 2014 – 43,721 miles
  • 2013 – 37,562 miles
  • 2012 – 32,101 miles
  • 2011 – 27,858 miles
  • 2010 – 21,954 miles
  • 2009 – 15,361 miles
  • 2008 – 12,480 miles
  • 2007 – 9,777 miles
  • 2006 – 6,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,851 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    95,851 miles
    Test number
    326541969733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail95,851 miles (+12,405)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,851 miles
    Test number
    714213055990
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass83,446 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,446 miles
    Test number
    980889230582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,437 miles (+11,056)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,437 miles
    Test number
    296551988845
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass72,381 miles (+14,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,381 miles
    Test number
    822281543670
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass58,211 miles (+2,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,211 miles
    Test number
    764155487629
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass55,242 miles (+3,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    55,242 miles
    Test number
    936779947854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear wishbone bush starting to split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Pass51,734 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,734 miles
    Test number
    770917135147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,706 miles (+7,985)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,706 miles
    Test number
    718805572427
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has nail in it

  10. Pass43,721 miles (+6,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,721 miles
    Test number
    528003234326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass37,562 miles (+5,461)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,562 miles
    Test number
    977657923395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    32,101 miles
    Test number
    555366132396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,101 miles (+4,243)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,101 miles
    Test number
    487216532493
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass27,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,858 miles
    Test number
    408216441466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,858 miles (+5,904)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,858 miles
    Test number
    257456341300
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass21,954 miles (+6,593)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    21,954 miles
    Test number
    692731430353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,361 miles (+2,881)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    15,361 miles
    Test number
    293599339389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,480 miles (+2,703)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    12,480 miles
    Test number
    402501248495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,777 miles (+2,910)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    9,777 miles
    Test number
    262142247325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    6,867 miles
    Test number
    402203956331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 JBE

Does LB53 JBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 JBE expired on 4 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JBE?
The MOT on LB53 JBE expired on 4 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 JBE done?
LB53 JBE was recorded at 95,851 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2022, an average of 5,703 miles a year.
Has LB53 JBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JBE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 JBE 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 JBE find?
LB53 JBE passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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