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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL53 FLMMOT history

LL53 FLM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 128,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

LL53 FLM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
128,418 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 FLM
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
29 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 FLM was last recorded at 128,418 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 2,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,853 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,565 miles
Average per year
5,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,418 miles
  • 2025 – 125,853 miles
  • 2024 – 123,870 miles
  • 2023 – 115,778 miles
  • 2022 – 105,955 miles
  • 2021 – 94,380 miles
  • 2020 – 84,747 miles
  • 2019 – 77,592 miles
  • 2018 – 66,252 miles
  • 2017 – 61,480 miles
  • 2016 – 57,580 miles
  • 2015 – 54,062 miles
  • 2014 – 52,823 miles
  • 2013 – 50,660 miles
  • 2012 – 48,692 miles
  • 2011 – 46,767 miles
  • 2010 – 44,211 miles
  • 2009 – 40,331 miles
  • 2008 – 35,600 miles
  • 2007 – 28,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,418 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded advise replace.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front bumper damaged, but still secured and no jagged edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front wipers are smeary

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,418 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    128,418 miles
    Test number
    533874221265
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail128,418 miles (+2,565)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,418 miles
    Test number
    237305743486
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure exhaust clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass125,853 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    125,853 miles
    Test number
    124414459626
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded advise replace. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged, but still secured and no jagged edges.
    • AdvisoryFront wipers are smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from end of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch damaged but still secures at time of test.

  4. Fail125,852 miles (+1,982)1 dangerous3 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,852 miles
    Test number
    953823863573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded advise replace. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged, but still secured and no jagged edges.
    • AdvisoryFront wipers are smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from end of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded advise replace. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch damaged but still secures at time of test.

  5. Pass123,870 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    123,870 miles
    Test number
    583299146386
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary retaining latch defective

  6. Fail123,870 miles (+8,092)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,870 miles
    Test number
    961898562280
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary retaining latch defective

  7. Pass115,778 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    115,778 miles
    Test number
    834482569766
    • AdvisoryFront front bumper damaged ( no sharp edges )
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail115,777 miles (+9,822)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,777 miles
    Test number
    606019877943
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front bumper damaged ( no sharp edges )
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass105,955 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,955 miles
    Test number
    696235669116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail105,955 miles (+11,575)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,955 miles
    Test number
    308807220970
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass94,380 miles (+9,633)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,380 miles
    Test number
    990455119483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,747 miles (+7,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    84,747 miles
    Test number
    244789750819
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy -

  13. Pass77,592 miles (+11,340)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,592 miles
    Test number
    370786251254
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre 2/3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre 4mm, cracking and wearing inside

  14. Pass66,252 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    66,252 miles
    Test number
    932115492466
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low 4mm
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre 3mm and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  15. Fail66,250 miles (+4,770)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,250 miles
    Test number
    725645387681
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low 4mm
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre 3mm and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  16. Pass61,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,480 miles
    Test number
    927477033642
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail61,480 miles (+3,900)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,480 miles
    Test number
    783542898987
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass57,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,580 miles
    Test number
    324770864058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,580 miles (+3,518)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,580 miles
    Test number
    952508108785
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySome movement/play in both front anti-roll bar D bushes

  20. Pass54,062 miles (+1,239)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,062 miles
    Test number
    906053165117
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass52,823 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,823 miles
    Test number
    727309664190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,660 miles (+1,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,660 miles
    Test number
    458299063141
    • 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)

  23. Pass48,692 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,692 miles
    Test number
    927990572156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,767 miles (+2,556)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,767 miles
    Test number
    159088451191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass44,211 miles (+3,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,211 miles
    Test number
    573314050183
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass40,331 miles (+4,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,331 miles
    Test number
    911609669117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass35,600 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,600 miles
    Test number
    404732978169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,687 miles
    Test number
    174733527425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LL53 FLM

Does LL53 FLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 FLM is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 FLM?
The MOT on LL53 FLM is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 FLM done?
LL53 FLM was recorded at 128,418 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 5,141 miles a year.
Has LL53 FLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 FLM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 FLM 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 FLM find?
LL53 FLM passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive engine oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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