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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB53 LWFMOT history

LB53 LWF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 203,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
203,650 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LWF was last recorded at 203,650 miles on 29 May 2026, 4,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,580 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,070 miles
Average per year
8,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,650 miles
  • 2025 – 199,580 miles
  • 2024 – 194,613 miles
  • 2023 – 188,496 miles
  • 2022 – 182,550 miles
  • 2021 – 176,325 miles
  • 2020 – 164,380 miles
  • 2019 – 156,067 miles
  • 2017 – 152,004 miles
  • 2016 – 144,035 miles
  • 2015 – 123,274 miles
  • 2014 – 112,532 miles
  • 2013 – 104,669 miles
  • 2012 – 96,724 miles
  • 2011 – 86,437 miles
  • 2010 – 69,236 miles
  • 2008 – 45,332 miles
  • 2007 – 31,498 miles
  • 2006 – 31,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,650 miles

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass203,650 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    203,650 miles
    Test number
    316539201963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass199,580 miles (+4,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    199,580 miles
    Test number
    598963804914
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass194,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    194,613 miles
    Test number
    978529116125
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail194,613 miles (+6,117)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,613 miles
    Test number
    103148869208
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass188,496 miles (+5,946)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    188,496 miles
    Test number
    729792661324
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass182,550 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    182,550 miles
    Test number
    594072515268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail182,550 miles (+6,225)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,550 miles
    Test number
    591384321745
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass176,325 miles (+11,945)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    176,325 miles
    Test number
    136971826627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass164,380 miles (+8,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    164,380 miles
    Test number
    517139019310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill damage

  10. Pass156,067 miles (+4,063)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    156,067 miles
    Test number
    657325681706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass152,004 miles (+7,969)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    152,004 miles
    Test number
    248506841024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass144,035 miles (+8,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,035 miles
    Test number
    367214029776
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass135,108 miles (+11,834)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    135,108 miles
    Test number
    731989132599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass123,274 miles (+10,742)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,274 miles
    Test number
    525820985084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,532 miles (+7,863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    112,532 miles
    Test number
    806401584088
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass104,669 miles (+7,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    104,669 miles
    Test number
    826616583072
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass96,724 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    96,724 miles
    Test number
    129300182433
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail96,724 miles (+10,287)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,724 miles
    Test number
    858270682073
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass86,437 miles (+17,201)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    86,437 miles
    Test number
    556118381013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,236 miles (+23,904)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    382747470004
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped on inside edge.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn and lipped.
    • NoteRear brake pads low.

  21. Pass45,332 miles (+4,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,332 miles
    Test number
    382054998444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass40,547 miles (+9,049)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,547 miles
    Test number
    474719378033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,498 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,498 miles
    Test number
    994816627062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,331 miles
    Test number
    211788136328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail31,331 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,331 miles
    Test number
    864788936337
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about LB53 LWF

Does LB53 LWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 LWF is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LWF?
The MOT on LB53 LWF is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 LWF done?
LB53 LWF was recorded at 203,650 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 8,845 miles a year.
Has LB53 LWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LWF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 LWF 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 LWF find?
LB53 LWF passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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