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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB53 LWCMOT history

LB53 LWC is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 237,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
237,021 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LWC was last recorded at 237,021 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 3,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,019 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,002 miles
Average per year
7,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,021 miles
  • 2025 – 234,019 miles
  • 2024 – 228,129 miles
  • 2023 – 224,301 miles
  • 2022 – 220,381 miles
  • 2021 – 216,516 miles
  • 2020 – 213,129 miles
  • 2019 – 205,543 miles
  • 2018 – 198,420 miles
  • 2017 – 191,413 miles
  • 2016 – 182,367 miles
  • 2015 – 176,131 miles
  • 2014 – 169,880 miles
  • 2013 – 156,910 miles
  • 2012 – 142,074 miles
  • 2011 – 126,151 miles
  • 2010 – 111,043 miles
  • 2009 – 101,012 miles
  • 2008 – 100,053 miles
  • 2006 – 80,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,021 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust and rear springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass237,021 miles (+3,002)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    237,021 miles
    Test number
    866326267459
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass234,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    234,019 miles
    Test number
    311690525130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail234,019 miles (+5,890)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,019 miles
    Test number
    239908432996
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass228,129 miles (+3,828)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    228,129 miles
    Test number
    253021346552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass224,301 miles (+3,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    224,301 miles
    Test number
    810751882770
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass220,381 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    220,381 miles
    Test number
    874231377189
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail220,381 miles (+3,865)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,381 miles
    Test number
    548941036204
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass216,516 miles (+3,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    216,516 miles
    Test number
    219710645137
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass213,129 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    213,129 miles
    Test number
    884845698930
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail213,129 miles (+7,586)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,129 miles
    Test number
    559932879511
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass205,543 miles (+7,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    205,543 miles
    Test number
    275055361169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass198,420 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    198,420 miles
    Test number
    149413081962
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust and rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail198,415 miles (+7,002)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,415 miles
    Test number
    916348684599
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust and rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass191,413 miles (+9,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    191,413 miles
    Test number
    670460660799
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass182,367 miles (+6,236)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    182,367 miles
    Test number
    364819972674
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corodded

  16. Pass176,131 miles (+6,251)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    176,131 miles
    Test number
    949232065086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s case damaged for mirror

  17. Pass169,880 miles (+12,970)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    169,880 miles
    Test number
    127862454456
    • NoteBack box slightly deterioated

  18. Pass156,910 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    156,910 miles
    Test number
    477701653093
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s outter seal damaged.

  19. Fail156,910 miles (+14,836)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,910 miles
    Test number
    959211753099
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s outter seal damaged.

  20. Pass142,074 miles (+15,923)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    142,074 miles
    Test number
    196600052012
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside outer sill damaged
    • NoteNumber plate lamps tinted
    • NoteOffside floor damaged
    • NoteOffside mirror damaged

  21. Pass126,151 miles (+15,108)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    126,151 miles
    Test number
    518324641099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass111,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    111,043 miles
    Test number
    502389740015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail111,043 miles (+10,031)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,043 miles
    Test number
    583079640051
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass101,012 miles (+959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    101,012 miles
    Test number
    543157159026
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail100,053 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,053 miles
    Test number
    190306138034
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass100,053 miles (+19,706)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    100,053 miles
    Test number
    861356938081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass80,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    80,347 miles
    Test number
    561121676188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 LWC

Does LB53 LWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 LWC is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LWC?
The MOT on LB53 LWC is valid until 17 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 LWC done?
LB53 LWC was recorded at 237,021 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 7,936 miles a year.
Has LB53 LWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LWC has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 LWC 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 LWC find?
LB53 LWC passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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