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Volkswagen Touran

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,968 cc

LB53 USWMOT history

LB53 USW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Touran first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 196,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2022
Mileage
196,895 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 USW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touran
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 USW was last recorded at 196,895 miles on 29 Dec 2021, 605 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Nov 2010: 64,273 miles, lower than 64,369 miles on 29 Nov 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
196,290 miles · 15 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
605 miles
Average per year
11,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 196,895 miles
  • 2020 – 189,169 miles
  • 2019 – 175,287 miles
  • 2018 – 170,346 miles
  • 2017 – 153,468 miles
  • 2016 – 127,732 miles
  • 2015 – 119,939 miles
  • 2014 – 109,049 miles
  • 2013 – 97,938 miles
  • 2012 – 85,291 miles
  • 2011 – 74,425 miles
  • 2010 – 64,273 miles
  • 2009 – 55,312 miles
  • 2008 – 42,052 miles
  • 2007 – 31,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,895 miles
  • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Off side front tyre inner and outer edges bald and close to legal limits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Some play in off side front wheel bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,895 miles (+605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    196,895 miles
    Test number
    725640998815
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail196,290 miles (+7,121)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,290 miles
    Test number
    715029076935
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass189,169 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    189,169 miles
    Test number
    506463324746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail189,146 miles (+13,859)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,146 miles
    Test number
    889756910067
    • DangerousNearside Front 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 Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass175,287 miles (+4,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    175,287 miles
    Test number
    695781817804
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass170,346 miles (+344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    170,346 miles
    Test number
    886133013571
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre inner and outer edges bald and close to legal limits
    • AdvisorySome play in off side front wheel bearing

  7. Fail170,002 miles (+16,534)1 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,002 miles
    Test number
    757780514932
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp near side rear lamps all come on when headlamps turned on (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre inner and outer edges bald and close to legal limits
    • AdvisorySome play in off side front wheel bearing

  8. Pass153,468 miles (+25,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    153,468 miles
    Test number
    451371764905
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass127,732 miles (+7,793)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    127,732 miles
    Test number
    763251919290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,939 miles (+10,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    119,939 miles
    Test number
    837196679163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass109,049 miles (+11,111)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    109,049 miles
    Test number
    225740234320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low inner and outter edges
    • NoteSlight oil misting gearbox

  12. Fail97,938 miles2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,938 miles
    Test number
    818877333347
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES BALD ON INNER EDGES
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM TURBO INTERCOOLER PIPE

  13. Pass97,938 miles (+12,647)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,938 miles
    Test number
    978607833339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES BALD ON INNER EDGES
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM TURBO INTERCOOLER PIPE

  14. Pass85,291 miles (+10,866)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    639389622376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,425 miles (+10,152)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    74,425 miles
    Test number
    835072221376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW, TOPPED UP OIL LEVEL
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT OUTER CONSTANT VELOCITY RUBBER BOOT INSURECURE AROUND DRIVE SHAFT, REQUIRES REPLACEMENT CV BOOT

  16. Pass64,273 miles (-96)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    64,273 miles
    Test number
    101754630311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,369 miles (+9,057)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,369 miles
    Test number
    494933330389
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass55,312 miles (+13,260)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    55,312 miles
    Test number
    530486059310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,052 miles (+11,010)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    42,052 miles
    Test number
    684293858375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,042 miles (+8,849)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    31,042 miles
    Test number
    680193867334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,193 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,193 miles
    Test number
    842746117059
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY INSECURE

Questions about LB53 USW

Does LB53 USW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 USW expired on 28 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 USW?
The MOT on LB53 USW expired on 28 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 USW done?
LB53 USW was recorded at 196,895 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2021, an average of 11,685 miles a year.
Has LB53 USW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 USW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 USW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Nov 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 USW find?
LB53 USW passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: lower engine mounting damaged but not to excess; oil leak, but not excessive.

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