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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LL53 UDMMOT history

LL53 UDM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

LL53 UDM silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
129,294 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 UDM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 UDM was last recorded at 129,294 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 1,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,641 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,653 miles
Average per year
5,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,294 miles
  • 2024 – 127,641 miles
  • 2023 – 125,567 miles
  • 2022 – 124,089 miles
  • 2021 – 120,336 miles
  • 2020 – 115,370 miles
  • 2019 – 111,416 miles
  • 2018 – 105,731 miles
  • 2017 – 98,335 miles
  • 2016 – 94,957 miles
  • 2015 – 89,526 miles
  • 2014 – 83,515 miles
  • 2013 – 77,072 miles
  • 2012 – 69,690 miles
  • 2011 – 62,130 miles
  • 2010 – 55,166 miles
  • 2009 – 49,097 miles
  • 2008 – 43,462 miles
  • 2007 – 36,652 miles
  • 2006 – 29,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,294 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axel beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion on o/s/rear outer sill

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,294 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    129,294 miles
    Test number
    708295791509
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axel beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on o/s/rear outer sill
  2. Fail129,294 miles (+1,653)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,294 miles
    Test number
    877771515853
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axel beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on o/s/rear outer sill
  3. Pass127,641 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    127,641 miles
    Test number
    965017727154
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear outer sill corroded
  4. Fail127,641 miles (+2,074)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,641 miles
    Test number
    142726878344
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear outer sill corroded
  5. Pass125,567 miles (+1,478)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    125,567 miles
    Test number
    958201032815
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass124,089 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,089 miles
    Test number
    949802812913
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  7. Fail124,089 miles (+3,753)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,089 miles
    Test number
    328761041000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  8. Pass120,336 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,336 miles
    Test number
    716704751181
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail120,336 miles (+4,966)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,336 miles
    Test number
    354274129474
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  10. Pass115,370 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,370 miles
    Test number
    894584503329
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  11. Fail115,370 miles (+3,954)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,370 miles
    Test number
    883069701716
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  12. Pass111,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,416 miles
    Test number
    805357131461
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  13. Fail111,416 miles (+5,685)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,416 miles
    Test number
    353495432332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  14. Pass105,731 miles (+7,396)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,731 miles
    Test number
    752669771372
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass98,335 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    98,335 miles
    Test number
    708726196099
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
  16. Fail98,335 miles (+3,378)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,335 miles
    Test number
    542092579379
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
  17. Pass94,957 miles (+5,431)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,957 miles
    Test number
    899589622897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    89,526 miles
    Test number
    176489176582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,526 miles (+6,011)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,526 miles
    Test number
    506376443941
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  20. Pass83,515 miles (+6,443)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,515 miles
    Test number
    879743864309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,072 miles (+7,382)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    77,072 miles
    Test number
    995194453371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,690 miles (+7,560)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,690 miles
    Test number
    407296842413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,130 miles (+6,964)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,130 miles
    Test number
    389593251397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,166 miles (+6,069)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    351014550392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,097 miles (+5,635)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,097 miles
    Test number
    113418649348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,462 miles (+6,810)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,462 miles
    Test number
    521267458390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,652 miles (+7,650)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,652 miles
    Test number
    714382557314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    29,002 miles
    Test number
    300056856326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 UDM

Does LL53 UDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 UDM is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 UDM?
The MOT on LL53 UDM is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 UDM done?
LL53 UDM was recorded at 129,294 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 5,278 miles a year.
Has LL53 UDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 UDM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 UDM 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 UDM find?
LL53 UDM passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive various; rear coil spring corroded both, and 2 more.

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