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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL53 AMOMOT history

LL53 AMO is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LL53 AMO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
68,863 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 AMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 AMO was last recorded at 68,863 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,368 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,495 miles
Average per year
2,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,863 miles
  • 2024 – 67,368 miles
  • 2023 – 65,436 miles
  • 2022 – 61,815 miles
  • 2021 – 59,816 miles
  • 2020 – 57,864 miles
  • 2019 – 56,266 miles
  • 2018 – 55,069 miles
  • 2017 – 53,368 miles
  • 2016 – 51,040 miles
  • 2015 – 47,861 miles
  • 2014 – 44,607 miles
  • 2013 – 41,243 miles
  • 2012 – 38,260 miles
  • 2011 – 36,091 miles
  • 2010 – 32,880 miles
  • 2009 – 31,605 miles
  • 2008 – 28,793 miles
  • 2007 – 24,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,863 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,863 miles (+1,495)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    68,863 miles
    Test number
    962136080485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,368 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    67,368 miles
    Test number
    440214692831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail67,367 miles (+1,931)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,367 miles
    Test number
    595770663965
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  4. Pass65,436 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,436 miles
    Test number
    541323713887
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail65,436 miles (+3,621)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,436 miles
    Test number
    399677992016
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass61,815 miles (+1,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,815 miles
    Test number
    128451620272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass59,816 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,816 miles
    Test number
    354660838065
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail59,816 miles (+1,952)2 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,816 miles
    Test number
    362355713250
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass57,864 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,864 miles
    Test number
    509661625442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,266 miles (+1,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,266 miles
    Test number
    441943136144
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass55,069 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,069 miles
    Test number
    639907193645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,368 miles (+2,328)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,368 miles
    Test number
    929726890226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,040 miles
    Test number
    771099064650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,040 miles (+3,179)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,040 miles
    Test number
    565229710016
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  15. Pass47,861 miles (+3,254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,861 miles
    Test number
    663337716866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  16. Pass44,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,607 miles
    Test number
    779459474253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,607 miles (+3,364)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,607 miles
    Test number
    126509774285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass41,243 miles (+2,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,243 miles
    Test number
    887038183228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass38,260 miles (+2,169)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,260 miles
    Test number
    595865882244
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  20. Pass36,091 miles (+3,211)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    36,091 miles
    Test number
    429226971224
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
  21. Pass32,880 miles (+1,275)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    32,880 miles
    Test number
    872947470220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  22. Pass31,605 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,605 miles
    Test number
    282433349316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,793 miles (+4,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,793 miles
    Test number
    153936148327
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn low advise new soon
  24. Pass24,199 miles (+4,769)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,199 miles
    Test number
    842161257332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    19,430 miles
    Test number
    741670047033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 AMO

Does LL53 AMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 AMO is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 AMO?
The MOT on LL53 AMO is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 AMO done?
LL53 AMO was recorded at 68,863 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 2,633 miles a year.
Has LL53 AMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 AMO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LL53 AMO 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 AMO find?
LL53 AMO passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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