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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LD53 SDZMOT history

LD53 SDZ is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 87,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

LD53 SDZ green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
87,387 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 SDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 SDZ was last recorded at 87,387 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 5,631 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,756 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,631 miles
Average per year
4,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,387 miles
  • 2024 – 81,756 miles
  • 2023 – 75,621 miles
  • 2022 – 70,883 miles
  • 2021 – 65,415 miles
  • 2020 – 60,571 miles
  • 2019 – 54,091 miles
  • 2018 – 50,242 miles
  • 2017 – 46,658 miles
  • 2016 – 43,160 miles
  • 2015 – 38,842 miles
  • 2014 – 34,662 miles
  • 2013 – 31,758 miles
  • 2012 – 27,504 miles
  • 2011 – 23,526 miles
  • 2010 – 19,666 miles
  • 2009 – 14,908 miles
  • 2008 – 8,347 miles
  • 2007 – 4,816 miles
  • 2006 – 2,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,387 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,387 miles (+5,631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    87,387 miles
    Test number
    229781234004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass81,756 miles (+6,135)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,756 miles
    Test number
    572971477087
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,621 miles (+4,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    75,621 miles
    Test number
    868570501613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass70,883 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,883 miles
    Test number
    363385639530
    • 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. Fail70,883 miles (+5,468)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,883 miles
    Test number
    203464581467
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  6. Pass65,415 miles (+4,844)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,415 miles
    Test number
    859902803011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,571 miles (+6,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,571 miles
    Test number
    563726850251
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass54,091 miles (+3,849)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,091 miles
    Test number
    820366010774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass50,242 miles (+3,584)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    50,242 miles
    Test number
    609030791904
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass46,658 miles (+3,498)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    46,658 miles
    Test number
    167634409943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,160 miles (+4,318)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    43,160 miles
    Test number
    180182444280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,842 miles (+4,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,842 miles
    Test number
    754410831740
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre mount broken

  13. Pass34,662 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,662 miles
    Test number
    489550784257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,758 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    31,758 miles
    Test number
    215001283240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    27,504 miles
    Test number
    176556872261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,504 miles (+3,978)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,504 miles
    Test number
    247136572294
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass23,526 miles (+3,860)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    23,526 miles
    Test number
    667723181256
    • NoteChild seats fitted in rear of the car not allowing full inspection of adult belt!(both outer belts) centre ok
    • NoteN/s/f inner sill damaged!(underneth)

  18. Pass19,666 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    19,666 miles
    Test number
    390129690274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,908 miles (+6,561)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    14,908 miles
    Test number
    183033679202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,347 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    8,347 miles
    Test number
    363614378467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,816 miles (+1,991)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    4,816 miles
    Test number
    283320397210
    • NoteVERY SLIGHT DAMAGE ON WINDSCREEN IN DRIVERS VIEW

  22. Pass2,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    2,825 miles
    Test number
    263626786231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail2,825 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,825 miles
    Test number
    461806186297
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LD53 SDZ

Does LD53 SDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 SDZ is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 SDZ?
The MOT on LD53 SDZ is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 SDZ done?
LD53 SDZ was recorded at 87,387 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 4,442 miles a year.
Has LD53 SDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 SDZ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 SDZ 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 SDZ find?
LD53 SDZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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