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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LR53 GFYMOT history

LR53 GFY is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

LR53 GFY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2022
Mileage
97,590 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 GFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 GFY was last recorded at 97,590 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 2,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,421 miles · 29 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,169 miles
Average per year
4,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 97,590 miles
  • 2020 – 95,421 miles
  • 2019 – 92,518 miles
  • 2018 – 89,075 miles
  • 2017 – 84,679 miles
  • 2016 – 82,302 miles
  • 2015 – 78,077 miles
  • 2014 – 74,509 miles
  • 2013 – 70,983 miles
  • 2012 – 70,574 miles
  • 2011 – 70,221 miles
  • 2010 – 68,661 miles
  • 2009 – 64,352 miles
  • 2008 – 43,820 miles
  • 2006 – 30,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,590 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust system has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,590 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,590 miles
    Test number
    820960691971
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail97,590 miles (+2,169)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,590 miles
    Test number
    509578160861
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass95,421 miles (+2,903)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,421 miles
    Test number
    351463500759
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has minor leak from front, possible flexi joint. did not affect emissions test

  4. Pass92,518 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,518 miles
    Test number
    484419236449
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail92,518 miles (+3,443)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,518 miles
    Test number
    422658583706
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,075 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,075 miles
    Test number
    329060593236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system has a minor leak of exhaust gases

  7. Fail89,064 miles (+4,385)1 dangerous5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,064 miles
    Test number
    269842839889
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system has a minor leak of exhaust gases

  8. Pass84,679 miles (+2,377)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    84,679 miles
    Test number
    485682126707
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass82,302 miles (+4,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,302 miles
    Test number
    365798257736
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass78,077 miles (+3,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,077 miles
    Test number
    711783535167
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail74,509 miles1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,509 miles
    Test number
    216007444253
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  12. Pass74,509 miles (+3,526)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,509 miles
    Test number
    767247944268
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  13. Pass70,983 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,983 miles
    Test number
    718779443251
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Fail70,983 miles (+409)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,983 miles
    Test number
    345809943247
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass70,574 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,574 miles
    Test number
    935535992024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,221 miles (+1,560)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,221 miles
    Test number
    147185391467
    • NoteAll four discs corroded

  17. Pass68,661 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,661 miles
    Test number
    684220770055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    413158919232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,352 miles (+6,500)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    481298919269
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  20. Pass57,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,852 miles
    Test number
    753522169059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,852 miles (+14,032)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,852 miles
    Test number
    573901769041
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass43,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    124198458495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail43,820 miles (+12,919)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    433328958085
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass30,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    533128556211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 GFY

Does LR53 GFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 GFY expired on 1 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 GFY?
The MOT on LR53 GFY expired on 1 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 GFY done?
LR53 GFY was recorded at 97,590 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 4,408 miles a year.
Has LR53 GFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 GFY has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LR53 GFY 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 GFY find?
LR53 GFY passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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