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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 GDUMOT history

LR53 GDU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 158,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

LR53 GDU white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,937 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 GDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 GDU was last recorded at 158,937 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,820 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
6,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,937 miles
  • 2025 – 158,820 miles
  • 2024 – 158,444 miles
  • 2023 – 158,021 miles
  • 2022 – 157,563 miles
  • 2021 – 153,612 miles
  • 2020 – 152,197 miles
  • 2019 – 149,970 miles
  • 2018 – 146,317 miles
  • 2017 – 143,461 miles
  • 2016 – 140,144 miles
  • 2015 – 133,614 miles
  • 2014 – 130,555 miles
  • 2013 – 127,300 miles
  • 2012 – 104,282 miles
  • 2011 – 89,799 miles
  • 2010 – 79,028 miles
  • 2008 – 76,399 miles
  • 2007 – 56,079 miles
  • 2006 – 33,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,937 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (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.

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Seat belt slightly damaged drivers

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Reverse lamp not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi level

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front play in both suspension arm bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,937 miles (+117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,937 miles
    Test number
    406826079174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass158,820 miles (+376)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,820 miles
    Test number
    988265586399
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp beam image poor and light intensity slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area corroded with some filler outside prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass158,444 miles (+423)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    158,444 miles
    Test number
    294864580514
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryInner N/S/F and O/S/F cv boot clips missing, but secure and not leaking any grease at time of test
    • AdvisoryCentral and rear exhaust silencer outer skins corroded but secure and not blowing at time of test
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working

  4. Pass158,021 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    158,021 miles
    Test number
    858493144952
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front too rear at rear (flexis) swelling up under plastic coating, further investigation advised (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill areas excessively corroded but outside prescibed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust silencer outer skins corroded but still secure and not blowing at time of test

  5. Fail158,021 miles (+458)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,021 miles
    Test number
    500979390262
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing buckle fell down between seats (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front too rear at rear (flexis) swelling up under plastic coating, further investigation advised (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill areas excessively corroded but outside prescibed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust silencer outer skins corroded but still secure and not blowing at time of test

  6. Pass157,563 miles (+3,951)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,563 miles
    Test number
    353497846070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass153,612 miles (+11)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,612 miles
    Test number
    113738356717
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources requires new plinth, power terminal missing on o/s lamp (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront play in both suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded at ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
    • AdvisorySome engine coolant pipes corroded

  8. Fail153,601 miles (+1,404)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,601 miles
    Test number
    439553579493
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended retraction jammed (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront play in both suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisoryFront undertray insecure
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded at ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal sticking down
    • AdvisoryClutch slave cylinder or pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
    • AdvisorySome engine coolant pipes corroded

  9. Pass152,197 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    152,197 miles
    Test number
    290655202016
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  10. Fail152,185 miles (+2,215)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,185 miles
    Test number
    320324806130
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in correctly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  11. Pass149,970 miles (+3,653)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,970 miles
    Test number
    423476284480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass146,317 miles (+2,856)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    146,317 miles
    Test number
    834320553867
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass143,461 miles (+3,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,461 miles
    Test number
    317446494220
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass140,144 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    140,144 miles
    Test number
    394014830613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded .

  15. Fail140,144 miles (+6,530)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,144 miles
    Test number
    117664131442
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded .

  16. Pass133,614 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    133,614 miles
    Test number
    268517675100
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail133,612 miles (+3,057)6 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,612 miles
    Test number
    889026675164
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass130,555 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    130,555 miles
    Test number
    346717094106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass127,300 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    127,300 miles
    Test number
    457936393148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteWindscreen damaged but not restricting drivers view to road

  20. Fail127,300 miles (+23,018)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,300 miles
    Test number
    279444193186
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteWindscreen damaged but not restricting drivers view to road

  21. Pass104,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,282 miles
    Test number
    798986042153
    • 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)

  22. Fail104,282 miles (+14,483)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,282 miles
    Test number
    847876142151
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  23. Fail89,799 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,799 miles
    Test number
    339196441107
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass89,799 miles (+10,771)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    89,799 miles
    Test number
    847086241141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,028 miles (+2,629)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,028 miles
    Test number
    840221640139
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE CUTS OUT OF SIDE WALL WHEEL RIM SLIGHT DAMAGE
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE CUTS OUT OF SIDE WALL

  26. Pass76,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    76,399 miles
    Test number
    210507478268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail76,399 miles (+15,664)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,399 miles
    Test number
    751246178294
    • FailureLoading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass60,735 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    60,735 miles
    Test number
    310594318015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,079 miles (+850)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,079 miles
    Test number
    291021897232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail55,229 miles (+21,463)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,229 miles
    Test number
    803187877289
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  31. Pass33,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,766 miles
    Test number
    104823866268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail33,766 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,766 miles
    Test number
    800563366285
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about LR53 GDU

Does LR53 GDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 GDU is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 GDU?
The MOT on LR53 GDU is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 GDU done?
LR53 GDU was recorded at 158,937 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 6,293 miles a year.
Has LR53 GDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 GDU has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 GDU 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 GDU find?
LR53 GDU passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.

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