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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB53 VVNMOT history

LB53 VVN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 210,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2023
Mileage
210,634 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VVN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VVN was last recorded at 210,634 miles on 3 Mar 2022, 4,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,643 miles · 5 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
4,991 miles
Average per year
11,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 210,634 miles
  • 2021 – 205,643 miles
  • 2020 – 201,207 miles
  • 2019 – 195,106 miles
  • 2018 – 190,274 miles
  • 2017 – 185,172 miles
  • 2016 – 174,051 miles
  • 2014 – 142,249 miles
  • 2013 – 134,388 miles
  • 2012 – 118,681 miles
  • 2011 – 101,270 miles
  • 2010 – 84,365 miles
  • 2009 – 69,897 miles
  • 2008 – 55,369 miles
  • 2007 – 42,461 miles
  • 2006 – 31,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,634 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass210,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    210,634 miles
    Test number
    822933787650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail210,634 miles (+4,991)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,634 miles
    Test number
    423718686951
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass205,643 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    205,643 miles
    Test number
    532527745156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail205,633 miles (+4,426)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,633 miles
    Test number
    413329819743
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass201,207 miles (+6,101)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    201,207 miles
    Test number
    252399316853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass195,106 miles (+9)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    195,106 miles
    Test number
    626034497566
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail195,097 miles (+4,823)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,097 miles
    Test number
    841235984099
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass190,274 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    190,274 miles
    Test number
    814871038536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail190,274 miles (+5,102)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,274 miles
    Test number
    425112354555
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer bottle empty (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass185,172 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    185,172 miles
    Test number
    461632950510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail185,153 miles (+11,102)5 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,153 miles
    Test number
    914778621768
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass174,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    174,051 miles
    Test number
    869322614652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail174,051 miles (+31,802)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,051 miles
    Test number
    454721580488
    • Repaired at testAll position lamps not working all (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass142,249 miles (+7,861)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    142,249 miles
    Test number
    495216274125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass134,388 miles (+15,707)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    134,388 miles
    Test number
    607864553262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNear side rear door difficult to open

  16. Pass118,681 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    118,681 miles
    Test number
    828280952231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail118,681 miles (+17,411)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,681 miles
    Test number
    347669342279
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside outer driveshaft gaiter leaking grease

  18. Pass101,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    101,270 miles
    Test number
    795324761262
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail101,270 miles (+16,905)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,270 miles
    Test number
    397814761284
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass84,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    84,365 miles
    Test number
    461515030216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail84,365 miles (+14,468)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,365 miles
    Test number
    220895030243
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass69,897 miles (+14,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,897 miles
    Test number
    841910839216
    • 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)

  23. Pass55,369 miles (+12,908)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,369 miles
    Test number
    460715738258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,461 miles (+10,943)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    42,461 miles
    Test number
    782557947266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,518 miles
    Test number
    774865536252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VVN

Does LB53 VVN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VVN expired on 4 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VVN?
The MOT on LB53 VVN expired on 4 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VVN done?
LB53 VVN was recorded at 210,634 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2022, an average of 11,536 miles a year.
Has LB53 VVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VVN has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 VVN 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 VVN find?
LB53 VVN passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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