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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 ECXMOT history

LR53 ECX is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2024.

LR53 ECX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2025
Mileage
100,965 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ECX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ECX was last recorded at 100,965 miles on 22 Jan 2024, 4,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
96,874 miles · 23 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,091 miles
Average per year
4,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,965 miles
  • 2023 – 96,874 miles
  • 2019 – 95,465 miles
  • 2018 – 91,597 miles
  • 2017 – 85,366 miles
  • 2016 – 76,057 miles
  • 2015 – 68,374 miles
  • 2014 – 64,139 miles
  • 2013 – 58,946 miles
  • 2012 – 51,744 miles
  • 2011 – 45,634 miles
  • 2010 – 38,081 miles
  • 2009 – 31,042 miles
  • 2008 – 27,155 miles
  • 2007 – 22,470 miles
  • 2006 – 18,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,965 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,965 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,965 miles
    Test number
    625248275920
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail100,965 miles (+4,091)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,965 miles
    Test number
    636189830103
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass96,874 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,874 miles
    Test number
    936807925397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  4. Fail96,874 miles (+1,409)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,874 miles
    Test number
    612920021625
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively bOTH FRONT. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  5. Pass95,465 miles (+3,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,465 miles
    Test number
    944304929080
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass91,597 miles (+6,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    91,597 miles
    Test number
    733135879109
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass85,366 miles (+9,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,366 miles
    Test number
    727500302800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sidewall cracked due to age
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass76,057 miles (+7,683)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    76,057 miles
    Test number
    125989373579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,374 miles
    Test number
    861654468062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,374 miles (+4,235)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,374 miles
    Test number
    445826511064
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  11. Pass64,139 miles (+5,193)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,139 miles
    Test number
    919285534297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,946 miles (+7,202)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,946 miles
    Test number
    696253643266
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edges
  13. Pass51,744 miles (+6,110)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,744 miles
    Test number
    915631852297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  14. Pass45,634 miles (+7,553)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,634 miles
    Test number
    186104751207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,081 miles
    Test number
    951621650270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,081 miles (+7,039)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,081 miles
    Test number
    952701650243
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  17. Pass31,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,042 miles
    Test number
    234374339206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,038 miles (+3,883)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,038 miles
    Test number
    180064839201
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass27,155 miles (+4,685)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,155 miles
    Test number
    753483648211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,470 miles (+3,725)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,470 miles
    Test number
    303754147286
    • DangerousO/s/f tyre worn severly on inside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass18,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,745 miles
    Test number
    501187936293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 ECX

Does LR53 ECX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 ECX expired on 22 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ECX?
The MOT on LR53 ECX expired on 22 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 ECX done?
LR53 ECX was recorded at 100,965 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2024, an average of 4,723 miles a year.
Has LR53 ECX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ECX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 ECX 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 LR53 ECX find?
LR53 ECX passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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