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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL53 FLBMOT history

LL53 FLB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

LL53 FLB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,097 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 FLB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 FLB was last recorded at 89,097 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,096 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,097 miles
  • 2025 – 85,943 miles
  • 2024 – 82,236 miles
  • 2023 – 78,772 miles
  • 2021 – 76,405 miles
  • 2020 – 74,384 miles
  • 2019 – 72,102 miles
  • 2018 – 70,863 miles
  • 2017 – 70,719 miles
  • 2016 – 69,439 miles
  • 2015 – 68,235 miles
  • 2014 – 66,932 miles
  • 2013 – 62,138 miles
  • 2012 – 56,399 miles
  • 2011 – 50,398 miles
  • 2010 – 42,828 miles
  • 2009 – 35,375 miles
  • 2008 – 27,629 miles
  • 2007 – 22,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,097 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front fog lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,097 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,097 miles
    Test number
    543944973071
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail89,096 miles (+3,153)1 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,096 miles
    Test number
    108547028706
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,943 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,943 miles
    Test number
    446039256605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer and inner sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal operation slightly spongy

  4. Fail85,943 miles (+3,707)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,943 miles
    Test number
    867432564328
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid offside and nearside (3.5 (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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer and inner sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal operation slightly spongy

  5. Pass82,236 miles (+3,464)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,236 miles
    Test number
    238782237893
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass78,772 miles (+2,367)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    78,772 miles
    Test number
    598134591366
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,405 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,405 miles
    Test number
    792458128680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail76,404 miles (+2,020)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,404 miles
    Test number
    647958274851
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure fuel filter (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass74,384 miles (+2,282)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,384 miles
    Test number
    307657267539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass72,102 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,102 miles
    Test number
    647820712357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail72,102 miles (+1,239)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,102 miles
    Test number
    427083583774
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass70,863 miles (+144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,863 miles
    Test number
    293429956636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass70,719 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,719 miles
    Test number
    474304765253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail70,719 miles (+1,280)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,719 miles
    Test number
    342812744474
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass69,439 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,439 miles
    Test number
    332363009094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail69,439 miles (+1,204)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,439 miles
    Test number
    390197605453
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass68,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,235 miles
    Test number
    118316345132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Fail68,235 miles (+1,303)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,235 miles
    Test number
    327643845172
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Fail66,932 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,932 miles
    Test number
    219541754413
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass66,932 miles (+4,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,932 miles
    Test number
    226421954168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass62,138 miles (+5,739)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,138 miles
    Test number
    128769243132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,399 miles (+6,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,399 miles
    Test number
    287679342426
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass50,398 miles (+7,570)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,398 miles
    Test number
    508358941197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,828 miles (+7,453)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    593279940143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,375 miles (+7,746)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,375 miles
    Test number
    224196449184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,629 miles (+5,323)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    27,629 miles
    Test number
    463411728017
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f tyres wearing inner edges

  27. Pass22,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,306 miles
    Test number
    653896137086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 FLB

Does LL53 FLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 FLB is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 FLB?
The MOT on LL53 FLB is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 FLB done?
LL53 FLB was recorded at 89,097 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 3,505 miles a year.
Has LL53 FLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 FLB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 FLB 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 FLB find?
LL53 FLB passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 4 more.

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