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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 EMFMOT history

LR53 EMF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 191,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

LR53 EMF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
191,595 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 EMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 EMF was last recorded at 191,595 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 7,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,473 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,122 miles
Average per year
8,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,595 miles
  • 2025 – 184,473 miles
  • 2024 – 178,205 miles
  • 2023 – 172,952 miles
  • 2022 – 167,178 miles
  • 2021 – 162,738 miles
  • 2020 – 161,124 miles
  • 2019 – 153,726 miles
  • 2018 – 146,023 miles
  • 2017 – 144,088 miles
  • 2016 – 136,603 miles
  • 2015 – 126,734 miles
  • 2014 – 116,685 miles
  • 2013 – 106,445 miles
  • 2012 – 95,447 miles
  • 2011 – 85,391 miles
  • 2010 – 74,705 miles
  • 2009 – 63,075 miles
  • 2008 – 49,655 miles
  • 2006 – 28,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,595 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust backbox deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,595 miles (+7,122)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    191,595 miles
    Test number
    250559051150
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass184,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    184,473 miles
    Test number
    502762031136
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer outer skin deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail184,473 miles (+6,268)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,473 miles
    Test number
    873580325034
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer outer skin deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass178,205 miles (+5,253)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    178,205 miles
    Test number
    956599479557
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass172,952 miles (+8)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    172,952 miles
    Test number
    674868906099
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Mudguard rubbing tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  6. Fail172,944 miles (+5,766)6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,944 miles
    Test number
    424342827909
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Mudguard rubbing tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  7. Pass167,178 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    167,178 miles
    Test number
    875552638735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail167,178 miles (+4,440)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,178 miles
    Test number
    245748191821
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is corroded and the outer shell has come loose

  9. Pass162,738 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    162,738 miles
    Test number
    187117104848
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail162,733 miles (+1,609)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,733 miles
    Test number
    303740165517
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass161,124 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    161,124 miles
    Test number
    264474892781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail161,124 miles (+7,398)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,124 miles
    Test number
    207604696776
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted incorrectly mounted to pad spring (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass153,726 miles (+7,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    153,726 miles
    Test number
    892090657482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass146,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    146,023 miles
    Test number
    254877461671
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  15. Fail146,023 miles (+1,935)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,023 miles
    Test number
    105825718647
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  16. Pass144,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    144,088 miles
    Test number
    843575674485
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  17. Fail144,088 miles (+7,485)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,088 miles
    Test number
    793534748602
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  18. Pass136,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    136,603 miles
    Test number
    434232478560
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail136,603 miles (+9,869)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,603 miles
    Test number
    806927518215
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass126,734 miles (+10,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    126,734 miles
    Test number
    757363115163
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass116,685 miles (+10,240)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    116,685 miles
    Test number
    237309614180
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDamaged to tread area to offside front tyre

  22. Pass106,445 miles (+10,998)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,445 miles
    Test number
    237822503400
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear bump stops deteriorated.

  23. Pass95,447 miles (+10,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    95,447 miles
    Test number
    249074602114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass85,391 miles (+10,686)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    85,391 miles
    Test number
    265741011142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,705 miles
    Test number
    231605000153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,705 miles (+11,630)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,705 miles
    Test number
    993144400127
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOff side headlamp lense cracked

  27. Pass63,075 miles (+13,420)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,075 miles
    Test number
    482397999095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,655 miles (+21,145)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,655 miles
    Test number
    451792908113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,510 miles
    Test number
    851806856276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 EMF

Does LR53 EMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 EMF is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 EMF?
The MOT on LR53 EMF is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 EMF done?
LR53 EMF was recorded at 191,595 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 8,378 miles a year.
Has LR53 EMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 EMF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 EMF 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 EMF find?
LR53 EMF passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust mounting defective; coolant leak, and 6 more.

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