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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB53 TLFMOT history

LB53 TLF is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 153,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2024
Mileage
153,760 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 TLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 TLF was last recorded at 153,760 miles on 16 Nov 2023, 1,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,578 miles · 5 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,182 miles
Average per year
8,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,760 miles
  • 2022 – 152,578 miles
  • 2021 – 149,810 miles
  • 2020 – 144,457 miles
  • 2019 – 139,021 miles
  • 2018 – 131,623 miles
  • 2017 – 124,492 miles
  • 2016 – 117,604 miles
  • 2015 – 111,173 miles
  • 2014 – 104,951 miles
  • 2013 – 93,568 miles
  • 2012 – 79,755 miles
  • 2011 – 65,193 miles
  • 2010 – 55,158 miles
  • 2009 – 42,548 miles
  • 2008 – 27,704 miles
  • 2007 – 12,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,760 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,760 miles (+1,182)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    153,760 miles
    Test number
    869033472602
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass152,578 miles (+2,768)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,578 miles
    Test number
    862984620711
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,810 miles (+5,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,810 miles
    Test number
    556865419232
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass144,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,457 miles
    Test number
    611910221447
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail144,457 miles (+5,436)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,457 miles
    Test number
    935446752456
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass139,021 miles (+7,398)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,021 miles
    Test number
    126055110980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,623 miles (+7,131)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,623 miles
    Test number
    962299683750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass124,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,492 miles
    Test number
    980892646925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,492 miles (+6,888)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,492 miles
    Test number
    947891506315
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass117,604 miles (+6,431)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,604 miles
    Test number
    472987873672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,173 miles
    Test number
    956316687917
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Fail111,173 miles (+6,222)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,173 miles
    Test number
    756353035968
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Pass104,951 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,951 miles
    Test number
    478189104422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,848 miles (+11,280)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,848 miles
    Test number
    298860504374
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass93,568 miles (+13,813)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    815482953245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,755 miles (+14,562)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,755 miles
    Test number
    569096252213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,193 miles (+10,035)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,193 miles
    Test number
    377518031461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,158 miles (+12,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    55,158 miles
    Test number
    931416940209
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,548 miles (+14,844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,548 miles
    Test number
    264119929362
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass27,704 miles (+14,827)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,704 miles
    Test number
    150095578244
    • NoteAirbag light on

  21. Pass12,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    12,877 miles
    Test number
    334881437313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 TLF

Does LB53 TLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 TLF expired on 15 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 TLF?
The MOT on LB53 TLF expired on 15 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 TLF done?
LB53 TLF was recorded at 153,760 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2023, an average of 8,822 miles a year.
Has LB53 TLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 TLF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LB53 TLF 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 TLF find?
LB53 TLF passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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