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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LL53 FSUMOT history

LL53 FSU is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 141,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

LL53 FSU red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
141,690 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 FSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 FSU was last recorded at 141,690 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 3,686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,004 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,686 miles
Average per year
6,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,690 miles
  • 2024 – 138,004 miles
  • 2023 – 133,772 miles
  • 2022 – 128,212 miles
  • 2021 – 123,554 miles
  • 2020 – 119,536 miles
  • 2019 – 114,164 miles
  • 2018 – 108,810 miles
  • 2017 – 102,833 miles
  • 2016 – 97,460 miles
  • 2015 – 93,107 miles
  • 2014 – 89,903 miles
  • 2013 – 83,895 miles
  • 2012 – 62,564 miles
  • 2011 – 57,284 miles
  • 2010 – 43,087 miles
  • 2009 – 25,525 miles
  • 2008 – 20,697 miles
  • 2007 – 16,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,690 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust clamp deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (boot split) (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,690 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,690 miles
    Test number
    967039867302
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail141,690 miles (+3,686)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,690 miles
    Test number
    806670052860
    • 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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass138,004 miles (+4,232)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    138,004 miles
    Test number
    725113996867
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass133,772 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,772 miles
    Test number
    705326725726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass128,212 miles (+4,658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    128,212 miles
    Test number
    968622048922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass123,554 miles (+14)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,554 miles
    Test number
    227643863115
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail123,540 miles (+4,004)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,540 miles
    Test number
    522203501932
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass119,536 miles (+5,372)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    119,536 miles
    Test number
    661716094457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,164 miles (+5,354)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,164 miles
    Test number
    827449672586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,810 miles (+5,977)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,810 miles
    Test number
    882272818327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,833 miles (+9)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    102,833 miles
    Test number
    563915685895
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (boot split) (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end/ drumstick
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (boot split) (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end/ drumstick
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox area

  12. Fail102,824 miles (+5,364)2 dangerous5 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,824 miles
    Test number
    385462130891
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated excessive play (2.5.A.2)
    • DangerousSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced no beam pattern (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (boot split) (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end/ drumstick
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (boot split) (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end/ drumstick
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox area

  13. Pass97,460 miles (+4,353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    97,460 miles
    Test number
    921456474792
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass93,107 miles (+3,204)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,107 miles
    Test number
    497607895012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass89,903 miles (+6,008)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,903 miles
    Test number
    535827284071
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail83,895 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,895 miles
    Test number
    449015083059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)

  17. Pass83,895 miles (+21,331)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    83,895 miles
    Test number
    858585083026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,564 miles (+5,280)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    405540442060
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass57,284 miles (+14,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    57,284 miles
    Test number
    448641431098
    • 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)

  20. Pass43,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,087 miles
    Test number
    550494930072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,087 miles (+17,562)1 failure5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,087 miles
    Test number
    894464830099
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass25,525 miles (+4,828)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    25,525 miles
    Test number
    524972749056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,697 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,697 miles
    Test number
    231701428019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,300 miles
    Test number
    352921537025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 FSU

Does LL53 FSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 FSU expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 FSU?
The MOT on LL53 FSU expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 FSU done?
LL53 FSU was recorded at 141,690 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 6,894 miles a year.
Has LL53 FSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 FSU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 FSU 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 FSU find?
LL53 FSU passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; central rear exhaust clamp deteriorated, and 6 more.

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