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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

LL53 ESGMOT history

LL53 ESG is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 124,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

LL53 ESG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
124,394 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 ESG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 ESG was last recorded at 124,394 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,260 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
134 miles
Average per year
5,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,394 miles
  • 2025 – 121,733 miles
  • 2024 – 118,043 miles
  • 2023 – 112,330 miles
  • 2022 – 105,899 miles
  • 2021 – 97,615 miles
  • 2020 – 93,552 miles
  • 2016 – 92,543 miles
  • 2015 – 90,165 miles
  • 2014 – 79,236 miles
  • 2013 – 70,964 miles
  • 2011 – 60,165 miles
  • 2010 – 48,516 miles
  • 2009 – 35,602 miles
  • 2008 – 19,178 miles
  • 2007 – 13,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,394 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,394 miles (+134)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    124,394 miles
    Test number
    843733809849
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail124,260 miles (+2,527)1 dangerous8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,260 miles
    Test number
    712925307534
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass121,733 miles (+30)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    121,733 miles
    Test number
    509745856111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail121,703 miles (+3,660)1 dangerous12 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,703 miles
    Test number
    962459925485
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass118,043 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,043 miles
    Test number
    513385364215
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail118,039 miles (+5,709)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,039 miles
    Test number
    999158812004
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass112,330 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,330 miles
    Test number
    693772249647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail112,270 miles (+6,371)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,270 miles
    Test number
    450368873884
    • DangerousOffside Front Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,899 miles
    Test number
    974296738869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,898 miles (+31)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,898 miles
    Test number
    997198729706
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Fail105,867 miles (+8,252)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,867 miles
    Test number
    897068723396
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front pipe bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box to centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes

  12. Pass97,615 miles (+4,063)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,615 miles
    Test number
    532951678505
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass93,552 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,552 miles
    Test number
    413031212489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,543 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    92,543 miles
    Test number
    327153373299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail92,541 miles (+2,376)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,541 miles
    Test number
    662922628919
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSeat belt insecurely fixed to the seat centre (5.2.1a)

  16. Pass90,165 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    90,165 miles
    Test number
    796828635040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  17. Fail90,164 miles (+10,928)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,164 miles
    Test number
    626798835082
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  18. Pass79,236 miles (+8,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    79,236 miles
    Test number
    847350834039
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass70,964 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,964 miles
    Test number
    466456533066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,962 miles (+10,797)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,962 miles
    Test number
    335103033081
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass60,165 miles (+11,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,165 miles
    Test number
    969215391221
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass48,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,516 miles
    Test number
    694297910214
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail48,516 miles (+12,914)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,516 miles
    Test number
    802647110290
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass35,602 miles (+16,424)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,602 miles
    Test number
    934852389184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated

  25. Pass19,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,178 miles
    Test number
    851866228071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail19,175 miles (+5,930)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,175 miles
    Test number
    302636328076
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass13,245 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,245 miles
    Test number
    972734927075
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LL53 ESG

Does LL53 ESG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 ESG is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 ESG?
The MOT on LL53 ESG is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 ESG done?
LL53 ESG was recorded at 124,394 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 5,719 miles a year.
Has LL53 ESG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 ESG has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 ESG 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 ESG find?
LL53 ESG passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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