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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD53 JVMMOT history

LD53 JVM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 203,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

LD53 JVM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2023
Mileage
203,140 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 JVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 JVM was last recorded at 203,140 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,140 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 203,140 miles
  • 2021 – 198,430 miles
  • 2020 – 191,923 miles
  • 2019 – 178,945 miles
  • 2017 – 153,058 miles
  • 2016 – 135,278 miles
  • 2015 – 120,527 miles
  • 2014 – 115,897 miles
  • 2013 – 111,827 miles
  • 2012 – 106,673 miles
  • 2011 – 102,503 miles
  • 2010 – 96,104 miles
  • 2009 – 80,128 miles
  • 2007 – 57,597 miles
  • 2006 – 46,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,140 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant cap missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration on first rev (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryGlowplug light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeatsheildRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Underbody covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,140 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    203,140 miles
    Test number
    476194588305
    • AdvisoryCoolant cap missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration on first rev (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryGlowplug light on
    • AdvisoryHeatsheild
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail203,140 miles (+4,710)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,140 miles
    Test number
    805187750492
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant cap missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration on first rev (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryGlowplug light on
    • AdvisoryHeatsheild
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass198,430 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    198,430 miles
    Test number
    596343834625
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre and back box corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

  4. Fail198,430 miles (+6,507)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,430 miles
    Test number
    631025169166
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre and back box corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

  5. Pass191,923 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    191,923 miles
    Test number
    455383942926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  6. Fail191,923 miles (+12,978)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,923 miles
    Test number
    354691775164
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear Glass missing (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  7. Pass178,945 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    178,945 miles
    Test number
    873182770340
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail178,945 miles (+25,887)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,945 miles
    Test number
    660291893138
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass153,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    153,058 miles
    Test number
    367508879850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail153,058 miles (+17,780)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,058 miles
    Test number
    646824562380
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass135,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    135,278 miles
    Test number
    401726367194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,278 miles (+14,751)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,278 miles
    Test number
    854119364577
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle outer (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass120,527 miles (+4,630)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    120,527 miles
    Test number
    466144845286
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • NoteSlight play in rear radius bushes

  14. Pass115,897 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    115,897 miles
    Test number
    116317024269
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail115,897 miles (+4,070)2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,897 miles
    Test number
    358467424458
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass111,827 miles (+5,154)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    111,827 miles
    Test number
    728413353255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass106,673 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    106,673 miles
    Test number
    377043562216
    • NoteBoth front, rear suspension arm bushes slighly perished

  18. Fail106,673 miles (+4,170)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,673 miles
    Test number
    627193662266
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front, rear suspension arm bushes slighly perished

  19. Pass102,503 miles (+6,399)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    102,503 miles
    Test number
    715201751230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,104 miles (+15,976)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    96,104 miles
    Test number
    360395630249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly.

  21. Pass80,128 miles (+22,531)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    80,128 miles
    Test number
    440607929201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,597 miles (+11,358)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,597 miles
    Test number
    392290667228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,239 miles
    Test number
    662678666229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 JVM

Does LD53 JVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 JVM expired on 26 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 JVM?
The MOT on LD53 JVM expired on 26 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 JVM done?
LD53 JVM was recorded at 203,140 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 9,803 miles a year.
Has LD53 JVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 JVM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 JVM 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 JVM find?
LD53 JVM passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 5 advisories: coolant cap missing; exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration on first rev; glowplug light on, and 2 more.

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