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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD53 LXAMOT history

LD53 LXA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 193,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LD53 LXA blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
193,244 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 LXA was last recorded at 193,244 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 7,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,648 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,596 miles
Average per year
7,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,244 miles
  • 2025 – 185,648 miles
  • 2024 – 172,523 miles
  • 2023 – 164,232 miles
  • 2022 – 155,759 miles
  • 2021 – 147,530 miles
  • 2020 – 143,387 miles
  • 2019 – 139,425 miles
  • 2018 – 133,676 miles
  • 2017 – 126,814 miles
  • 2016 – 117,504 miles
  • 2015 – 110,591 miles
  • 2014 – 105,847 miles
  • 2013 – 99,921 miles
  • 2012 – 88,247 miles
  • 2011 – 75,074 miles
  • 2010 – 63,033 miles
  • 2009 – 58,091 miles
  • 2008 – 52,524 miles
  • 2007 – 47,838 miles
  • 2006 – 41,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,244 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    193,244 miles
    Test number
    598712564212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail193,244 miles (+7,596)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,244 miles
    Test number
    937787027488
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

  3. Pass185,648 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    185,648 miles
    Test number
    856812474212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail185,631 miles (+13,108)2 dangerous4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,631 miles
    Test number
    739764699534
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  5. Pass172,523 miles (+8,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    172,523 miles
    Test number
    687906771609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,232 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,232 miles
    Test number
    162241277372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail164,173 miles (+8,414)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,173 miles
    Test number
    665081050096
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass155,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,759 miles
    Test number
    308219620764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail155,755 miles (+8,225)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,755 miles
    Test number
    578417340452
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link 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 Front 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))

  10. Pass147,530 miles (+4,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,530 miles
    Test number
    378298622278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass143,387 miles (+3,962)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,387 miles
    Test number
    981511851867
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  12. Pass139,425 miles (+5,749)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    141155897438
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Aprox 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass133,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,676 miles
    Test number
    821866067264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail133,676 miles (+6,862)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,676 miles
    Test number
    519463971623
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass126,814 miles (+9,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    126,814 miles
    Test number
    702104548315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass117,504 miles (+6,913)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    117,504 miles
    Test number
    695484757063
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass110,591 miles (+4,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    110,591 miles
    Test number
    709859974262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass105,847 miles (+5,926)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,847 miles
    Test number
    939389574270
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  19. Pass99,921 miles (+11,674)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,921 miles
    Test number
    186416973263
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting bracket broken

  20. Pass88,247 miles (+13,173)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    88,247 miles
    Test number
    575225572224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,074 miles (+12,041)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,074 miles
    Test number
    329041271458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,033 miles (+4,942)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,033 miles
    Test number
    311201060480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,091 miles (+5,567)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    58,091 miles
    Test number
    420908679256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,524 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,524 miles
    Test number
    133225478247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,838 miles (+5,989)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,838 miles
    Test number
    562574087226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    41,849 miles
    Test number
    384066976249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 LXA

Does LD53 LXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 LXA is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LXA?
The MOT on LD53 LXA is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 LXA done?
LD53 LXA was recorded at 193,244 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 7,556 miles a year.
Has LD53 LXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LXA has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 LXA 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 LXA find?
LD53 LXA passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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