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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 SYZMOT history

LB53 SYZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,854 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 SYZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 SYZ was last recorded at 112,854 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 1,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
111,365 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,489 miles
Average per year
4,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,854 miles
  • 2025 – 111,365 miles
  • 2024 – 109,592 miles
  • 2023 – 107,494 miles
  • 2022 – 106,689 miles
  • 2021 – 106,550 miles
  • 2020 – 106,074 miles
  • 2019 – 104,529 miles
  • 2018 – 102,403 miles
  • 2017 – 100,197 miles
  • 2016 – 98,040 miles
  • 2015 – 95,330 miles
  • 2014 – 91,961 miles
  • 2013 – 79,599 miles
  • 2012 – 70,033 miles
  • 2011 – 61,399 miles
  • 2010 – 53,963 miles
  • 2009 – 46,653 miles
  • 2008 – 35,382 miles
  • 2007 – 22,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,854 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Starting to weep (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • O/S/F CV boot Weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,854 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,854 miles
    Test number
    935470228707
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Starting to weep (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail112,854 miles (+1,489)3 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,854 miles
    Test number
    605256059767
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Starting to weep (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass111,365 miles (+1,773)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    111,365 miles
    Test number
    892310951523
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front D-Bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOSF Outer CV Boot Weeping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,592 miles (+2,098)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,592 miles
    Test number
    224518534332
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front D-Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F CV boot Weeping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,494 miles (+805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    107,494 miles
    Test number
    489720914783
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,689 miles (+139)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    106,689 miles
    Test number
    717490596006
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass106,550 miles (+476)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,550 miles
    Test number
    498674380067
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Lamp unit damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,074 miles (+1,545)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,074 miles
    Test number
    976800172262
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r lens damaged

  9. Pass104,529 miles (+2,126)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,529 miles
    Test number
    379075802009
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot weeping slightly but not split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering boot showing signs of perishing when extended
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of a small coolant leak near bottom of radiator

  10. Pass102,403 miles (+2,206)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,403 miles
    Test number
    613412509708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt borderline (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass100,197 miles (+2,157)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,197 miles
    Test number
    234990480870
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass98,040 miles (+2,710)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,040 miles
    Test number
    554208817501
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F cv boot weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass95,330 miles (+3,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,330 miles
    Test number
    275057515429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass91,961 miles (+12,362)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,961 miles
    Test number
    885307734160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass79,599 miles (+9,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,599 miles
    Test number
    336726623121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass70,033 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,033 miles
    Test number
    257629532122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail70,033 miles (+8,634)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,033 miles
    Test number
    758579032176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass61,399 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,399 miles
    Test number
    795428041093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail61,399 miles (+7,436)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,399 miles
    Test number
    917458241056
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass53,963 miles (+7,310)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,963 miles
    Test number
    232123960044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,653 miles (+11,271)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,653 miles
    Test number
    450214149057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,382 miles (+12,948)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,382 miles
    Test number
    161307738097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,434 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,434 miles
    Test number
    741832307007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOne side of exhaust centre box mounting broken ,system still secure

Questions about LB53 SYZ

Does LB53 SYZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 SYZ is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 SYZ?
The MOT on LB53 SYZ is valid until 6 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 SYZ done?
LB53 SYZ was recorded at 112,854 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,619 miles a year.
Has LB53 SYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 SYZ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 SYZ 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 SYZ find?
LB53 SYZ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to weep; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts worn and corroded, and 5 more.

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