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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LE53 DODMOT history

LE53 DOD is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LE53 DOD white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,552 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 DOD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 DOD was last recorded at 98,552 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 8,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,467 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,085 miles
Average per year
8,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,552 miles
  • 2024 – 90,467 miles
  • 2023 – 83,085 miles
  • 2022 – 76,847 miles
  • 2021 – 67,863 miles
  • 2020 – 66,825 miles
  • 2019 – 56,870 miles
  • 2018 – 47,655 miles
  • 2017 – 38,802 miles
  • 2016 – 26,659 miles
  • 2015 – 17,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,552 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Slight play in ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc has been over heated by brake binding.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 11 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,552 miles (+8,085)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,552 miles
    Test number
    645900681647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,467 miles (+7,382)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,467 miles
    Test number
    747478591798
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass83,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    83,085 miles
    Test number
    439579654475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre slight perish

  4. Fail83,085 miles (+6,238)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,085 miles
    Test number
    750062992097
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre slight perish

  5. Pass76,847 miles (+79)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,847 miles
    Test number
    863402126534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Slight play in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc has been over heated by brake binding. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail76,768 miles (+8,905)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,768 miles
    Test number
    258928489025
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure Exhaust clamp excessively corroded and insecure at joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Slight play in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc has been over heated by brake binding. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,863 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,863 miles
    Test number
    181340403042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,825 miles (+9,955)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,825 miles
    Test number
    903646639754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,870 miles (+9,215)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,870 miles
    Test number
    785323265038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,655 miles (+8,853)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,655 miles
    Test number
    351837326802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,802 miles (+12,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,802 miles
    Test number
    969095089724
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre out of shape on outside shoulder

  12. Pass26,659 miles (+9,110)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    26,659 miles
    Test number
    814813083608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    17,549 miles
    Test number
    577441572077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE53 DOD

Does LE53 DOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE53 DOD is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE53 DOD?
The MOT on LE53 DOD is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE53 DOD done?
LE53 DOD was recorded at 98,552 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 8,113 miles a year.
Has LE53 DOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 DOD has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LE53 DOD 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 LE53 DOD find?
LE53 DOD passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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