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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 UDTMOT history

LB53 UDT is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,499 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UDT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UDT was last recorded at 99,499 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,678 miles · 18 May 2022
Between the last two tests
821 miles
Average per year
3,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,499 miles
  • 2022 – 98,678 miles
  • 2021 – 98,175 miles
  • 2019 – 95,646 miles
  • 2018 – 92,889 miles
  • 2017 – 83,501 miles
  • 2016 – 77,548 miles
  • 2015 – 75,743 miles
  • 2013 – 71,665 miles
  • 2012 – 64,484 miles
  • 2011 – 58,232 miles
  • 2010 – 50,110 miles
  • 2009 – 44,760 miles
  • 2007 – 37,013 miles
  • 2006 – 29,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,499 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,499 miles
    Test number
    114318750282
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail99,499 miles (+821)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,499 miles
    Test number
    456024252101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass98,678 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,678 miles
    Test number
    699327662804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,175 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,175 miles
    Test number
    759113583374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,151 miles (+2,505)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,151 miles
    Test number
    984605642626
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  6. Pass95,646 miles (+2,757)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,646 miles
    Test number
    944904313298
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease around boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre 3/4mm
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass92,889 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,889 miles
    Test number
    576737100312
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Fail92,889 miles (+9,388)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,889 miles
    Test number
    141800451088
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass83,501 miles (+5,953)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,501 miles
    Test number
    720812150633
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass77,548 miles (+1,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,548 miles
    Test number
    882440862060
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass75,743 miles (+4,078)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,743 miles
    Test number
    136157955444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass71,665 miles (+7,181)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,665 miles
    Test number
    929305763062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,484 miles (+6,252)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,484 miles
    Test number
    178452152050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,232 miles (+8,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,232 miles
    Test number
    908016341075
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass50,110 miles (+5,350)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,110 miles
    Test number
    211265120079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,760 miles (+7,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,760 miles
    Test number
    910843219058
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass37,013 miles (+7,534)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    37,013 miles
    Test number
    860637647317
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass29,479 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    29,479 miles
    Test number
    594626656320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB53 UDT

Does LB53 UDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UDT is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UDT?
The MOT on LB53 UDT is valid until 20 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 UDT done?
LB53 UDT was recorded at 99,499 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 3,561 miles a year.
Has LB53 UDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UDT has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 UDT 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 UDT find?
LB53 UDT passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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