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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD53 WDRMOT history

LD53 WDR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 96,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LD53 WDR silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
96,848 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WDR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WDR was last recorded at 96,848 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,848 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,848 miles
  • 2025 – 91,730 miles
  • 2024 – 85,751 miles
  • 2023 – 79,566 miles
  • 2022 – 74,799 miles
  • 2020 – 73,277 miles
  • 2019 – 71,153 miles
  • 2018 – 68,828 miles
  • 2017 – 66,656 miles
  • 2016 – 63,249 miles
  • 2015 – 61,793 miles
  • 2014 – 57,198 miles
  • 2013 – 52,186 miles
  • 2012 – 45,427 miles
  • 2011 – 40,116 miles
  • 2010 – 34,933 miles
  • 2009 – 25,534 miles
  • 2008 – 16,951 miles
  • 2007 – 9,997 miles
  • 2006 – 7,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,848 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,848 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    96,848 miles
    Test number
    505155729306
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Fail96,848 miles (+5,118)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,848 miles
    Test number
    292202521694
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass91,730 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    91,730 miles
    Test number
    448515844492
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail91,730 miles (+5,979)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,730 miles
    Test number
    739318035311
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass85,751 miles (+6,185)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,751 miles
    Test number
    285993553414
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass79,566 miles (+4,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,566 miles
    Test number
    191164276407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass74,799 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,799 miles
    Test number
    507364469473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail74,794 miles (+1,517)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    991016164799
    • MajorFuel system component leaking offside under vehicle (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,277 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    612536576223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,153 miles
    Test number
    161467372638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,153 miles (+2,325)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,153 miles
    Test number
    930407821392
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass68,828 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,828 miles
    Test number
    269400108859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,656 miles (+3,407)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,656 miles
    Test number
    337891364613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,249 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,249 miles
    Test number
    586233044797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,793 miles (+4,595)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,793 miles
    Test number
    133956446359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,198 miles (+5,012)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,198 miles
    Test number
    358022874443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,186 miles (+6,759)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,186 miles
    Test number
    709106463217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,427 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,427 miles
    Test number
    105983072238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,116 miles (+5,183)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,116 miles
    Test number
    836532361214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,933 miles
    Test number
    240437960218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,933 miles (+9,399)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,933 miles
    Test number
    524537060211
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

  22. Pass25,534 miles (+8,583)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,534 miles
    Test number
    904109479221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,951 miles (+6,954)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,951 miles
    Test number
    514697888213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,997 miles (+2,334)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    9,997 miles
    Test number
    234573587235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass7,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    7,663 miles
    Test number
    611239856209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WDR

Does LD53 WDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 WDR is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WDR?
The MOT on LD53 WDR is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 WDR done?
LD53 WDR was recorded at 96,848 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 4,613 miles a year.
Has LD53 WDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WDR has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 WDR 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 WDR find?
LD53 WDR passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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