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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL53 EXRMOT history

LL53 EXR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.

LL53 EXR silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2023
Mileage
173,177 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 EXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 EXR was last recorded at 173,177 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 11,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,058 miles · 4 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
11,119 miles
Average per year
9,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 173,177 miles
  • 2021 – 162,058 miles
  • 2020 – 151,799 miles
  • 2019 – 142,548 miles
  • 2018 – 139,549 miles
  • 2016 – 134,527 miles
  • 2015 – 129,027 miles
  • 2014 – 120,035 miles
  • 2013 – 112,051 miles
  • 2012 – 96,220 miles
  • 2011 – 77,692 miles
  • 2010 – 57,543 miles
  • 2009 – 40,729 miles
  • 2008 – 25,053 miles
  • 2007 – 19,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,177 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder side corrossion

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,177 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    173,177 miles
    Test number
    751734606685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corrossion

  2. Fail173,170 miles (+11,112)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,170 miles
    Test number
    137766668257
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corrossion

  3. Pass162,058 miles (+384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    162,058 miles
    Test number
    649905346389
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail161,674 miles (+9,875)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,674 miles
    Test number
    366316211337
    • 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Boot split, and rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,799 miles (+9,251)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    151,799 miles
    Test number
    821500758240
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator light on

  6. Pass142,548 miles (+258)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,548 miles
    Test number
    702365693690
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  7. Fail142,290 miles (+2,741)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,290 miles
    Test number
    200869360385
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass139,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    139,549 miles
    Test number
    279375650840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail139,549 miles (+5,022)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,549 miles
    Test number
    500621348711
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass134,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    134,527 miles
    Test number
    383040518741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail134,527 miles (+5,500)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,527 miles
    Test number
    994525402402
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass129,027 miles (+8,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    129,027 miles
    Test number
    821619531459
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass120,035 miles (+7,984)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    120,035 miles
    Test number
    925314534110
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass112,051 miles (+15,831)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    112,051 miles
    Test number
    857131573130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,220 miles (+18,528)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,220 miles
    Test number
    217309672449
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount in poor condition
    • NoteSome wear to front and rear discs

  16. Pass77,692 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    706821481111
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail77,691 miles (+20,148)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,691 miles
    Test number
    509839371195
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass57,543 miles (+16,814)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,543 miles
    Test number
    154518660125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  19. Pass40,729 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,729 miles
    Test number
    870963969179
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Fail40,708 miles (+15,655)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,708 miles
    Test number
    274542769415
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  21. Pass25,053 miles (+5,914)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,053 miles
    Test number
    872612328001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer wall damaged

  22. Pass19,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,139 miles
    Test number
    281292927066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 EXR

Does LL53 EXR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 EXR expired on 3 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 EXR?
The MOT on LL53 EXR expired on 3 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 EXR done?
LL53 EXR was recorded at 173,177 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 9,795 miles a year.
Has LL53 EXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 EXR has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 EXR 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 EXR find?
LL53 EXR passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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