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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 UDUMOT history

LB53 UDU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2026
Mileage
121,900 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UDU was last recorded at 121,900 miles on 15 Mar 2025, 286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,614 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
286 miles
Average per year
5,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,900 miles
  • 2024 – 114,402 miles
  • 2023 – 99,879 miles
  • 2022 – 89,004 miles
  • 2021 – 81,835 miles
  • 2020 – 75,182 miles
  • 2019 – 67,063 miles
  • 2018 – 65,388 miles
  • 2017 – 63,990 miles
  • 2016 – 62,675 miles
  • 2015 – 59,210 miles
  • 2014 – 56,046 miles
  • 2013 – 52,146 miles
  • 2012 – 47,640 miles
  • 2011 – 42,124 miles
  • 2010 – 36,407 miles
  • 2009 – 30,194 miles
  • 2008 – 25,369 miles
  • 2007 – 19,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,900 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively os+ns. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened os+ns. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair all (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,900 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,900 miles
    Test number
    113441900771
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively os+ns. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened os+ns. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair all (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail121,900 miles (+286)2 dangerous2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,900 miles
    Test number
    520781555635
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively os+ns. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened os+ns. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair all (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Fail121,614 miles (+7,212)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,614 miles
    Test number
    600811753511
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass114,402 miles (+14,523)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,402 miles
    Test number
    114023737196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass99,879 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,879 miles
    Test number
    213757090662
    • 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail99,879 miles (+10,875)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,879 miles
    Test number
    332155619803
    • Repaired at testSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass89,004 miles (+7,169)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,004 miles
    Test number
    836661350028
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Under Bonnet Hose To Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass81,835 miles (+6,653)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,835 miles
    Test number
    262364724738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,182 miles (+8,119)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,182 miles
    Test number
    125799175055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,063 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,063 miles
    Test number
    385764878385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage in engine bay close to ABS unit (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front plastic under wing shield damaged/insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail67,063 miles (+1,675)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,063 miles
    Test number
    723429260939
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage in engine bay close to ABS unit (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front plastic under wing shield damaged/insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass65,388 miles (+1,398)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    65,388 miles
    Test number
    116683960013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also corroded inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to crack on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also corroded inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage in engine bay under abs unit (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass63,990 miles (+1,315)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,990 miles
    Test number
    224278433632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage in engine bay under ABS unit (2.3.3b)
    • 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 inner face starting to corrode (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face starting to corrode (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass62,675 miles (+3,465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,675 miles
    Test number
    712631561897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage hose below ABS unit in engine bay (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass59,210 miles (+3,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,210 miles
    Test number
    249093525014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass56,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,046 miles
    Test number
    597728324090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail56,046 miles (+3,900)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,046 miles
    Test number
    999663924076
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass52,146 miles (+4,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,146 miles
    Test number
    188628713071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass47,640 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    47,640 miles
    Test number
    167600722470
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front inner wing shield broken/insecure

  20. Fail47,640 miles (+5,516)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,640 miles
    Test number
    316760422032
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front inner wing shield broken/insecure

  21. Pass42,124 miles (+5,717)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,124 miles
    Test number
    267541021020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,407 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    36,407 miles
    Test number
    204903710022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail36,407 miles (+6,213)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,407 miles
    Test number
    512173510054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail30,194 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,194 miles
    Test number
    760389919093
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass30,194 miles (+4,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,194 miles
    Test number
    881219719008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass25,369 miles (+5,702)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,369 miles
    Test number
    182471628407
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass19,667 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,667 miles
    Test number
    404693517009
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB53 UDU

Does LB53 UDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 UDU expired on 14 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UDU?
The MOT on LB53 UDU expired on 14 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 UDU done?
LB53 UDU was recorded at 121,900 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2025, an average of 5,627 miles a year.
Has LB53 UDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UDU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 UDU 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 UDU find?
LB53 UDU passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively os+ns.; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened os+ns., and 2 more.

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