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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 FOVMOT history

LD53 FOV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 131,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LD53 FOV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
131,274 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FOV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FOV was last recorded at 131,274 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,296 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
978 miles
Average per year
5,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,274 miles
  • 2025 – 130,296 miles
  • 2024 – 129,864 miles
  • 2023 – 121,810 miles
  • 2022 – 114,401 miles
  • 2020 – 112,699 miles
  • 2019 – 110,575 miles
  • 2018 – 105,521 miles
  • 2017 – 101,036 miles
  • 2016 – 97,224 miles
  • 2015 – 92,790 miles
  • 2014 – 87,521 miles
  • 2013 – 80,743 miles
  • 2012 – 73,571 miles
  • 2011 – 65,608 miles
  • 2010 – 53,082 miles
  • 2009 – 36,702 miles
  • 2008 – 32,467 miles
  • 2006 – 24,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,274 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust mounting defective centre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,274 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    131,274 miles
    Test number
    383746996995
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail131,274 miles (+978)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,274 miles
    Test number
    332406805959
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass130,296 miles (+432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,296 miles
    Test number
    424122396603
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass129,864 miles (+8,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    129,864 miles
    Test number
    415883779950
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,810 miles
    Test number
    898388569262
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail121,810 miles (+25)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,810 miles
    Test number
    704159372099
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail121,785 miles (+7,384)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,785 miles
    Test number
    839775384028
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdditional front light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass114,401 miles (+1,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    114,401 miles
    Test number
    385618148855
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated & central mounting defective
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been under sealed

  9. Pass112,699 miles (+9)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,699 miles
    Test number
    206124769557
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail112,690 miles (+2,115)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,690 miles
    Test number
    633370233527
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,575 miles (+5,054)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,575 miles
    Test number
    647234626310
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass105,521 miles (+213)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,521 miles
    Test number
    826429247260
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Fail105,308 miles (+4,272)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,308 miles
    Test number
    651577725940
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass101,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,036 miles
    Test number
    911892110446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,036 miles (+3,812)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,036 miles
    Test number
    298384720722
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass97,224 miles (+236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,224 miles
    Test number
    133748519737
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken system still supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 Nails

  17. Fail96,988 miles (+4,198)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,988 miles
    Test number
    340649063593
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken system still supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 Nails

  18. Pass92,790 miles (+5,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,790 miles
    Test number
    296776588716
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass87,521 miles (+6,778)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,521 miles
    Test number
    505256274211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,743 miles (+7,172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,743 miles
    Test number
    165287963229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,571 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    369703992248
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass73,571 miles (+7,963)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    766573892298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,608 miles (+12,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,608 miles
    Test number
    795202991260
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass53,082 miles (+8,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,082 miles
    Test number
    854664990245
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass44,598 miles (+7,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    44,598 miles
    Test number
    142323940019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass36,702 miles (+4,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,702 miles
    Test number
    594857449029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass32,467 miles (+7,962)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,467 miles
    Test number
    242640458029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,505 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,505 miles
    Test number
    981154266280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail23,920 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,920 miles
    Test number
    970101946278
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LD53 FOV

Does LD53 FOV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 FOV is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FOV?
The MOT on LD53 FOV is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 FOV done?
LD53 FOV was recorded at 131,274 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 5,406 miles a year.
Has LD53 FOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FOV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 FOV 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 FOV find?
LD53 FOV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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