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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 SYXMOT history

LB53 SYX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2024
Mileage
129,085 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 SYX
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
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 SYX was last recorded at 129,085 miles on 8 Nov 2023, 3,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,182 miles · 2 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,903 miles
Average per year
6,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,085 miles
  • 2022 – 125,182 miles
  • 2021 – 122,682 miles
  • 2020 – 120,339 miles
  • 2019 – 114,201 miles
  • 2018 – 109,012 miles
  • 2017 – 103,993 miles
  • 2016 – 100,923 miles
  • 2015 – 97,823 miles
  • 2014 – 93,745 miles
  • 2013 – 92,486 miles
  • 2012 – 81,350 miles
  • 2011 – 67,890 miles
  • 2010 – 56,207 miles
  • 2009 – 44,124 miles
  • 2008 – 34,115 miles
  • 2007 – 20,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,085 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,085 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    129,085 miles
    Test number
    547831402062
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail129,084 miles (+3,902)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,084 miles
    Test number
    639392065560
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass125,182 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    125,182 miles
    Test number
    870291501384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,180 miles (+2,498)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,180 miles
    Test number
    590195627000
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working X3 (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Epc light aswell (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,682 miles (+2,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,682 miles
    Test number
    447352440106
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass120,339 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,339 miles
    Test number
    234129421121
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail120,334 miles (+1,712)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,334 miles
    Test number
    197172356272
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass118,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,622 miles
    Test number
    684771607224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail118,621 miles (+4,420)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,621 miles
    Test number
    276467755926
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass114,201 miles (+5,189)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    114,201 miles
    Test number
    543577860108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,012 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    109,012 miles
    Test number
    139740053493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,002 miles (+5,009)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,002 miles
    Test number
    470306900618
    • FailureNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  13. Pass103,993 miles (+3,070)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    103,993 miles
    Test number
    888528708956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,923 miles (+3,100)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,923 miles
    Test number
    357117215899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,823 miles (+4,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    97,823 miles
    Test number
    196537325074
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass93,745 miles (+1,259)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,745 miles
    Test number
    309837224080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,486 miles
    Test number
    457335423028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,486 miles (+11,136)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,486 miles
    Test number
    758715823017
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass81,350 miles (+13,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    81,350 miles
    Test number
    789332232025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass67,890 miles (+11,683)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,890 miles
    Test number
    999510321034
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)

  21. Pass56,207 miles (+12,083)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,207 miles
    Test number
    223062630088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,124 miles (+10,009)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,124 miles
    Test number
    321753029013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre low inner edge

  23. Pass34,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,115 miles
    Test number
    354926218055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,115 miles (+13,372)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,115 miles
    Test number
    863986918033
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  25. Fail20,743 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,743 miles
    Test number
    142872607407
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  26. Pass20,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,743 miles
    Test number
    750822707004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 SYX

Does LB53 SYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 SYX expired on 9 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 SYX?
The MOT on LB53 SYX expired on 9 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 SYX done?
LB53 SYX was recorded at 129,085 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2023, an average of 6,430 miles a year.
Has LB53 SYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 SYX has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 SYX 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 SYX find?
LB53 SYX passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2023 with 6 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by axle; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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