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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL53 FLNMOT history

LL53 FLN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 124,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

LL53 FLN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,388 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 FLN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 FLN was last recorded at 124,388 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 4,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2018: 14,059 miles, lower than 90,964 miles on 14 Oct 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
119,468 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,920 miles
Average per year
4,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,388 miles
  • 2024 – 119,468 miles
  • 2023 – 113,323 miles
  • 2022 – 108,269 miles
  • 2021 – 103,182 miles
  • 2020 – 99,186 miles
  • 2019 – 95,380 miles
  • 2018 – 14,059 miles
  • 2017 – 87,536 miles
  • 2016 – 84,572 miles
  • 2015 – 81,060 miles
  • 2014 – 78,906 miles
  • 2013 – 76,876 miles
  • 2012 – 68,886 miles
  • 2011 – 66,332 miles
  • 2010 – 61,538 miles
  • 2009 – 52,929 miles
  • 2008 – 43,113 miles
  • 2007 – 31,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,388 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (175/80/14)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,388 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,388 miles
    Test number
    262075603494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    119,468 miles
    Test number
    834575218902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail119,468 miles (+6,145)6 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,468 miles
    Test number
    980976453502
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,323 miles
    Test number
    656442109788
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (175/80/14) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail113,323 miles (+5,054)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,323 miles
    Test number
    606901128366
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (175/80/14) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass108,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,269 miles
    Test number
    206647118524
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail108,268 miles (+5,086)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,268 miles
    Test number
    372240674975
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment LOOSE (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,182 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,182 miles
    Test number
    462738439606
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail103,177 miles (+3,991)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,177 miles
    Test number
    444677780522
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass99,186 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,186 miles
    Test number
    900821716697
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail99,186 miles (+3,806)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,186 miles
    Test number
    440517457135
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass95,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,380 miles
    Test number
    211765130673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,380 miles (+81,321)7 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,380 miles
    Test number
    439440573614
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass14,059 miles (-76,905)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    14,059 miles
    Test number
    804849634970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,964 miles (+3,428)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,964 miles
    Test number
    836311413907
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryClutch biting point very high
    • AdvisoryEngine running rough on idle
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn close to limit

  16. Pass87,536 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    87,536 miles
    Test number
    433956016599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,524 miles (+2,952)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,524 miles
    Test number
    288359544268
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass84,572 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    84,572 miles
    Test number
    882238681509
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s front anti-roll bar d rubbers slightly worn & have slight play
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe to steering rack damp

  19. Fail84,572 miles (+3,512)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,572 miles
    Test number
    795558861260
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s front anti-roll bar d rubbers slightly worn & have slight play
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe to steering rack damp

  20. Pass81,060 miles (+57)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    81,060 miles
    Test number
    803824504972
    • AdvisoryClutch line rubbing on ABS Module
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail81,003 miles (+2,097)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,003 miles
    Test number
    270910050440
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryClutch line rubbing on ABS Module
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass78,906 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,906 miles
    Test number
    327941194260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail78,851 miles (+1,975)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,851 miles
    Test number
    608004884215
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass76,876 miles (+2,449)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,876 miles
    Test number
    547097393261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake pads appear low
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak from rear silencer joint

  25. Pass74,427 miles (+244)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,427 miles
    Test number
    378640933180
    • NoteFront discs in poor condition and inner pads appear low
    • NoteM.i.l lamp illuminated
    • NoteSlight leaks from all joints along exhaust system

  26. Fail74,183 miles (+5,297)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,183 miles
    Test number
    338251123130
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteFront discs in poor condition and inner pads appear low
    • NoteM.i.l lamp illuminated
    • NoteSlight leaks from all joints along exhaust system

  27. Pass68,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    68,886 miles
    Test number
    428802632058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,886 miles (+2,554)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,886 miles
    Test number
    159912532047
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on surfaces

  29. Pass66,332 miles (+4,794)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    66,332 miles
    Test number
    318253841090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass61,538 miles (+8,609)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,538 miles
    Test number
    923036310001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass52,929 miles (+9,816)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    260784729032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass43,113 miles (+11,977)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,113 miles
    Test number
    701729218038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass31,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,136 miles
    Test number
    342426107038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail31,136 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,136 miles
    Test number
    514536607069
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LL53 FLN

Does LL53 FLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 FLN is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 FLN?
The MOT on LL53 FLN is valid until 4 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 FLN done?
LL53 FLN was recorded at 124,388 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 4,959 miles a year.
Has LL53 FLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 FLN has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LL53 FLN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL53 FLN find?
LL53 FLN passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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