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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LL53 HPXMOT history

LL53 HPX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 187,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

LL53 HPX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
187,686 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 HPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 HPX was last recorded at 187,686 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,680 miles · 12 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,686 miles
  • 2023 – 176,230 miles
  • 2022 – 160,258 miles
  • 2021 – 146,333 miles
  • 2020 – 135,871 miles
  • 2019 – 126,015 miles
  • 2018 – 115,078 miles
  • 2017 – 102,741 miles
  • 2016 – 90,809 miles
  • 2015 – 73,145 miles
  • 2014 – 69,851 miles
  • 2013 – 64,846 miles
  • 2012 – 59,530 miles
  • 2011 – 53,000 miles
  • 2010 – 45,993 miles
  • 2009 – 40,201 miles
  • 2008 – 32,566 miles
  • 2007 – 26,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,686 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber not fully seated into hubRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp illuminatedRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine cover & under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,686 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    187,686 miles
    Test number
    204403411173
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber not fully seated into hub
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp illuminated

  2. Fail187,680 miles (+16)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,680 miles
    Test number
    814630377803
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber not fully seated into hub
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp illuminated

  3. Fail187,664 miles (+11,434)2 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,664 miles
    Test number
    355984829638
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seats don't tilt for rear passengers

  4. Pass176,230 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    176,230 miles
    Test number
    118055490201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  5. Fail176,230 miles (+15,972)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,230 miles
    Test number
    846552047067
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  6. Pass160,258 miles (+13,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    160,258 miles
    Test number
    239238185841
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded at trailing arm

  7. Pass146,333 miles (+10,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,333 miles
    Test number
    993596007808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass135,871 miles (+9,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,871 miles
    Test number
    957621761213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  9. Pass126,015 miles (+10,937)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,015 miles
    Test number
    559884417843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,078 miles (+12,337)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    115,078 miles
    Test number
    981141141170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,741 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,741 miles
    Test number
    178241487954
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under-trays fitted

  12. Fail102,734 miles (+11,925)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,734 miles
    Test number
    672690257525
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEML staying on
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under-trays fitted

  13. Pass90,809 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,809 miles
    Test number
    922051687716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,737 miles (+17,592)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,737 miles
    Test number
    300254198411
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass73,145 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,145 miles
    Test number
    775845905132
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail73,143 miles (+3,292)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,143 miles
    Test number
    698104305143
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  17. Pass69,851 miles (+5,005)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    627937504197
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing

  18. Pass64,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,846 miles
    Test number
    467340703176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,846 miles (+5,316)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,846 miles
    Test number
    547399493054
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Fail59,530 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,530 miles
    Test number
    548380012186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass59,530 miles (+6,530)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,530 miles
    Test number
    606350812160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,000 miles (+7,007)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,000 miles
    Test number
    875084591016
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteChips in windscreen

  23. Pass45,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,993 miles
    Test number
    540862560006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail45,993 miles (+5,792)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,993 miles
    Test number
    920032460051
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass40,201 miles (+7,635)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,201 miles
    Test number
    713160399036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,566 miles (+5,609)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,566 miles
    Test number
    401553968014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,957 miles
    Test number
    563645377088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 HPX

Does LL53 HPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 HPX is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 HPX?
The MOT on LL53 HPX is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 HPX done?
LL53 HPX was recorded at 187,686 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 8,242 miles a year.
Has LL53 HPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 HPX has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 HPX 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 HPX find?
LL53 HPX passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 35%; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front shock absorber not fully seated into hub, and 2 more.

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