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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 VUVMOT history

LB53 VUV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2023
Mileage
138,238 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VUV
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
24 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VUV was last recorded at 138,238 miles on 29 Apr 2022, 230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,008 miles · 28 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
230 miles
Average per year
7,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,238 miles
  • 2020 – 130,961 miles
  • 2019 – 122,289 miles
  • 2018 – 109,371 miles
  • 2017 – 95,272 miles
  • 2016 – 81,178 miles
  • 2015 – 68,716 miles
  • 2014 – 65,953 miles
  • 2013 – 64,433 miles
  • 2012 – 60,092 miles
  • 2011 – 55,546 miles
  • 2010 – 51,372 miles
  • 2009 – 46,781 miles
  • 2008 – 36,321 miles
  • 2007 – 26,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,238 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver Seat Fore and aft mechanism handle damaged but not effecting in operation
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tires cracking (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,238 miles (+230)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    138,238 miles
    Test number
    942893402191
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver Seat Fore and aft mechanism handle damaged but not effecting in operation
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tires cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail138,008 miles (+7,047)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,008 miles
    Test number
    789858099438
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,961 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    338374276999
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower rad leaking

  4. Fail130,961 miles (+8,672)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    429972049224
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower rad leaking

  5. Pass122,289 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,289 miles
    Test number
    261209824284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail122,285 miles (+12,914)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,285 miles
    Test number
    422093106058
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass109,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    109,371 miles
    Test number
    476644720044
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail109,371 miles (+14,099)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,371 miles
    Test number
    862826265173
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass95,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    95,272 miles
    Test number
    355392861903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,270 miles (+14,092)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,270 miles
    Test number
    616962558873
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass81,178 miles (+12,462)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,178 miles
    Test number
    563892440746
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass68,716 miles (+2,763)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,716 miles
    Test number
    530458286605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,953 miles
    Test number
    239043404326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,953 miles (+1,520)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,953 miles
    Test number
    899433004307
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass64,433 miles (+4,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,433 miles
    Test number
    748501033337
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  16. Pass60,092 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,092 miles
    Test number
    378040922388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,546 miles (+2,735)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    979457071212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,811 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,811 miles
    Test number
    995231311091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,372 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,372 miles
    Test number
    292041820011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,781 miles (+10,460)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    46,781 miles
    Test number
    151826829099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,321 miles (+9,746)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,321 miles
    Test number
    140425928047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,575 miles
    Test number
    661875227042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,575 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,575 miles
    Test number
    974794927004
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB53 VUV

Does LB53 VUV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VUV expired on 28 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VUV?
The MOT on LB53 VUV expired on 28 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VUV done?
LB53 VUV was recorded at 138,238 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2022, an average of 7,317 miles a year.
Has LB53 VUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VUV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 VUV 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 VUV find?
LB53 VUV passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front driver seat fore and aft mechanism handle damaged but not effecting in operation, and 4 more.

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