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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB53 WCNMOT history

LB53 WCN is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 153,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
153,919 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 WCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 WCN was last recorded at 153,919 miles on 5 Mar 2024, 2,638 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,281 miles · 21 Sept 2018
Between the last two tests
2,638 miles
Average per year
6,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 153,919 miles
  • 2018 – 151,281 miles
  • 2017 – 142,847 miles
  • 2016 – 130,477 miles
  • 2015 – 118,123 miles
  • 2014 – 109,497 miles
  • 2013 – 106,236 miles
  • 2012 – 101,699 miles
  • 2011 – 99,033 miles
  • 2010 – 85,674 miles
  • 2009 – 71,560 miles
  • 2008 – 58,501 miles
  • 2007 – 46,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,919 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,919 miles (+2,638)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    153,919 miles
    Test number
    451407331347
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,281 miles (+8,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    151,281 miles
    Test number
    575344344795
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull under covers fitted and engine cover

  3. Pass142,847 miles (+12,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    142,847 miles
    Test number
    145706735048
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  4. Pass130,477 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,477 miles
    Test number
    182326839842
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  5. Fail130,380 miles (+12,257)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,380 miles
    Test number
    991219168075
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt split on inner end (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box hanger has corroded off
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass118,123 miles (+8,626)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    118,123 miles
    Test number
    664262275497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass109,497 miles (+3,261)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,497 miles
    Test number
    408342064294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,236 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    106,236 miles
    Test number
    549728763261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,699 miles (+2,666)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,699 miles
    Test number
    928483722232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,033 miles (+13,359)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    99,033 miles
    Test number
    275801891276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    85,674 miles
    Test number
    453716010272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,674 miles (+14,114)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,674 miles
    Test number
    660886010232
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass71,560 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,560 miles
    Test number
    242202319269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,548 miles (+13,047)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,548 miles
    Test number
    701781819293
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass58,501 miles (+12,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    58,501 miles
    Test number
    200037168032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass46,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,230 miles
    Test number
    774198767000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 WCN

Does LB53 WCN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 WCN expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 WCN?
The MOT on LB53 WCN expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 WCN done?
LB53 WCN was recorded at 153,919 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2024, an average of 6,338 miles a year.
Has LB53 WCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 WCN has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on LB53 WCN 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 WCN find?
LB53 WCN passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2024 with 2 minor defects: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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