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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 GLFMOT history

LR53 GLF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 94,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

LR53 GLF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
94,293 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 GLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 GLF was last recorded at 94,293 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,290 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,293 miles
  • 2025 – 90,004 miles
  • 2024 – 85,748 miles
  • 2023 – 80,050 miles
  • 2022 – 74,573 miles
  • 2021 – 70,803 miles
  • 2020 – 67,327 miles
  • 2019 – 64,529 miles
  • 2018 – 61,399 miles
  • 2017 – 58,529 miles
  • 2016 – 55,431 miles
  • 2015 – 52,273 miles
  • 2014 – 49,133 miles
  • 2013 – 46,263 miles
  • 2012 – 43,447 miles
  • 2011 – 38,874 miles
  • 2010 – 33,700 miles
  • 2009 – 26,653 miles
  • 2008 – 21,476 miles
  • 2007 – 18,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,293 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,293 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    94,293 miles
    Test number
    862894010039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,290 miles (+4,286)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,290 miles
    Test number
    314633872979
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass90,004 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,004 miles
    Test number
    762694293644
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail89,999 miles (+4,251)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,999 miles
    Test number
    912002400840
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass85,748 miles (+5,698)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    85,748 miles
    Test number
    503630357116
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,050 miles (+5,477)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,050 miles
    Test number
    478755425494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    74,573 miles
    Test number
    603166560870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail74,573 miles (+3,770)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,573 miles
    Test number
    849542489195
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass70,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    70,803 miles
    Test number
    613463333554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,803 miles (+3,476)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,803 miles
    Test number
    594842172615
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass67,327 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    67,327 miles
    Test number
    838447981303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,326 miles (+2,797)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,326 miles
    Test number
    156503809364
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass64,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,529 miles
    Test number
    983690502068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,527 miles (+3,128)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,527 miles
    Test number
    179048302156
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass61,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,399 miles
    Test number
    818292226275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,399 miles (+2,870)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,399 miles
    Test number
    243187462313
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  17. Pass58,529 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,529 miles
    Test number
    281384953168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,431 miles (+3,158)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,431 miles
    Test number
    861321700899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,273 miles
    Test number
    715303765155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,273 miles (+3,140)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,273 miles
    Test number
    267773765415
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass49,133 miles (+2,870)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,133 miles
    Test number
    649563864120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,263 miles
    Test number
    475560153167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,263 miles (+2,816)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,263 miles
    Test number
    106459543186
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass43,447 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,447 miles
    Test number
    118920172191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,874 miles (+5,174)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,874 miles
    Test number
    817835361145
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass33,700 miles (+7,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,700 miles
    Test number
    653370960126
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass26,653 miles (+5,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    26,653 miles
    Test number
    824483059157
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass21,476 miles (+2,519)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,476 miles
    Test number
    880862478171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,957 miles
    Test number
    343733287138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 GLF

Does LR53 GLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 GLF is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 GLF?
The MOT on LR53 GLF is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 GLF done?
LR53 GLF was recorded at 94,293 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 3,976 miles a year.
Has LR53 GLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 GLF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 GLF 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 GLF find?
LR53 GLF passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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