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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD53 YCMMOT history

LD53 YCM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 212,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2022.

LD53 YCM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
212,201 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 YCM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 YCM was last recorded at 212,201 miles on 19 Aug 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,198 miles · 18 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 212,201 miles
  • 2021 – 204,468 miles
  • 2020 – 195,655 miles
  • 2019 – 188,638 miles
  • 2018 – 180,843 miles
  • 2017 – 162,436 miles
  • 2016 – 153,335 miles
  • 2015 – 142,741 miles
  • 2014 – 133,955 miles
  • 2013 – 124,144 miles
  • 2011 – 114,276 miles
  • 2010 – 105,701 miles
  • 2009 – 96,016 miles
  • 2008 – 92,150 miles
  • 2007 – 87,883 miles
  • 2006 – 76,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,201 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Rears slightly weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,201 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    212,201 miles
    Test number
    262433258335
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail212,198 miles (+7,730)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,198 miles
    Test number
    910274719563
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass204,468 miles (+6)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    204,468 miles
    Test number
    352736629566
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Rears slightly weak (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Fail204,462 miles (+8,807)1 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,462 miles
    Test number
    466873863443
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Rears slightly weak (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Pass195,655 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    195,655 miles
    Test number
    622450483992
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail195,647 miles (+7,009)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,647 miles
    Test number
    810587229079
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass188,638 miles (+7,795)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    188,638 miles
    Test number
    237928998876
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass180,843 miles (+18,407)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    180,843 miles
    Test number
    773284036318
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass162,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    162,436 miles
    Test number
    769055079039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail162,436 miles (+9,101)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,436 miles
    Test number
    269748516176
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass153,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,335 miles
    Test number
    679856081642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail153,335 miles (+10,594)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,335 miles
    Test number
    695217345204
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass142,741 miles (+8,786)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    142,741 miles
    Test number
    326836465131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail133,955 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,955 miles
    Test number
    355175904205
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass133,955 miles (+9,811)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    133,955 miles
    Test number
    786805104234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,144 miles (+3,678)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    124,144 miles
    Test number
    509460903226
    • NoteDrivers door mirror glass cracked
    • NoteRear bump stops broken

  17. Pass120,466 miles (+6,190)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    120,466 miles
    Test number
    255352333021
    • NoteRear bump stops broken
    • NoteWiper blades starting to deteriorate

  18. Pass114,276 miles (+8,575)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    114,276 miles
    Test number
    718725001302
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops broken

  19. Pass105,701 miles (+9,685)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    105,701 miles
    Test number
    974049190223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,016 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    96,016 miles
    Test number
    600062409355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass92,150 miles (+4,267)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    92,150 miles
    Test number
    131564708373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass87,883 miles (+51)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    87,883 miles
    Test number
    433933317420
    • NoteCracking along o/s/rtyre tyread
    • NoteN/s mirror glass smashed

  23. Pass87,832 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    87,832 miles
    Test number
    773631987290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,936 miles (+9,492)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    85,936 miles
    Test number
    200190687470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,444 miles
    Test number
    541209476161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 YCM

Does LD53 YCM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 YCM expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 YCM?
The MOT on LD53 YCM 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 YCM done?
LD53 YCM was recorded at 212,201 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2022, an average of 8,410 miles a year.
Has LD53 YCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 YCM has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 YCM 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 YCM find?
LD53 YCM passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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