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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

LL53 LFAMOT history

LL53 LFA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2022.

LL53 LFA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2023
Mileage
89,048 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 LFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 LFA was last recorded at 89,048 miles on 3 Aug 2022, 6,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,609 miles · 21 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
6,439 miles
Average per year
4,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,048 miles
  • 2021 – 82,609 miles
  • 2020 – 80,206 miles
  • 2019 – 75,868 miles
  • 2018 – 70,513 miles
  • 2017 – 63,145 miles
  • 2016 – 59,091 miles
  • 2015 – 55,252 miles
  • 2014 – 51,028 miles
  • 2013 – 46,387 miles
  • 2012 – 42,155 miles
  • 2011 – 37,535 miles
  • 2010 – 32,968 miles
  • 2009 – 27,344 miles
  • 2008 – 22,379 miles
  • 2007 – 18,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,048 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s, n/s. (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,048 miles (+6,439)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,048 miles
    Test number
    900406807376
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s, n/s. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,609 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,609 miles
    Test number
    843493132878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail82,581 miles (+2,375)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,581 miles
    Test number
    470416376435
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,206 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,206 miles
    Test number
    610914972856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,868 miles (+5,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,868 miles
    Test number
    532288857648
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass70,513 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,513 miles
    Test number
    932832595400
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on? emission workshop fault displayed! Advised investigate!
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid section support bracket detached from pipe.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides brakes binding slightly!
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Fail70,513 miles (+7,368)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,513 miles
    Test number
    273062877682
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on? emission workshop fault displayed! Advised investigate!
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid section support bracket detached from pipe.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides brakes binding slightly!
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass63,145 miles (+4,054)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,145 miles
    Test number
    485335138042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,091 miles (+3,839)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,091 miles
    Test number
    972143804031
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass55,252 miles (+4,224)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,252 miles
    Test number
    129514855440
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing and cracking due to age

  11. Pass51,028 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,028 miles
    Test number
    966389754083
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail51,028 miles (+4,641)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,028 miles
    Test number
    516799854020
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass46,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,387 miles
    Test number
    458527733055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail46,387 miles (+4,232)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,387 miles
    Test number
    146445533094
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass42,155 miles (+4,620)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,155 miles
    Test number
    169200822442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,535 miles (+4,567)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,535 miles
    Test number
    355757851088
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disks slightly pitted and corroded

  17. Pass32,968 miles (+5,624)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,968 miles
    Test number
    793704840084
    • NoteEngine Management light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing signs of cracking and perishing
    • NoteTraction Control light on

  18. Pass27,344 miles (+4,965)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,344 miles
    Test number
    620714229029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,379 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    22,379 miles
    Test number
    744265628066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,265 miles
    Test number
    231427827062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 LFA

Does LL53 LFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 LFA expired on 2 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 LFA?
The MOT on LL53 LFA expired on 2 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 LFA done?
LL53 LFA was recorded at 89,048 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2022, an average of 4,562 miles a year.
Has LL53 LFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 LFA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LL53 LFA 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 LFA find?
LL53 LFA passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2022 with 7 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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