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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LR53 LEZMOT history

LR53 LEZ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 80,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LR53 LEZ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
80,296 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 LEZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 LEZ was last recorded at 80,296 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,273 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
5,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,296 miles
  • 2025 – 77,517 miles
  • 2024 – 75,686 miles
  • 2023 – 73,883 miles
  • 2022 – 70,229 miles
  • 2021 – 67,395 miles
  • 2020 – 63,845 miles
  • 2019 – 63,185 miles
  • 2018 – 33,234 miles
  • 2017 – 26,669 miles
  • 2016 – 15,460 miles
  • 2015 – 14,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,296 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront suspension parts corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear suspension parts corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,296 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    80,296 miles
    Test number
    653229632462
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension parts corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension parts corroded
  2. Fail80,273 miles (+2,756)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,273 miles
    Test number
    786720489795
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension parts corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension parts corroded
  3. Pass77,517 miles (+1,831)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    77,517 miles
    Test number
    793012148445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass75,686 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,686 miles
    Test number
    691550636166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,497 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,497 miles
    Test number
    410927144868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,477 miles (+1,594)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,477 miles
    Test number
    779700548997
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryAdvise imbalance on rear brakes
  7. Pass73,883 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,883 miles
    Test number
    832749719400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    70,229 miles
    Test number
    181574945763
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail70,229 miles (+2,834)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,229 miles
    Test number
    396906372205
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass67,395 miles (+3,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    67,395 miles
    Test number
    862001698613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass63,845 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    63,845 miles
    Test number
    141425382754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,185 miles (+12,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,185 miles
    Test number
    639147595858
    • 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))
  13. Pass50,611 miles (+17,377)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    50,611 miles
    Test number
    775997056858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,234 miles (+6,565)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    33,234 miles
    Test number
    795371482413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking between tread
  15. Pass26,669 miles (+11,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    26,669 miles
    Test number
    855524367056
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  16. Pass15,460 miles (+479)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    15,460 miles
    Test number
    567493165154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    14,981 miles
    Test number
    625357285119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 LEZ

Does LR53 LEZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 LEZ is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 LEZ?
The MOT on LR53 LEZ is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 LEZ done?
LR53 LEZ was recorded at 80,296 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 5,806 miles a year.
Has LR53 LEZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 LEZ has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 LEZ 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 LEZ find?
LR53 LEZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded both rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded; front suspension parts corroded, and 3 more.

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