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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,324 cc

LL53 EXAMOT history

LL53 EXA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

LL53 EXA silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,748 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 EXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 EXA was last recorded at 77,748 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 4,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,348 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,400 miles
Average per year
3,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,748 miles
  • 2025 – 73,348 miles
  • 2023 – 70,328 miles
  • 2022 – 65,969 miles
  • 2021 – 61,591 miles
  • 2020 – 59,796 miles
  • 2019 – 59,481 miles
  • 2018 – 57,324 miles
  • 2017 – 55,585 miles
  • 2016 – 54,420 miles
  • 2015 – 51,777 miles
  • 2014 – 49,381 miles
  • 2013 – 46,078 miles
  • 2012 – 43,001 miles
  • 2011 – 39,743 miles
  • 2010 – 34,803 miles
  • 2009 – 28,094 miles
  • 2008 – 20,757 miles
  • 2007 – 13,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,748 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,748 miles (+4,400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,748 miles
    Test number
    349076283635
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    73,348 miles
    Test number
    811352491532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,348 miles (+3,020)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,348 miles
    Test number
    841501922314
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,328 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,328 miles
    Test number
    436619049251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,969 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,969 miles
    Test number
    504608119264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,966 miles (+4,375)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,966 miles
    Test number
    572345256746
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass61,591 miles (+1,795)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    61,591 miles
    Test number
    306664914966
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,796 miles (+315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,796 miles
    Test number
    270692859880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass59,481 miles (+2,157)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,481 miles
    Test number
    568837674295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    57,324 miles
    Test number
    416595787794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,324 miles (+1,739)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,324 miles
    Test number
    892834122595
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass55,585 miles (+1,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    55,585 miles
    Test number
    293645555646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass54,420 miles (+2,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,420 miles
    Test number
    371858578495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass51,777 miles (+2,396)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,777 miles
    Test number
    879705083221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,381 miles
    Test number
    727770804332
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail49,381 miles (+3,303)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,381 miles
    Test number
    417610204409
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass46,078 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    46,078 miles
    Test number
    676307273267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,001 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    43,001 miles
    Test number
    548530882276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,995 miles (+3,252)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,995 miles
    Test number
    835429772267
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail39,743 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,743 miles
    Test number
    176288191212
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass39,743 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,743 miles
    Test number
    216088891232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,803 miles (+6,709)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,803 miles
    Test number
    270760900319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,094 miles (+7,337)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,094 miles
    Test number
    622925799122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,757 miles (+7,285)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,757 miles
    Test number
    434829178134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    13,472 miles
    Test number
    342678137083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 EXA

Does LL53 EXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 EXA is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 EXA?
The MOT on LL53 EXA is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 EXA done?
LL53 EXA was recorded at 77,748 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 3,372 miles a year.
Has LL53 EXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 EXA has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 EXA 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 EXA find?
LL53 EXA passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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