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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LC53 SVRMOT history

LC53 SVR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 132,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2022.

LC53 SVR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2023
Mileage
132,503 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 SVR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 SVR was last recorded at 132,503 miles on 8 Apr 2022, 5,853 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2015: 92,592 miles, lower than 93,106 miles on 27 Mar 2014.

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
126,650 miles · 8 May 2021
Between the last two tests
5,853 miles
Average per year
7,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,503 miles
  • 2021 – 126,650 miles
  • 2020 – 120,303 miles
  • 2019 – 115,084 miles
  • 2018 – 108,349 miles
  • 2016 – 105,185 miles
  • 2015 – 92,592 miles
  • 2014 – 93,106 miles
  • 2013 – 73,571 miles
  • 2012 – 63,616 miles
  • 2011 – 51,896 miles
  • 2009 – 41,652 miles
  • 2008 – 35,229 miles
  • 2007 – 27,557 miles
  • 2006 – 21,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,503 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,503 miles (+5,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2023
    Odometer
    132,503 miles
    Test number
    391917319436
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass126,650 miles (+6,347)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    126,650 miles
    Test number
    315627273996
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,303 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    120,303 miles
    Test number
    949428547606
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Recommend replacement. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Recommend replacement. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded. Centre support cradle detached. Flexible section deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Run behind fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,303 miles (+5,219)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,303 miles
    Test number
    887826785117
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working Bulb 382. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Recommend replacement. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Recommend replacement. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded. Centre support cradle detached. Flexible section deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Run behind fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,084 miles (+6,735)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,084 miles
    Test number
    787218750728
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass108,349 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,349 miles
    Test number
    486892386338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  7. Fail108,341 miles (+3,156)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,341 miles
    Test number
    662409435348
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  8. Pass105,185 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    105,185 miles
    Test number
    425308897691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail105,035 miles (+4,032)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,035 miles
    Test number
    279314850573
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass101,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,003 miles
    Test number
    767226488004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail101,003 miles (+8,411)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,003 miles
    Test number
    900807256652
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass92,592 miles (-514)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,592 miles
    Test number
    635103475055
    • NoteEML light on
    • NoteO/S/F and N/S/R tyres wearing edges

  13. Pass93,106 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,106 miles
    Test number
    116196984450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDrivers seat back cannot be folded forward access to rear from the passenger side only
    • NoteEngine Management warning light illuminate
    • NoteOffside Door mirror cover damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail83,106 miles (+9,535)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,106 miles
    Test number
    488456684096
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDrivers seat back cannot be folded forward access to rear from the passenger side only
    • NoteEngine Management warning light illuminate
    • NoteOffside Door mirror cover damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail73,571 miles2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    655097173049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCracking to n/s front tyre, tred area, could not see cord's at time of test, near limit
    • NoteCracking to o/s front tyre, tred area, could not see cord's at time of test, near limit
    • NoteHeavy spliting to n/s iner front tyre side wall, on limit, could not see cords a time of test
    • NoteN/s iner front tyre worn smoth, near cords

  16. Pass73,571 miles (+9,955)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    939027073053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCracking to n/s front tyre, tred area, could not see cord's at time of test, near limit
    • NoteCracking to o/s front tyre, tred area, could not see cord's at time of test, near limit
    • NoteHeavy spliting to n/s iner front tyre side wall, on limit, could not see cords a time of test
    • NoteN/s iner front tyre worn smoth, near cords

  17. Pass63,616 miles (+11,720)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,616 miles
    Test number
    678694382001
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteChip to screen
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s front tyre outer sidewall

  18. Pass51,896 miles (+10,244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    757443131069
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass41,652 miles (+6,423)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,652 miles
    Test number
    462309829371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,229 miles (+7,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,229 miles
    Test number
    694670448350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass27,557 miles (+6,032)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    27,557 miles
    Test number
    801555827315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,525 miles
    Test number
    742874326340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 SVR

Does LC53 SVR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 SVR expired on 7 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 SVR?
The MOT on LC53 SVR expired on 7 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 SVR done?
LC53 SVR was recorded at 132,503 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2022, an average of 7,215 miles a year.
Has LC53 SVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 SVR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LC53 SVR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC53 SVR find?
LC53 SVR passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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