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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 NAOMOT history

LB53 NAO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 84,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
84,171 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NAO was last recorded at 84,171 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,150 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
2,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,171 miles
  • 2025 – 83,969 miles
  • 2023 – 83,408 miles
  • 2022 – 82,963 miles
  • 2021 – 81,501 miles
  • 2019 – 79,860 miles
  • 2018 – 77,286 miles
  • 2017 – 75,860 miles
  • 2016 – 73,290 miles
  • 2015 – 70,050 miles
  • 2014 – 67,413 miles
  • 2013 – 62,248 miles
  • 2012 – 60,581 miles
  • 2011 – 52,237 miles
  • 2010 – 44,450 miles
  • 2009 – 40,758 miles
  • 2008 – 36,310 miles
  • 2007 – 30,764 miles
  • 2006 – 25,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,171 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass84,171 miles (+21)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    84,171 miles
    Test number
    429662043774
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail84,150 miles (+181)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,150 miles
    Test number
    774871291529
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass83,969 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,969 miles
    Test number
    106283167893
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail83,966 miles (+558)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,966 miles
    Test number
    690917385080
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass83,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    83,408 miles
    Test number
    694566978024
    • AdvisoryRadiator pack mounts broken and whole unit hanging and is insecure

  6. Fail83,408 miles (+445)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,408 miles
    Test number
    179022083585
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRadiator pack mounts broken and whole unit hanging and is insecure

  7. Pass82,963 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,963 miles
    Test number
    810953880664
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail82,963 miles (+1,462)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,963 miles
    Test number
    479022793177
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass81,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,501 miles
    Test number
    431545505282
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail81,501 miles (+1,641)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,501 miles
    Test number
    113819779855
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Pitted and in very poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass79,860 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,860 miles
    Test number
    459073581026
    • AdvisoryFront flexi joint leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracked and split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (195/65 15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail79,860 miles (+2,574)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,860 miles
    Test number
    902468884007
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" FF (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21" FF (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi joint leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracked and split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (195/65 15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass77,286 miles (+1,426)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,286 miles
    Test number
    110487876640
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes are binding.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes are corroding.
    • AdvisoryExhaust front metal hanger has broken off. Flexi is blowing slightly.
    • AdvisoryJudder recorded from the front brakes.
    • AdvisoryNearside numberplate light is not working.
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre is worn very low (2mm).

  14. Pass75,860 miles (+2,570)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,860 miles
    Test number
    145341814681
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting bracket broken off
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread depth starting to get low,3.5mm. 195/65/15 91v

  15. Pass73,290 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,290 miles
    Test number
    386581355624
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread depth starting to get low 3-3.5mm 195/65/15

  16. Fail73,290 miles (+3,240)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,290 miles
    Test number
    961578618304
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both 19" and 21" (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread depth starting to get low 3-3.5mm 195/65/15

  17. Pass70,050 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,050 miles
    Test number
    355853615050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,413 miles (+5,165)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,413 miles
    Test number
    545415954026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,248 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    769847453023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,581 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,581 miles
    Test number
    627059022395
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail60,581 miles (+8,344)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,581 miles
    Test number
    878149722356
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass52,237 miles (+7,787)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    52,237 miles
    Test number
    536445321304
    • NoteBoth rear inner brake pads wearing low

  23. Pass44,450 miles (+3,692)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,450 miles
    Test number
    824367640349
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass40,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,758 miles
    Test number
    830889649324
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail40,758 miles (+4,448)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,758 miles
    Test number
    910919049390
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass36,310 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    36,310 miles
    Test number
    541914558349
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Fail36,310 miles (+5,546)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,310 miles
    Test number
    721894858390
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass30,764 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    330371257313
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Fail30,764 miles (+5,236)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    364441457350
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass25,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    25,528 miles
    Test number
    861194456345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 NAO

Does LB53 NAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NAO is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NAO?
The MOT on LB53 NAO is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 NAO done?
LB53 NAO was recorded at 84,171 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 2,982 miles a year.
Has LB53 NAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NAO has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 NAO 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 NAO find?
LB53 NAO passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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