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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 SBVMOT history

LD53 SBV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 167,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2023.

LD53 SBV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
167,870 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2023
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 SBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 SBV was last recorded at 167,870 miles on 9 Aug 2023, 5,943 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,927 miles · 20 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
5,943 miles
Average per year
6,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,870 miles
  • 2022 – 161,927 miles
  • 2021 – 156,588 miles
  • 2019 – 145,168 miles
  • 2018 – 139,410 miles
  • 2017 – 138,176 miles
  • 2012 – 129,035 miles
  • 2010 – 111,808 miles
  • 2009 – 96,663 miles
  • 2008 – 80,162 miles
  • 2007 – 65,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail167,870 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted..

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail167,870 miles (+5,943)2 dangerous5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,870 miles
    Test number
    368071999109
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass161,927 miles (+5,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    161,927 miles
    Test number
    344454307145
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass156,588 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    156,588 miles
    Test number
    869619694693
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted..
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail156,582 miles (+11,414)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,582 miles
    Test number
    772193553556
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted..
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,168 miles (+5,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,168 miles
    Test number
    914051269483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,410 miles
    Test number
    283936489062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail139,410 miles (+1,234)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,410 miles
    Test number
    145899967163
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass138,176 miles (+9,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,176 miles
    Test number
    916144771398
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass129,035 miles (+17,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    129,035 miles
    Test number
    946072532055
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass111,808 miles (+15,145)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    111,808 miles
    Test number
    320660480229
    • NoteADVISE FRONT BRAKE PADS WORN LOW AND BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN LOW ON MARKERS

  11. Pass96,663 miles (+16,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    96,663 miles
    Test number
    413636739215
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass80,162 miles (+15,093)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    80,162 miles
    Test number
    794995648230
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres wearing outer edges,requires wheel alignment

  13. Pass65,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,069 miles
    Test number
    290385297164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 SBV

Does LD53 SBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 SBV expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 SBV?
The MOT on LD53 SBV expired on 19 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 SBV done?
LD53 SBV was recorded at 167,870 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2023, an average of 6,397 miles a year.
Has LD53 SBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 SBV has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 SBV 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 SBV find?
LD53 SBV failed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; rear stop lamp(s) all not working; nearside front macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened, and 13 more.

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