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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM53 CSXMOT history

LM53 CSX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 217,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

LM53 CSX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
217,236 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 CSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM53 CSX was last recorded at 217,236 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 7,681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,555 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,681 miles
Average per year
9,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,236 miles
  • 2025 – 209,555 miles
  • 2024 – 198,855 miles
  • 2023 – 190,760 miles
  • 2022 – 184,004 miles
  • 2021 – 175,849 miles
  • 2020 – 158,442 miles
  • 2019 – 158,421 miles
  • 2018 – 136,411 miles
  • 2017 – 129,482 miles
  • 2016 – 123,701 miles
  • 2015 – 111,737 miles
  • 2014 – 96,694 miles
  • 2013 – 80,076 miles
  • 2012 – 63,535 miles
  • 2011 – 58,160 miles
  • 2010 – 51,043 miles
  • 2009 – 47,335 miles
  • 2008 – 41,814 miles
  • 2007 – 37,213 miles
  • 2006 – 30,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,236 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass217,236 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    217,236 miles
    Test number
    828776244615
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail217,235 miles (+7,680)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,235 miles
    Test number
    584743271573
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass209,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    209,555 miles
    Test number
    443389717217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail209,546 miles (+24)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,546 miles
    Test number
    589773296659
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail209,522 miles (+1,050)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,522 miles
    Test number
    820400899310
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Fail208,472 miles (+9,617)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,472 miles
    Test number
    276579193667
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area inside and outside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top bush or bearing has wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass198,855 miles (+158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    198,855 miles
    Test number
    102824768790
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.72mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail198,697 miles (+7,937)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,697 miles
    Test number
    142035011508
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.72mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass190,760 miles (+6,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    190,760 miles
    Test number
    917004875922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass184,004 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,004 miles
    Test number
    505608740403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail183,968 miles (+8,119)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,968 miles
    Test number
    791227432816
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass175,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    175,849 miles
    Test number
    431234705935
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBackbox skin peeling

  13. Fail175,848 miles (+17,406)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,848 miles
    Test number
    699397243239
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBackbox skin peeling

  14. Pass158,442 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,442 miles
    Test number
    273931880461
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail158,421 miles (+22,010)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,421 miles
    Test number
    470530466038
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre in tyre sidewall

  16. Pass136,411 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    136,411 miles
    Test number
    506213215735
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  17. Fail136,409 miles (+6,927)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,409 miles
    Test number
    262482236137
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass129,482 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,482 miles
    Test number
    146131058915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail129,480 miles (+5,779)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,480 miles
    Test number
    860488971249
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass123,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,701 miles
    Test number
    142865154660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail123,701 miles (+11,964)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,701 miles
    Test number
    729065613517
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle N/S/R/ DOOR STICKING BUT OPENS REQUIRES ATTENTION (6.2.B.1c)

  22. Pass111,737 miles (+15,043)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,737 miles
    Test number
    450107433315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  23. Pass96,694 miles (+16,618)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,694 miles
    Test number
    455954824310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,076 miles (+16,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,076 miles
    Test number
    456714823343
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,535 miles (+5,375)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,535 miles
    Test number
    488415232344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,160 miles (+7,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    58,160 miles
    Test number
    475252531301
    • 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)

  27. Pass51,043 miles (+3,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    51,043 miles
    Test number
    432810930301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass47,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    801724339377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,335 miles (+5,521)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    724211139374
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteService light on

  30. Pass41,814 miles (+4,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,814 miles
    Test number
    411593338348
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass37,213 miles (+6,769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,213 miles
    Test number
    491791927342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass30,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,444 miles
    Test number
    204516326348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM53 CSX

Does LM53 CSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM53 CSX is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM53 CSX?
The MOT on LM53 CSX is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM53 CSX done?
LM53 CSX was recorded at 217,236 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 9,740 miles a year.
Has LM53 CSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 CSX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM53 CSX 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 LM53 CSX find?
LM53 CSX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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