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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 WHCMOT history

LB53 WHC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2022 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 154,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2022
Mileage
154,034 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 WHC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 WHC was last recorded at 154,034 miles on 6 Jul 2022, 6,651 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,383 miles · 7 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
6,651 miles
Average per year
7,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 154,034 miles
  • 2021 – 147,383 miles
  • 2019 – 140,823 miles
  • 2018 – 129,160 miles
  • 2017 – 129,137 miles
  • 2016 – 121,613 miles
  • 2015 – 117,521 miles
  • 2014 – 112,229 miles
  • 2013 – 99,064 miles
  • 2012 – 92,107 miles
  • 2010 – 80,925 miles
  • 2008 – 59,309 miles
  • 2007 – 40,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,034 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow and irratic idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and is worn heavily on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe on nearside of rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentre heatsheild insecure

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail154,034 miles (+6,651)12 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,034 miles
    Test number
    858105931435
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow and irratic idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and is worn heavily on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe on nearside of rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre heatsheild insecure

  2. Pass147,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,383 miles
    Test number
    845343674796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail147,383 miles (+6,560)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,383 miles
    Test number
    991465485582
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass140,823 miles (+11,663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,823 miles
    Test number
    262903662365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,160 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,160 miles
    Test number
    290313154273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail129,137 miles (+7,524)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,137 miles
    Test number
    426220415686
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavily on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight top bracket broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryDifferent types of wheel fitted on front axle
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  7. Pass121,613 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,613 miles
    Test number
    249300779274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened uneven wear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light illuminated on dash indicates a fault

  8. Fail121,613 miles (+4,092)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,613 miles
    Test number
    157068975118
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened uneven wear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light illuminated on dash indicates a fault

  9. Pass117,521 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,521 miles
    Test number
    390530208529
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint from pump to rack (2.3.3b)

  10. Fail117,521 miles (+5,292)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,521 miles
    Test number
    100445504063
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint from pump to rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged leading to caliper (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass112,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    112,229 miles
    Test number
    449773164328
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail112,229 miles (+7,544)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,229 miles
    Test number
    459433964311
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass104,685 miles (+5,621)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,685 miles
    Test number
    895363604019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEsp and engine management light on

  14. Pass99,064 miles (+6,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    99,064 miles
    Test number
    876430413088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass92,107 miles (+11,182)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    92,107 miles
    Test number
    418372712049
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass80,925 miles (+9,562)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,925 miles
    Test number
    570787950321
    • NoteDrivers side wing mirror damaged but veiw not obscured

  17. Pass71,363 miles (+12,054)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,363 miles
    Test number
    670583010040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,309 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,309 miles
    Test number
    481062258372
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  19. Pass59,309 miles (+11,136)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,309 miles
    Test number
    614312058396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,173 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,173 miles
    Test number
    111037008490
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake pads quite low
    • NoteBrake fluid level getting low

  21. Pass48,173 miles (+7,449)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,173 miles
    Test number
    271017208040
    • NoteBoth front brake pads quite low
    • NoteBrake fluid level getting low

  22. Fail40,724 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,724 miles
    Test number
    253380617041
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge/on2mm within centre three quarters of tyre tread
    • NoteStrong advise nearside front tyre on 1.6mm within centre three quarters of tyre tread

  23. Pass40,724 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    40,724 miles
    Test number
    453020017031
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge/on2mm within centre three quarters of tyre tread
    • NoteStrong advise nearside front tyre on 1.6mm within centre three quarters of tyre tread

Questions about LB53 WHC

Does LB53 WHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 WHC expired on 6 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 WHC?
The MOT on LB53 WHC expired on 6 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 WHC done?
LB53 WHC was recorded at 154,034 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2022, an average of 7,317 miles a year.
Has LB53 WHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 WHC has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 WHC 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 WHC find?
LB53 WHC failed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2022 with 12 major defects and 9 advisories: emissions not tested due to exhaust blow and irratic idle; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box, and 18 more.

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