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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 JCUMOT history

LB53 JCU is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 87,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
87,008 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JCU was last recorded at 87,008 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 4,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,843 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,165 miles
Average per year
3,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,008 miles
  • 2025 – 82,843 miles
  • 2024 – 77,902 miles
  • 2023 – 76,402 miles
  • 2022 – 73,619 miles
  • 2020 – 71,167 miles
  • 2019 – 68,962 miles
  • 2018 – 68,480 miles
  • 2017 – 67,895 miles
  • 2016 – 67,094 miles
  • 2015 – 66,229 miles
  • 2014 – 64,031 miles
  • 2013 – 60,597 miles
  • 2012 – 56,000 miles
  • 2011 – 49,991 miles
  • 2010 – 44,420 miles
  • 2009 – 37,699 miles
  • 2008 – 30,786 miles
  • 2007 – 20,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,008 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStone chip on front screen

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,008 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    87,008 miles
    Test number
    551711640468
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip on front screen

  2. Fail87,008 miles (+4,165)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,008 miles
    Test number
    429478495512
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip on front screen

  3. Pass82,843 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,843 miles
    Test number
    948687605939
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail82,815 miles (+1,299)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,815 miles
    Test number
    579014369583
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    81,516 miles
    Test number
    296112554612
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail81,516 miles (+3,614)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,516 miles
    Test number
    161658056077
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,902 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,902 miles
    Test number
    387147768706
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail77,902 miles (+1,500)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,902 miles
    Test number
    384040915048
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass76,402 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,402 miles
    Test number
    308176242827
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail76,395 miles (+2,776)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,395 miles
    Test number
    715908507431
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass73,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,619 miles
    Test number
    631369775546
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail73,619 miles (+2,452)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,619 miles
    Test number
    945358164188
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp and rear (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass71,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,167 miles
    Test number
    983358141985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail71,167 miles (+1,638)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,167 miles
    Test number
    651352385259
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass69,529 miles (+567)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,529 miles
    Test number
    134061829334
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view out of zone A less than 40 mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight tear strong advisory (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides strong advisory (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass68,962 miles (+482)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,962 miles
    Test number
    598307144296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  17. Pass68,480 miles (+585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,480 miles
    Test number
    544240354399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass67,895 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,895 miles
    Test number
    923954635651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,094 miles
    Test number
    281302720506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail67,094 miles (+865)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,094 miles
    Test number
    398101461649
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass66,229 miles (+2,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,229 miles
    Test number
    835922345038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass64,031 miles (+3,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,031 miles
    Test number
    717685724067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass60,597 miles (+4,597)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    60,597 miles
    Test number
    118649823019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,000 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,000 miles
    Test number
    168636342076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust corroding

  25. Pass56,000 miles (+6,009)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,000 miles
    Test number
    815546042043
    • NoteExhaust corroding

  26. Pass49,991 miles (+5,571)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,991 miles
    Test number
    875608321097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,420 miles (+6,721)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,420 miles
    Test number
    172519420409
    • NoteStone/crack in windscreen out side a zone but smaller than 40mm

  28. Pass37,699 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,699 miles
    Test number
    883771039086
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting worn a bit

  29. Fail37,699 miles (+6,913)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,699 miles
    Test number
    141881739066
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting worn a bit

  30. Pass30,786 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,786 miles
    Test number
    170491538006
    • NoteFront disc's worn
    • NoteN/S/R tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteO/S/F tyre close to legal limit

  31. Fail30,786 miles (+9,837)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,786 miles
    Test number
    831851638007
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteFront disc's worn
    • NoteN/S/R tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteO/S/F tyre close to legal limit

  32. Pass20,949 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,949 miles
    Test number
    943208317030
    • NoteOffside headlamp aim on upper limits
    • NoteOffside repeater lamp came on when tapped by hand

Questions about LB53 JCU

Does LB53 JCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 JCU is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JCU?
The MOT on LB53 JCU is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 JCU done?
LB53 JCU was recorded at 87,008 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 3,360 miles a year.
Has LB53 JCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JCU has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 JCU 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 JCU find?
LB53 JCU passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; stone chip on front screen.

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