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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LD53 DFKMOT history

LD53 DFK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 19 MOT tests, with 90,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2024.

LD53 DFK silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2025
Mileage
90,200 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2024
MOT tests
19
19 passed · 0 failed
Per year
4,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 DFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 DFK was last recorded at 90,200 miles on 15 Aug 2024, 9,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,657 miles · 15 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
9,543 miles
Average per year
4,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,200 miles
  • 2023 – 80,657 miles
  • 2022 – 78,204 miles
  • 2021 – 76,549 miles
  • 2020 – 74,036 miles
  • 2019 – 71,336 miles
  • 2018 – 67,946 miles
  • 2017 – 64,397 miles
  • 2016 – 61,061 miles
  • 2015 – 57,113 miles
  • 2014 – 52,102 miles
  • 2013 – 46,410 miles
  • 2012 – 40,674 miles
  • 2011 – 34,424 miles
  • 2010 – 27,578 miles
  • 2009 – 21,825 miles
  • 2008 – 18,083 miles
  • 2007 – 13,527 miles
  • 2006 – 10,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,200 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,200 miles (+9,543)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,200 miles
    Test number
    786916036929
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,657 miles (+2,453)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,657 miles
    Test number
    570535623408
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass78,204 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    78,204 miles
    Test number
    310850440669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,549 miles (+2,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,549 miles
    Test number
    945303339188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,036 miles (+2,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,036 miles
    Test number
    626964988891
    • AdvisoryFront suspension wishbone rear bushes perishing

  6. Pass71,336 miles (+3,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,336 miles
    Test number
    500919799902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass67,946 miles (+3,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    67,946 miles
    Test number
    858652447258
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,397 miles (+3,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,397 miles
    Test number
    179753748434
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn & perishing

  9. Pass61,061 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,061 miles
    Test number
    661574985531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,113 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,113 miles
    Test number
    303779746732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,102 miles (+5,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,102 miles
    Test number
    847790364279
    • 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)

  12. Pass46,410 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,410 miles
    Test number
    975899153255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,674 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,674 miles
    Test number
    448391662287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,424 miles (+6,846)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    34,424 miles
    Test number
    367086151478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,578 miles (+5,753)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,578 miles
    Test number
    680911550252
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass21,825 miles (+3,742)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,825 miles
    Test number
    324562659222
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass18,083 miles (+4,556)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,083 miles
    Test number
    351036948267
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass13,527 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,527 miles
    Test number
    410787547267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,190 miles
    Test number
    220358146290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 DFK

Does LD53 DFK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 DFK expired on 14 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 DFK?
The MOT on LD53 DFK expired on 14 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 DFK done?
LD53 DFK was recorded at 90,200 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2024, an average of 4,459 miles a year.
Has LD53 DFK ever failed its MOT?
No. LD53 DFK has passed all 19 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LD53 DFK 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 DFK find?
LD53 DFK passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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