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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL53 AOWMOT history

LL53 AOW is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

LL53 AOW red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
137,442 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 AOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 AOW was last recorded at 137,442 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 4,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,850 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,592 miles
Average per year
6,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,442 miles
  • 2024 – 132,850 miles
  • 2023 – 130,472 miles
  • 2022 – 126,583 miles
  • 2021 – 123,032 miles
  • 2020 – 120,520 miles
  • 2019 – 117,611 miles
  • 2018 – 114,535 miles
  • 2017 – 109,821 miles
  • 2015 – 85,701 miles
  • 2014 – 68,873 miles
  • 2013 – 58,747 miles
  • 2012 – 49,373 miles
  • 2011 – 43,964 miles
  • 2010 – 38,420 miles
  • 2009 – 32,982 miles
  • 2008 – 26,231 miles
  • 2007 – 18,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,442 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm........1956515

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,442 miles (+4,592)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    137,442 miles
    Test number
    931211877902
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass132,850 miles (+2,378)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    132,850 miles
    Test number
    144563010941
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,472 miles (+3,889)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    130,472 miles
    Test number
    255826574239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,583 miles
    Test number
    346910719974
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail126,583 miles (+3,551)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,583 miles
    Test number
    796994704537
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass123,032 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    123,032 miles
    Test number
    540646530380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass120,520 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,520 miles
    Test number
    818913258337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm........1956515 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail120,520 miles (+2,909)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,520 miles
    Test number
    512279504515
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm........1956515 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass117,611 miles (+3,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,611 miles
    Test number
    398586258154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  10. Pass114,535 miles (+4,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,535 miles
    Test number
    667430438731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust support detatched
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  11. Pass109,821 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    109,821 miles
    Test number
    903800969352
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal rear of engine below abs pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Fail109,821 miles (+12,713)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,821 miles
    Test number
    662647697786
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal rear of engine below abs pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass97,108 miles (+11,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    97,108 miles
    Test number
    736064848718
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Pass85,701 miles (+4,490)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    85,701 miles
    Test number
    976255359388
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass81,211 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,211 miles
    Test number
    999619705023
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low/discs corroded

  16. Fail81,211 miles (+12,338)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,211 miles
    Test number
    286369905039
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low/discs corroded

  17. Pass68,873 miles (+10,126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,873 miles
    Test number
    608378504025
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are slightly worn uneven on the inner edges.

  18. Pass58,747 miles (+9,374)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,747 miles
    Test number
    198592323035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,373 miles (+5,409)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    49,373 miles
    Test number
    818603622060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,964 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,964 miles
    Test number
    219055821067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,420 miles (+5,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,420 miles
    Test number
    200850420025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass32,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,982 miles
    Test number
    202142109045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,982 miles (+6,751)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,982 miles
    Test number
    484272109025
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass26,231 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,231 miles
    Test number
    240000518057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,957 miles
    Test number
    660454307047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 AOW

Does LL53 AOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 AOW is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 AOW?
The MOT on LL53 AOW is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 AOW done?
LL53 AOW was recorded at 137,442 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 6,241 miles a year.
Has LL53 AOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 AOW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 AOW 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 AOW find?
LL53 AOW passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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