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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LD53 BXNMOT history

LD53 BXN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 46,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LD53 BXN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
46,701 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 BXN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 BXN was last recorded at 46,701 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,701 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,701 miles
  • 2025 – 46,189 miles
  • 2024 – 45,852 miles
  • 2023 – 45,088 miles
  • 2022 – 42,535 miles
  • 2021 – 41,960 miles
  • 2020 – 41,338 miles
  • 2019 – 40,423 miles
  • 2018 – 37,800 miles
  • 2017 – 35,619 miles
  • 2016 – 33,392 miles
  • 2015 – 31,003 miles
  • 2014 – 28,606 miles
  • 2013 – 25,301 miles
  • 2012 – 22,977 miles
  • 2011 – 20,777 miles
  • 2010 – 18,841 miles
  • 2009 – 17,315 miles
  • 2008 – 15,490 miles
  • 2007 – 13,241 miles
  • 2006 – 9,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,701 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass46,701 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    46,701 miles
    Test number
    332645513488
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail46,701 miles (+512)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,701 miles
    Test number
    378813398620
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65/15-91H.2014. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber damaged

  3. Pass46,189 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    46,189 miles
    Test number
    631208977928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass45,852 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    45,852 miles
    Test number
    880806604675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    45,088 miles
    Test number
    909316662422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail45,088 miles (+2,553)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,088 miles
    Test number
    483604443202
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass42,535 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    42,535 miles
    Test number
    296750957550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    41,960 miles
    Test number
    292885658036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,960 miles (+622)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,960 miles
    Test number
    296268849396
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass41,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    41,338 miles
    Test number
    607308304188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,338 miles (+915)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,338 miles
    Test number
    445697767339
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass40,423 miles (+2,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,423 miles
    Test number
    483572191219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is worn on inner edge

  13. Pass37,800 miles (+2,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    37,800 miles
    Test number
    364135167466
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is perished and worn on inner edge

  14. Pass35,619 miles (+2,227)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    35,619 miles
    Test number
    614601076126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    33,392 miles
    Test number
    453946467923
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is slightly perished

  16. Fail33,392 miles (+2,389)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,392 miles
    Test number
    751363254172
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is worn bald on inner edge and is perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is slightly perished

  17. Fail31,003 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,003 miles
    Test number
    306965525274
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass31,003 miles (+2,397)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,003 miles
    Test number
    938925525288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,606 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,606 miles
    Test number
    198601144273
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass28,606 miles (+3,305)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    28,606 miles
    Test number
    357261844228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,301 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    25,301 miles
    Test number
    116625843291
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail25,301 miles (+2,324)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,301 miles
    Test number
    315775743215
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass22,977 miles (+2,200)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,977 miles
    Test number
    386384642268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,777 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    20,777 miles
    Test number
    989425141254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail20,777 miles (+1,936)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,777 miles
    Test number
    807804141223
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass18,841 miles (+1,526)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,841 miles
    Test number
    652017750252
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on the outside edge

  27. Pass17,315 miles (+1,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    17,315 miles
    Test number
    971518269293
    • 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)

  28. Fail15,490 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,490 miles
    Test number
    760408448234
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass15,490 miles (+2,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,490 miles
    Test number
    980318848212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass13,241 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,241 miles
    Test number
    390041667422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass9,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    9,712 miles
    Test number
    101125266237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail9,712 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,712 miles
    Test number
    883175366292
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LD53 BXN

Does LD53 BXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 BXN is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 BXN?
The MOT on LD53 BXN is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 BXN done?
LD53 BXN was recorded at 46,701 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 1,850 miles a year.
Has LD53 BXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 BXN has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 BXN 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 LD53 BXN find?
LD53 BXN passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 1 more.

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