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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LL53 AKOMOT history

LL53 AKO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2023.

LL53 AKO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
184,856 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 AKO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 AKO was last recorded at 184,856 miles on 17 Jan 2023, 8,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,871 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8,985 miles
Average per year
9,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 184,856 miles
  • 2022 – 175,871 miles
  • 2021 – 167,235 miles
  • 2020 – 158,690 miles
  • 2018 – 143,082 miles
  • 2017 – 127,416 miles
  • 2016 – 112,737 miles
  • 2015 – 101,831 miles
  • 2014 – 87,992 miles
  • 2013 – 80,881 miles
  • 2012 – 73,205 miles
  • 2011 – 64,859 miles
  • 2010 – 58,239 miles
  • 2009 – 52,967 miles
  • 2008 – 47,331 miles
  • 2007 – 35,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,856 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre connection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Silencer cover corroded/loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,856 miles (+8,985)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    184,856 miles
    Test number
    416164810863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass175,871 miles (+8,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    175,871 miles
    Test number
    752773330139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass167,235 miles (+16)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    167,235 miles
    Test number
    355031743083
    • MinorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre connection (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySilencer cover corroded/loose
  4. Fail167,219 miles (+8,529)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,219 miles
    Test number
    955654562566
    • MajorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre connection (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySilencer cover corroded/loose
  5. Pass158,690 miles (+23)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,690 miles
    Test number
    225278395911
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Fail158,667 miles (+15,585)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,667 miles
    Test number
    954712572053
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass143,082 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    143,082 miles
    Test number
    809995998484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail142,833 miles (+15,417)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,833 miles
    Test number
    677734314415
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass127,416 miles (+14,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    127,416 miles
    Test number
    758650214745
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  10. Pass112,737 miles (+10,906)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    112,737 miles
    Test number
    384153905310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,831 miles (+4,829)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    101,831 miles
    Test number
    861107054837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,002 miles (+9,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    658932365058
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  13. Pass87,992 miles (+7,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,992 miles
    Test number
    517631374032
    • 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)
  14. Pass80,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    80,881 miles
    Test number
    388717073051
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
  15. Fail80,881 miles (+7,676)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,881 miles
    Test number
    999587373055
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
  16. Pass73,205 miles (+8,346)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,205 miles
    Test number
    538855672032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  17. Pass64,859 miles (+6,620)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,859 miles
    Test number
    385218261079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  18. Pass58,239 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,239 miles
    Test number
    110386670473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,967 miles (+5,636)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,967 miles
    Test number
    444108779095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,331 miles (+11,869)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,331 miles
    Test number
    201188378059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,462 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,462 miles
    Test number
    940598377059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,940 miles
    Test number
    304497517044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 AKO

Does LL53 AKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 AKO expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 AKO?
The MOT on LL53 AKO expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 AKO done?
LL53 AKO was recorded at 184,856 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2023, an average of 9,370 miles a year.
Has LL53 AKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 AKO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LL53 AKO 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 LL53 AKO find?
LL53 AKO passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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