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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 WCOMOT history

LB53 WCO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,099 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 WCO
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
29 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 WCO was last recorded at 129,099 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 1,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jun 2020: 103,666 miles, lower than 106,251 miles on 14 Feb 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
127,405 miles · 5 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,694 miles
Average per year
5,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,099 miles
  • 2025 – 127,405 miles
  • 2024 – 123,884 miles
  • 2023 – 118,697 miles
  • 2022 – 112,847 miles
  • 2021 – 109,656 miles
  • 2020 – 103,671 miles
  • 2019 – 106,251 miles
  • 2018 – 98,868 miles
  • 2017 – 92,937 miles
  • 2016 – 82,813 miles
  • 2015 – 73,900 miles
  • 2014 – 71,566 miles
  • 2013 – 68,318 miles
  • 2012 – 65,070 miles
  • 2011 – 57,192 miles
  • 2010 – 48,020 miles
  • 2009 – 40,851 miles
  • 2008 – 34,218 miles
  • 2007 – 24,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,099 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges
  • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen
  • AdvisoryO/s/f steering rack gaiter starting to split
  • AdvisoryO/s/f, n/s/f inner steering rack arms worn close to excessive

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • O/s/f & n/s/r tyre starting to perish on side walls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,099 miles (+1,694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,099 miles
    Test number
    418929704651
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering rack gaiter starting to split
    • AdvisoryO/s/f, n/s/f inner steering rack arms worn close to excessive

  2. Pass127,405 miles (+3,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,405 miles
    Test number
    160522066721
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perishing

  3. Pass123,884 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,884 miles
    Test number
    315173016472
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,882 miles (+5,185)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,882 miles
    Test number
    860023170364
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,697 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    118,697 miles
    Test number
    668389070476
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms, bushes starting to split and perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail118,697 miles (+5,850)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,697 miles
    Test number
    283624903692
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both buses (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms, bushes starting to split and perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass112,847 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,847 miles
    Test number
    469136991028
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brakes have got hot
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail112,847 miles (+3,191)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,847 miles
    Test number
    261988386595
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brakes have got hot
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass109,656 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    109,656 miles
    Test number
    761597054479
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both coil springs showing signs of corrosion

  10. Fail109,655 miles (+5,984)2 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,655 miles
    Test number
    200444850634
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both coil springs showing signs of corrosion

  11. Pass103,671 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    103,671 miles
    Test number
    895673971919
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/r tyre starting to perish on side walls

  12. Fail103,666 miles (-2,585)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,666 miles
    Test number
    208790231187
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/r tyre starting to perish on side walls

  13. Pass106,251 miles (+6,086)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,251 miles
    Test number
    497740823798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,165 miles (+1,297)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,165 miles
    Test number
    799458319443
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  15. Pass98,868 miles (+5,931)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,868 miles
    Test number
    741979952342
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake pipes perished
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on wear bars and perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads very low
    • AdvisoryTyre pressures low

  16. Pass92,937 miles (+10,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,937 miles
    Test number
    209874983558
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass82,813 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,813 miles
    Test number
    168881437332
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  18. Fail82,813 miles (+8,913)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,813 miles
    Test number
    478457579158
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  19. Pass73,900 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,900 miles
    Test number
    897960225064
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Fail73,894 miles (+2,328)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,894 miles
    Test number
    258589115000
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass71,566 miles (+3,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,566 miles
    Test number
    795689724018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass68,318 miles (+3,248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,318 miles
    Test number
    879289303078
    • NoteOffside front wheel arch trim brocken

  23. Pass65,070 miles (+7,878)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,070 miles
    Test number
    157040332430
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteCenter rear lap belt missing

  24. Pass57,192 miles (+9,172)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,192 miles
    Test number
    147237121068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,020 miles (+7,169)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,020 miles
    Test number
    204305920074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,851 miles (+6,633)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,851 miles
    Test number
    304138729045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePas pipe rack to pump wet

  27. Pass34,218 miles (+9,416)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,218 miles
    Test number
    973860438048
    • NoteSlight weap from power steering pipe from steering rack

  28. Pass24,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,802 miles
    Test number
    592510637068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 WCO

Does LB53 WCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 WCO is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 WCO?
The MOT on LB53 WCO is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 WCO done?
LB53 WCO was recorded at 129,099 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 5,364 miles a year.
Has LB53 WCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 WCO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 WCO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 WCO find?
LB53 WCO passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: both front tyres worn low on inner edges; damage to windscreen; o/s/f steering rack gaiter starting to split, and 1 more.

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