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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 WDTMOT history

LD53 WDT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LD53 WDT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
118,143 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WDT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WDT was last recorded at 118,143 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 5,258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,885 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,258 miles
Average per year
5,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,143 miles
  • 2024 – 112,885 miles
  • 2023 – 107,974 miles
  • 2022 – 102,894 miles
  • 2021 – 96,095 miles
  • 2020 – 89,827 miles
  • 2019 – 84,754 miles
  • 2018 – 79,142 miles
  • 2017 – 73,823 miles
  • 2016 – 66,267 miles
  • 2015 – 58,299 miles
  • 2014 – 52,493 miles
  • 2013 – 47,953 miles
  • 2012 – 44,142 miles
  • 2011 – 40,035 miles
  • 2010 – 35,243 miles
  • 2009 – 30,902 miles
  • 2008 – 25,704 miles
  • 2007 – 20,611 miles
  • 2006 – 15,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,143 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
  • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system deteriatingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust front flexible system worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,143 miles (+5,258)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    118,143 miles
    Test number
    885407578794
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system deteriating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass112,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,885 miles
    Test number
    573739988717
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system deteriating
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail112,885 miles (+4,911)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,885 miles
    Test number
    247699889538
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system deteriating
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass107,974 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,974 miles
    Test number
    992675418579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,894 miles (+6,799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,894 miles
    Test number
    641004540291
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system worn
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass96,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,095 miles
    Test number
    173516253768
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system worn

  7. Fail96,095 miles (+6,268)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,095 miles
    Test number
    942780116327
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system worn

  8. Pass89,827 miles (+5,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,827 miles
    Test number
    393737952479
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system worn

  9. Pass84,754 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,754 miles
    Test number
    743124692446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,142 miles (+5,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,142 miles
    Test number
    774185194840
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system worn

  11. Pass73,823 miles (+7,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,823 miles
    Test number
    598431278047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass66,267 miles (+7,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,267 miles
    Test number
    904096311834
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & n/s/f tyres worn on edges & perishing

  13. Pass58,299 miles (+5,806)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,299 miles
    Test number
    167192093879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,493 miles (+4,540)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,493 miles
    Test number
    435462264226
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket seperated from pipe

  15. Fail47,953 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,953 miles
    Test number
    766246963261
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass47,953 miles (+3,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,953 miles
    Test number
    786376063273
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass44,142 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,142 miles
    Test number
    345978562270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  18. Fail44,142 miles (+4,107)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,142 miles
    Test number
    848608162281
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  19. Pass40,035 miles (+4,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,035 miles
    Test number
    548951371256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass35,243 miles (+4,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,243 miles
    Test number
    863507260247
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass30,902 miles (+5,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,902 miles
    Test number
    942654469278
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass25,704 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,704 miles
    Test number
    703197748293
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSidewall damage n/s rear tyre

  23. Fail25,704 miles (+5,093)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,704 miles
    Test number
    543236548266
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine light on / ? misfire
    • NoteSidewall damage n/s rear tyre

  24. Pass20,611 miles (+5,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,611 miles
    Test number
    211921677286
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass15,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,194 miles
    Test number
    774959666230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WDT

Does LD53 WDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 WDT is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WDT?
The MOT on LD53 WDT is valid until 26 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 WDT done?
LD53 WDT was recorded at 118,143 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 5,382 miles a year.
Has LD53 WDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WDT has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 WDT 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 WDT find?
LD53 WDT passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: both rear tyres perishing; exhaust front flexible system deteriating; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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