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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

LL53 EXMMOT history

LL53 EXM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 86,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LL53 EXM silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
86,765 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 EXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 EXM was last recorded at 86,765 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,765 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,765 miles
  • 2024 – 81,834 miles
  • 2023 – 77,525 miles
  • 2022 – 72,617 miles
  • 2021 – 54,886 miles
  • 2020 – 46,626 miles
  • 2019 – 46,091 miles
  • 2018 – 46,002 miles
  • 2017 – 43,867 miles
  • 2016 – 40,365 miles
  • 2015 – 39,105 miles
  • 2014 – 37,062 miles
  • 2013 – 34,358 miles
  • 2012 – 31,139 miles
  • 2011 – 26,542 miles
  • 2010 – 22,748 miles
  • 2009 – 17,122 miles
  • 2008 – 11,761 miles
  • 2007 – 9,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,765 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Lower Arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,765 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    86,765 miles
    Test number
    414178088926
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Lower Arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,765 miles (+4,931)4 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,765 miles
    Test number
    671373949078
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Lower Arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,834 miles (+4,309)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,834 miles
    Test number
    221414148858
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass77,525 miles (+4,908)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,525 miles
    Test number
    607030888880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,617 miles (+17,731)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,617 miles
    Test number
    183480974561
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Pass54,886 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    54,886 miles
    Test number
    284146637326
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively And offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated And offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail54,884 miles (+8,258)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,884 miles
    Test number
    178501020329
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively And offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated And offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,626 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    46,626 miles
    Test number
    572431241434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,091 miles (+89)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,091 miles
    Test number
    938297494535
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass46,002 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,002 miles
    Test number
    266756139722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    43,867 miles
    Test number
    671187573869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,867 miles (+3,502)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,867 miles
    Test number
    785457249968
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass40,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    40,365 miles
    Test number
    731270061421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,365 miles (+1,260)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,365 miles
    Test number
    302138389445
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Fail39,105 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,105 miles
    Test number
    417052695025
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteFront lower bumper spoiler damaged & insecure.

  16. Pass39,105 miles (+2,043)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,105 miles
    Test number
    577812995009
    • NoteFront lower bumper spoiler damaged & insecure.

  17. Fail37,062 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,062 miles
    Test number
    327266414023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  18. Pass37,062 miles (+2,704)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,062 miles
    Test number
    889086014051
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  19. Pass34,358 miles (+3,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    34,358 miles
    Test number
    468661823071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass31,139 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    31,139 miles
    Test number
    117808812442
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deep cut on outer sidewall, does not reach to cords or ply.

  21. Fail31,139 miles (+4,597)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,139 miles
    Test number
    969988012071
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deep cut on outer sidewall, does not reach to cords or ply.

  22. Fail26,542 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,542 miles
    Test number
    189127821472
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn.

  23. Pass26,542 miles (+3,794)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    26,542 miles
    Test number
    867937121062
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn.

  24. Pass22,748 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    22,748 miles
    Test number
    224902630042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,710 miles (+5,588)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,710 miles
    Test number
    314027320040
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass17,122 miles (+5,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    17,122 miles
    Test number
    533069919096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass11,761 miles (+2,453)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    11,761 miles
    Test number
    494281028057
    • NoteFront number plate shows signs of deterioration,

  28. Fail9,308 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,308 miles
    Test number
    282516247052
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass9,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    9,308 miles
    Test number
    291566447040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 EXM

Does LL53 EXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 EXM is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 EXM?
The MOT on LL53 EXM is valid until 29 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 EXM done?
LL53 EXM was recorded at 86,765 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 4,133 miles a year.
Has LL53 EXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 EXM has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 EXM 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 EXM find?
LL53 EXM passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 4 minor defects and 2 advisories: front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arms; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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