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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 PYZMOT history

LB53 PYZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 164,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2023
Mileage
164,361 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 PYZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 PYZ was last recorded at 164,361 miles on 19 Jul 2022, 6,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,158 miles · 22 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
6,203 miles
Average per year
9,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,361 miles
  • 2021 – 158,158 miles
  • 2020 – 153,753 miles
  • 2019 – 149,346 miles
  • 2018 – 143,464 miles
  • 2017 – 137,881 miles
  • 2016 – 131,943 miles
  • 2015 – 121,197 miles
  • 2014 – 108,315 miles
  • 2013 – 93,012 miles
  • 2012 – 79,507 miles
  • 2011 – 67,613 miles
  • 2010 – 51,045 miles
  • 2009 – 36,703 miles
  • 2008 – 28,656 miles
  • 2007 – 21,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,361 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak possibly from lower radiator
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading from brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading from brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Splash guard loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,361 miles1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,361 miles
    Test number
    639749981947
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possibly from lower radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading from brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading from brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail164,361 miles (+6,203)1 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,361 miles
    Test number
    906538172597
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possibly from lower radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading from brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading from brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,158 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    158,158 miles
    Test number
    339968083685
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Splash guard loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail158,153 miles (+4,400)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,153 miles
    Test number
    150615480817
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Splash guard loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,753 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    153,753 miles
    Test number
    925185830520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail153,753 miles (+4,407)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,753 miles
    Test number
    365395743759
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass149,346 miles (+5,882)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    149,346 miles
    Test number
    218548560654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass143,464 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    143,464 miles
    Test number
    232137145802
    • 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))

  9. Fail143,464 miles (+5,583)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,464 miles
    Test number
    916179942518
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Bulb upside down (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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))

  10. Pass137,881 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    137,881 miles
    Test number
    271521913784
    • AdvisoryCenter Exhaust mount adrift but exhaust if sill supported
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail137,881 miles (+5,938)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,881 miles
    Test number
    518960493627
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCenter Exhaust mount adrift but exhaust if sill supported
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass131,943 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    131,943 miles
    Test number
    156673638489
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting adrift but exhaust fully supported
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  13. Fail131,943 miles (+10,746)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,943 miles
    Test number
    629512108255
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting adrift but exhaust fully supported

  14. Pass121,197 miles (+604)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,197 miles
    Test number
    677287895142
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting adrift but exhaust secure
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteSlight leak exhaust joints

  15. Fail120,593 miles (+12,278)1 failure1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,593 miles
    Test number
    237670295449
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting adrift but exhaust secure
    • NoteEml light illuminated
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteSlight leak exhaust joints

  16. Pass108,315 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,315 miles
    Test number
    775332284151
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light illuminated
    • NoteTimingbelt cover broken allowing debris to enter

  17. Fail108,315 miles (+15,303)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,315 miles
    Test number
    748952184127
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light illuminated

  18. Pass93,012 miles (+433)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    93,012 miles
    Test number
    347627103267
    • NoteDash indicates service required
    • NoteEngine warning light on dash
    • NoteSteel brake pipes corroding
    • NoteTmingbelt cover broken

  19. Fail92,579 miles (+13,072)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,579 miles
    Test number
    505430903249
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSteel brake pipes corroding
    • NoteTmingbelt cover broken

  20. Pass79,507 miles (+11,894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    935697702253
    • NoteExhaust centre box bracket corroded and seperated

  21. Pass67,613 miles (+16,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,613 miles
    Test number
    619869691188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass51,045 miles (+14,342)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,045 miles
    Test number
    472082900288
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass36,703 miles (+8,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,703 miles
    Test number
    681198299119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass28,656 miles (+242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,656 miles
    Test number
    700021918259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass28,414 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,414 miles
    Test number
    762879578096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail28,414 miles (+7,199)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,414 miles
    Test number
    670099878004
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass21,215 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,215 miles
    Test number
    811414307058
    • 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)

Questions about LB53 PYZ

Does LB53 PYZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 PYZ expired on 28 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 PYZ?
The MOT on LB53 PYZ expired on 28 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 PYZ done?
LB53 PYZ was recorded at 164,361 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2022, an average of 9,213 miles a year.
Has LB53 PYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 PYZ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 PYZ 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 PYZ find?
LB53 PYZ passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 15 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust mounting defective; coolant leak possibly from lower radiator, and 13 more.

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