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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LD53 LFEMOT history

LD53 LFE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 98,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2024.

LD53 LFE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
98,646 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LFE
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
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 LFE was last recorded at 98,646 miles on 30 Sept 2024, 1,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,578 miles · 27 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,068 miles
Average per year
4,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,646 miles
  • 2023 – 97,578 miles
  • 2022 – 95,992 miles
  • 2021 – 91,668 miles
  • 2020 – 88,888 miles
  • 2018 – 81,120 miles
  • 2017 – 78,383 miles
  • 2016 – 74,834 miles
  • 2015 – 69,698 miles
  • 2014 – 66,282 miles
  • 2013 – 61,020 miles
  • 2012 – 55,768 miles
  • 2010 – 48,968 miles
  • 2009 – 43,474 miles
  • 2008 – 36,963 miles
  • 2007 – 31,051 miles
  • 2006 – 23,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,646 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,646 miles (+1,068)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,646 miles
    Test number
    919950944569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,578 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,578 miles
    Test number
    424303872306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail97,578 miles (+1,586)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,578 miles
    Test number
    209856552093
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,992 miles (+4,324)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,992 miles
    Test number
    246662576819
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass91,668 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,668 miles
    Test number
    586225850160
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail91,668 miles (+2,780)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,668 miles
    Test number
    706365531985
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge of tread 195/65r1591v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,888 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,888 miles
    Test number
    796989503288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks around both side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks around outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail88,888 miles (+7,768)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,888 miles
    Test number
    170305808280
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working Replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks around both side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks around outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass81,120 miles (+2,737)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,120 miles
    Test number
    541820205809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,383 miles (+3,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,383 miles
    Test number
    170363814337
    • AdvisoryALL ROUND DISCS SLIGHTLY CORRODED

  11. Pass74,834 miles (+5,136)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,834 miles
    Test number
    790822240725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,698 miles (+3,416)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,698 miles
    Test number
    748963665079
    • NoteFront brakes near limit

  13. Pass66,282 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,282 miles
    Test number
    646000984072
    • NoteFront brakes worn

  14. Fail66,281 miles (+5,261)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,281 miles
    Test number
    905499474021
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  15. Pass61,020 miles (+5,252)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,020 miles
    Test number
    928240433061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,768 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    55,768 miles
    Test number
    175989712003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,968 miles
    Test number
    243634890230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,968 miles (+5,494)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,968 miles
    Test number
    602494190256
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass43,474 miles (+6,511)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,474 miles
    Test number
    844826699228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,963 miles (+5,912)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,963 miles
    Test number
    990029438217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,051 miles (+7,237)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,051 miles
    Test number
    784690367251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,814 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,814 miles
    Test number
    890655956287
    • NoteO/S FRONT TYRE IS WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGE.

Questions about LD53 LFE

Does LD53 LFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 LFE expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LFE?
The MOT on LD53 LFE expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 LFE done?
LD53 LFE was recorded at 98,646 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2024, an average of 4,146 miles a year.
Has LD53 LFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LFE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 LFE 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 LFE find?
LD53 LFE passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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