Volkswagen Golf
Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc
LL53 DWNMOT history
LL53 DWN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,558 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 6 Oct 2026
- Mileage
- 118,558 mi
- At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 19 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 4,060 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LL53 DWN
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 21 Jan 2004
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Oct 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
LL53 DWN was last recorded at 118,558 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 9,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 109,016 miles · 7 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 9,542 miles
- Average per year
- 4,060 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 118,558 miles
- 2025 – 109,016 miles
- 2024 – 104,490 miles
- 2023 – 101,367 miles
- 2022 – 98,644 miles
- 2021 – 95,625 miles
- 2020 – 91,881 miles
- 2019 – 86,406 miles
- 2018 – 80,383 miles
- 2017 – 75,547 miles
- 2016 – 72,990 miles
- 2015 – 71,495 miles
- 2013 – 67,731 miles
- 2012 – 63,586 miles
- 2011 – 58,636 miles
- 2010 – 54,814 miles
- 2009 – 51,659 miles
- 2008 – 47,215 miles
- 2007 – 42,321 miles
- 2006 – 37,472 miles
What the latest MOT found
Fail118,558 miles
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed unable to maintain engine speed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))
- MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear upper light holed (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside 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 stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
25 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail118,558 miles (+9,542)7 major2 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,558 miles
- Test number
- 253697665997
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed unable to maintain engine speed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))
- MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear upper light holed (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside 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 stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass109,016 miles (+2)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 109,016 miles
- Test number
- 436023410382
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail109,014 miles (+4,524)7 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,014 miles
- Test number
- 955209241463
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass104,490 miles (+3,123)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 104,490 miles
- Test number
- 488740422962
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass101,367 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 101,367 miles
- Test number
- 203248489938
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail101,363 miles (+2,719)5 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,363 miles
- Test number
- 959964153991
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass98,644 miles (+3,019)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 98,644 miles
- Test number
- 498585733808
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass95,625 miles (+3,744)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 95,625 miles
- Test number
- 303568773031
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass91,881 miles (+5,475)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 91,881 miles
- Test number
- 654916562387
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,406 miles (+6,023)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 86,406 miles
- Test number
- 492457725632
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Minor, from rocker cover gasket area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both, slightly (1.1.11 (c))
Pass80,383 miles (+4,836)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 80,383 miles
- Test number
- 159474153003
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,547 miles (+2,557)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 75,547 miles
- Test number
- 143561352008
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,990 miles (+1,495)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 72,990 miles
- Test number
- 526314195105
- 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass71,495 miles (+3,764)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 71,495 miles
- Test number
- 407150175026
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass67,731 miles (+4,145)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 67,731 miles
- Test number
- 179992883206
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass63,586 miles (+4,950)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 63,586 miles
- Test number
- 826553982220
- NoteCoolant leak
Pass58,636 miles (+3,822)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 58,636 miles
- Test number
- 756976081296
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail54,814 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,814 miles
- Test number
- 253707070203
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteN/s/r tyre cracking
Pass54,814 miles (+3,155)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 54,814 miles
- Test number
- 463827970248
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteN/s/r tyre cracking
Pass51,659 miles (+4,444)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 51,659 miles
- Test number
- 230477689282
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,215 miles (+4,894)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 47,215 miles
- Test number
- 731106568236
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail42,321 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,321 miles
- Test number
- 213294177259
- Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Pass42,321 miles (+4,849)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 42,321 miles
- Test number
- 841944577247
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,472 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 37,472 miles
- Test number
- 340246986477
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail37,472 miles2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,472 miles
- Test number
- 382296086460
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about LL53 DWN
- Does LL53 DWN currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LL53 DWN expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LL53 DWN?
- The MOT on LL53 DWN expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LL53 DWN done?
- LL53 DWN was recorded at 118,558 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 4,060 miles a year.
- Has LL53 DWN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LL53 DWN has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
- Has the mileage on LL53 DWN 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 DWN find?
- LL53 DWN failed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; emissions unable to be completed unable to maintain engine speed; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front pipe, and 17 more.
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