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Volkswagen Touareg

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 4,198 cc

LB53 TKXMOT history

LB53 TKX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Touareg first used on 19 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 187,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
187,547 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 TKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 TKX was last recorded at 187,547 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,215 miles · 26 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
332 miles
Average per year
7,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 187,547 miles
  • 2023 – 187,215 miles
  • 2022 – 181,605 miles
  • 2021 – 181,602 miles
  • 2018 – 180,631 miles
  • 2017 – 168,314 miles
  • 2016 – 154,691 miles
  • 2015 – 140,080 miles
  • 2014 – 122,730 miles
  • 2013 – 105,880 miles
  • 2012 – 92,700 miles
  • 2011 – 79,385 miles
  • 2010 – 74,558 miles
  • 2008 – 62,103 miles
  • 2007 – 50,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,547 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass187,547 miles (+332)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    187,547 miles
    Test number
    384077895229
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

  2. Pass187,215 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    187,215 miles
    Test number
    396876809585
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear. Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and Rear. Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail187,215 miles (+5,610)2 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,215 miles
    Test number
    645022251548
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear. Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and Rear. Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass181,605 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    181,605 miles
    Test number
    194900262672
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail181,605 miles (+3)1 dangerous1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,605 miles
    Test number
    641377839109
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass181,602 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    181,602 miles
    Test number
    730915873168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail181,602 miles (+971)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,602 miles
    Test number
    291050813265
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass180,631 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    180,631 miles
    Test number
    100251930595
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail180,631 miles (+474)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,631 miles
    Test number
    829619417955
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail180,157 miles (+11,843)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,157 miles
    Test number
    136904131961
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just met minimum requirements

  11. Pass168,314 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    168,314 miles
    Test number
    262686346779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Fail168,314 miles (+13,623)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,314 miles
    Test number
    929805611106
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass154,691 miles (+307)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    154,691 miles
    Test number
    908218242875
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance cracked (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance cracked (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror slightly cracked

  14. Fail154,384 miles (+14,304)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,384 miles
    Test number
    787446737513
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever inappropriately repaired (3.1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance cracked (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance cracked (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror slightly cracked

  15. Pass140,080 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    140,080 miles
    Test number
    848837565161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail140,005 miles (+17,275)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,005 miles
    Test number
    469973765198
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass122,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    122,730 miles
    Test number
    299780024498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail122,730 miles (+16,850)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,730 miles
    Test number
    789500024188
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass105,880 miles (+13,180)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    845082703124
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect front brake pads!

  20. Pass92,700 miles (+13,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,700 miles
    Test number
    586422902190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass79,385 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,385 miles
    Test number
    627764901194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail79,354 miles (+4,796)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,354 miles
    Test number
    416365391026
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass74,558 miles (+12,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,558 miles
    Test number
    412826390067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass62,103 miles (+11,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,103 miles
    Test number
    162325568398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass50,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    613621967322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 TKX

Does LB53 TKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 TKX expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 TKX?
The MOT on LB53 TKX expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 TKX done?
LB53 TKX was recorded at 187,547 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 7,737 miles a year.
Has LB53 TKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 TKX has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 TKX 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 TKX find?
LB53 TKX passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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