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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 TEUMOT history

LD53 TEU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LD53 TEU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
91,478 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TEU
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
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TEU was last recorded at 91,478 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 4,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,277 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,201 miles
Average per year
3,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,478 miles
  • 2025 – 87,277 miles
  • 2024 – 86,342 miles
  • 2023 – 84,155 miles
  • 2022 – 81,458 miles
  • 2021 – 80,308 miles
  • 2020 – 79,372 miles
  • 2019 – 77,539 miles
  • 2018 – 74,330 miles
  • 2017 – 70,392 miles
  • 2016 – 66,870 miles
  • 2015 – 62,374 miles
  • 2014 – 56,886 miles
  • 2013 – 52,153 miles
  • 2012 – 47,329 miles
  • 2011 – 43,532 miles
  • 2010 – 38,033 miles
  • 2009 – 33,298 miles
  • 2008 – 29,901 miles
  • 2007 – 26,562 miles
  • 2006 – 22,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,478 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,478 miles (+4,201)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    91,478 miles
    Test number
    428050235517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,277 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    87,277 miles
    Test number
    332365554512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail87,277 miles (+935)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,277 miles
    Test number
    192155523328
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass86,342 miles (+2,187)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    86,342 miles
    Test number
    849851273124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,155 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    84,155 miles
    Test number
    730875895675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,458 miles
    Test number
    105139573123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,457 miles (+1,149)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,457 miles
    Test number
    457938868187
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,308 miles (+936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,308 miles
    Test number
    344289567105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass79,372 miles (+1,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,372 miles
    Test number
    545148075986
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs very rusted
    • AdvisoryReverse lights N/W

  10. Pass77,539 miles (+3,209)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,539 miles
    Test number
    958292513813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,330 miles (+3,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    74,330 miles
    Test number
    490744392091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass70,392 miles (+3,522)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,392 miles
    Test number
    351772463413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass66,870 miles (+4,496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,870 miles
    Test number
    323345029243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass62,374 miles (+5,488)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    62,374 miles
    Test number
    508464061611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,886 miles (+4,733)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,886 miles
    Test number
    537841304348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,153 miles (+4,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,153 miles
    Test number
    635908893278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass47,329 miles (+3,797)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,329 miles
    Test number
    379341692459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass43,532 miles (+5,499)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,532 miles
    Test number
    206507991265
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch cover damaged

  19. Pass38,033 miles (+4,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    38,033 miles
    Test number
    630369780206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass33,298 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    33,298 miles
    Test number
    573200099229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,901 miles (+3,339)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,901 miles
    Test number
    272869498236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,562 miles (+4,029)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,562 miles
    Test number
    932421997239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,533 miles
    Test number
    112241066278
    • 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)

  24. Fail22,533 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,533 miles
    Test number
    964501966202
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • 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)

Questions about LD53 TEU

Does LD53 TEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 TEU is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TEU?
The MOT on LD53 TEU is valid until 27 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 TEU done?
LD53 TEU was recorded at 91,478 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 3,435 miles a year.
Has LD53 TEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TEU has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 TEU 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 TEU find?
LD53 TEU passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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