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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LM53 PVLMOT history

LM53 PVL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 119,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

LM53 PVL blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2023
Mileage
119,162 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 PVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM53 PVL was last recorded at 119,162 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 9,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,964 miles · 5 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
9,198 miles
Average per year
6,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,162 miles
  • 2022 – 109,964 miles
  • 2021 – 98,026 miles
  • 2020 – 85,849 miles
  • 2019 – 76,187 miles
  • 2018 – 60,775 miles
  • 2017 – 43,681 miles
  • 2016 – 38,747 miles
  • 2015 – 35,596 miles
  • 2014 – 33,666 miles
  • 2013 – 31,472 miles
  • 2012 – 28,420 miles
  • 2011 – 25,938 miles
  • 2010 – 23,113 miles
  • 2009 – 20,172 miles
  • 2008 – 16,769 miles
  • 2007 – 12,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,162 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside and Offside (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,162 miles (+9,198)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,162 miles
    Test number
    435064986807
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside and Offside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,964 miles (+11,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,964 miles
    Test number
    198404123415
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass98,026 miles (+12,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,026 miles
    Test number
    978362032066
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,849 miles (+9,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,849 miles
    Test number
    489975809669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass76,187 miles (+15,412)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,187 miles
    Test number
    287459704415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath

  6. Pass60,775 miles (+17,094)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    60,775 miles
    Test number
    975749684634
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath

  7. Pass43,681 miles (+4,934)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    43,681 miles
    Test number
    621727371642
    • AdvisoryFront bumper has been damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass38,747 miles (+3,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    38,747 miles
    Test number
    438112954430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  9. Pass35,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,596 miles
    Test number
    608919426245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,596 miles (+1,930)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,596 miles
    Test number
    726108392932
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass33,666 miles (+2,194)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,666 miles
    Test number
    439092884135
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  12. Pass31,472 miles (+3,052)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,472 miles
    Test number
    219504983144
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass28,420 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,420 miles
    Test number
    908758682108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,938 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,938 miles
    Test number
    835724061105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,113 miles (+2,941)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,113 miles
    Test number
    900025850160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,172 miles (+3,403)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    20,172 miles
    Test number
    160702259114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,769 miles (+3,818)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,769 miles
    Test number
    914227658154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,951 miles
    Test number
    332314567149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    700765826368
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LM53 PVL

Does LM53 PVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM53 PVL expired on 31 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM53 PVL?
The MOT on LM53 PVL expired on 31 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM53 PVL done?
LM53 PVL was recorded at 119,162 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 6,483 miles a year.
Has LM53 PVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 PVL has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LM53 PVL 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 PVL find?
LM53 PVL failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear outer tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside and offside, and 6 more.

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