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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

LB53 UZLMOT history

LB53 UZL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 67,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
67,523 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UZL was last recorded at 67,523 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,068 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
455 miles
Average per year
1,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,523 miles
  • 2025 – 67,068 miles
  • 2024 – 66,570 miles
  • 2023 – 66,062 miles
  • 2022 – 65,633 miles
  • 2021 – 65,218 miles
  • 2020 – 64,803 miles
  • 2019 – 64,343 miles
  • 2018 – 63,844 miles
  • 2017 – 63,209 miles
  • 2016 – 62,885 miles
  • 2015 – 62,512 miles
  • 2014 – 62,161 miles
  • 2013 – 61,755 miles
  • 2012 – 61,375 miles
  • 2010 – 60,081 miles
  • 2009 – 52,612 miles
  • 2008 – 46,918 miles
  • 2007 – 35,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,523 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the engine lower (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,523 miles (+455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    67,523 miles
    Test number
    606258031096
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the engine lower (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass67,068 miles (+498)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    67,068 miles
    Test number
    132164602539
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre NOT REPAIRABLE 195/65R15 91H
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass66,570 miles (+508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    66,570 miles
    Test number
    127084328722
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass66,062 miles (+429)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    66,062 miles
    Test number
    577257319543
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass65,633 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    178906812644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,218 miles (+415)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    65,218 miles
    Test number
    199874788504
    • AdvisoryAll tyres over 10 yrs old. x1 2008 & x3 2009. conti contact 195/65/R15 91V
    • AdvisoryFront Lower sml oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass64,803 miles (+460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    64,803 miles
    Test number
    739464995996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySml engine oil leak

  8. Pass64,343 miles (+499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,343 miles
    Test number
    425006705537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySml oil leak

  9. Pass63,844 miles (+635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,844 miles
    Test number
    508538066197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  10. Pass63,209 miles (+324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,209 miles
    Test number
    259626891482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  11. Pass62,885 miles (+373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,885 miles
    Test number
    748138711644
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass62,512 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,512 miles
    Test number
    186837215108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,161 miles (+406)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,161 miles
    Test number
    397172414181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,755 miles (+380)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,755 miles
    Test number
    849078303136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split

  15. Fail61,375 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,375 miles
    Test number
    148605912167
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteEngine light on

  16. Pass61,375 miles (+1,294)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,375 miles
    Test number
    838195612148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteEngine light on

  17. Pass60,081 miles (+7,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,081 miles
    Test number
    102438830193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass52,612 miles (+5,694)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    120878499442
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  19. Pass46,918 miles (+11,393)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,918 miles
    Test number
    312264318075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Pass35,525 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,525 miles
    Test number
    791152727074
    • NoteDash indicates an airbag fault
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread getting low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread getting low

Questions about LB53 UZL

Does LB53 UZL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UZL is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UZL?
The MOT on LB53 UZL is valid until 11 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 UZL done?
LB53 UZL was recorded at 67,523 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 1,661 miles a year.
Has LB53 UZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UZL has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2012.
Has the mileage on LB53 UZL 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 UZL find?
LB53 UZL passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive on the engine lower; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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