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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 JVNMOT history

LD53 JVN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 158,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

LD53 JVN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,913 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 JVN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 JVN was last recorded at 158,913 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 5,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,507 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,406 miles
Average per year
6,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,913 miles
  • 2025 – 153,507 miles
  • 2024 – 148,497 miles
  • 2023 – 139,392 miles
  • 2022 – 122,190 miles
  • 2021 – 102,969 miles
  • 2020 – 89,923 miles
  • 2019 – 82,335 miles
  • 2017 – 80,324 miles
  • 2016 – 76,605 miles
  • 2015 – 70,901 miles
  • 2014 – 64,938 miles
  • 2013 – 59,224 miles
  • 2012 – 53,903 miles
  • 2011 – 49,407 miles
  • 2010 – 43,875 miles
  • 2009 – 37,214 miles
  • 2008 – 31,727 miles
  • 2007 – 25,685 miles
  • 2006 – 19,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,913 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre over 10 years old
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,913 miles (+5,406)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,913 miles
    Test number
    521367084385
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass153,507 miles (+5,010)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    153,507 miles
    Test number
    701185774813
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre 14 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Legal limit just met, very strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass148,497 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    148,497 miles
    Test number
    624979379576
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail148,497 miles (+9,105)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,497 miles
    Test number
    684869618929
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment loose and insecure (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass139,392 miles (+17,202)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    139,392 miles
    Test number
    499405400452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,190 miles (+6)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    122,190 miles
    Test number
    484460205791
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail122,184 miles (+19,215)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,184 miles
    Test number
    248035886163
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass102,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,969 miles
    Test number
    509670335860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,969 miles (+13,046)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,969 miles
    Test number
    186183654679
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass89,923 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,923 miles
    Test number
    728589976429
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front too rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail89,859 miles (+7,524)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,859 miles
    Test number
    162551570008
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front too rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass82,335 miles (+2,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    434350730313
    • 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))

  13. Pass80,324 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,324 miles
    Test number
    990204969714
    • 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)

  14. Fail80,315 miles (+3,710)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,315 miles
    Test number
    778021874233
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • 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)

  15. Pass76,605 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,605 miles
    Test number
    807923714788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail76,599 miles (+5,698)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,599 miles
    Test number
    609788130251
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass70,901 miles (+5,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,901 miles
    Test number
    376604605454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass64,938 miles (+5,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    64,938 miles
    Test number
    407803204219
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass59,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,224 miles
    Test number
    117464203295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,224 miles (+5,321)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,224 miles
    Test number
    685514003255
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass53,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,903 miles
    Test number
    706380502298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail53,903 miles (+4,496)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,903 miles
    Test number
    629140302274
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass49,407 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,407 miles
    Test number
    299402991108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,875 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,875 miles
    Test number
    294656290465
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

  25. Pass43,875 miles (+6,661)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,875 miles
    Test number
    300596290136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,214 miles (+5,487)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    37,214 miles
    Test number
    303854499171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,727 miles (+6,042)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,727 miles
    Test number
    713720328267
    • NoteExhaust system slightly noisey
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread depth low

  28. Pass25,685 miles (+6,112)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,685 miles
    Test number
    310714167468
    • NoteN/s/r tyree tread depth low (2mm)

  29. Pass19,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,573 miles
    Test number
    351728366241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 JVN

Does LD53 JVN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 JVN is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 JVN?
The MOT on LD53 JVN is valid until 15 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 JVN done?
LD53 JVN was recorded at 158,913 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 6,988 miles a year.
Has LD53 JVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 JVN has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 JVN 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 JVN find?
LD53 JVN passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front tyre over 10 years old; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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