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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 UYLMOT history

LB53 UYL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 80,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
80,945 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UYL was last recorded at 80,945 miles on 8 May 2026, 9,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
71,694 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,251 miles
Average per year
3,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,945 miles
  • 2025 – 71,694 miles
  • 2024 – 67,607 miles
  • 2023 – 65,796 miles
  • 2022 – 62,899 miles
  • 2021 – 59,944 miles
  • 2020 – 57,971 miles
  • 2019 – 55,893 miles
  • 2018 – 53,172 miles
  • 2017 – 49,427 miles
  • 2016 – 46,358 miles
  • 2015 – 41,674 miles
  • 2013 – 38,079 miles
  • 2012 – 30,558 miles
  • 2010 – 26,615 miles
  • 2008 – 19,200 miles
  • 2006 – 11,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,945 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,945 miles (+9,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    80,945 miles
    Test number
    357010740250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass71,694 miles (+4,087)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,694 miles
    Test number
    645524613776
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass67,607 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,607 miles
    Test number
    269537525293
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Arch slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Arch slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail67,607 miles (+1,811)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,607 miles
    Test number
    207975910806
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Arch slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Arch slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass65,796 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,796 miles
    Test number
    146139919119
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail65,796 miles (+2,897)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,796 miles
    Test number
    149891409692
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass62,899 miles (+2,955)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    62,899 miles
    Test number
    390866177984
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass59,944 miles (+1,973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,944 miles
    Test number
    310153197499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass57,971 miles (+2,078)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,971 miles
    Test number
    779629571696
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass55,893 miles (+2,721)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,893 miles
    Test number
    723452327852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,172 miles (+3,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,172 miles
    Test number
    436979130475
    • AdvisoryElectronic power control light on
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass49,427 miles (+3,069)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    49,427 miles
    Test number
    302299438044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,358 miles (+4,684)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,358 miles
    Test number
    754671419022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,674 miles (+3,595)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,674 miles
    Test number
    797082905010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,079 miles (+3,320)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,079 miles
    Test number
    938144563300
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass34,759 miles (+4,201)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,759 miles
    Test number
    456695413081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,558 miles (+3,943)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,558 miles
    Test number
    186373702045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,615 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,615 miles
    Test number
    550673260325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,167 miles (+3,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,167 miles
    Test number
    363006400048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass19,200 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,200 miles
    Test number
    493736968412
    • 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)

  21. Fail19,200 miles (+3,223)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,200 miles
    Test number
    122696168388
    • DangerousNearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • 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)

  22. Pass15,977 miles (+4,134)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,977 miles
    Test number
    132284708007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    11,843 miles
    Test number
    621461466354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 UYL

Does LB53 UYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UYL is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UYL?
The MOT on LB53 UYL is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 UYL done?
LB53 UYL was recorded at 80,945 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,569 miles a year.
Has LB53 UYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UYL has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 UYL 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 UYL find?
LB53 UYL passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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