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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,792 cc

LR53 RKJMOT history

LR53 RKJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 140,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2024.

LR53 RKJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2025
Mileage
140,597 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 RKJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 RKJ was last recorded at 140,597 miles on 16 Dec 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,591 miles · 20 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,597 miles
  • 2023 – 140,591 miles
  • 2022 – 140,556 miles
  • 2021 – 137,092 miles
  • 2020 – 128,099 miles
  • 2019 – 122,654 miles
  • 2018 – 119,707 miles
  • 2017 – 114,719 miles
  • 2016 – 106,365 miles
  • 2015 – 97,983 miles
  • 2014 – 90,561 miles
  • 2013 – 83,494 miles
  • 2012 – 76,808 miles
  • 2011 – 69,577 miles
  • 2010 – 61,686 miles
  • 2009 – 57,210 miles
  • 2008 – 55,146 miles
  • 2007 – 41,977 miles
  • 2006 – 33,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,597 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear x4 (5.3.3 (b) (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 Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer CV gaiter slightly deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,597 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    140,597 miles
    Test number
    322166047524
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail140,597 miles (+6)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,597 miles
    Test number
    667063139887
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass140,591 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    140,591 miles
    Test number
    437661966103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail140,591 miles (+35)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,591 miles
    Test number
    670900038764
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested car failed to start (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed car failed to start (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass140,556 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,556 miles
    Test number
    654953227728
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail140,554 miles (+3,462)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,554 miles
    Test number
    696143084818
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass137,092 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,092 miles
    Test number
    705499518422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV gaiter slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail137,092 miles (+8,993)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,092 miles
    Test number
    317757054791
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV gaiter slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass128,099 miles (+5,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,099 miles
    Test number
    959407835226
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass122,654 miles (+2,947)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,654 miles
    Test number
    289537109707
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass119,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,707 miles
    Test number
    439650494844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail119,707 miles (+4,988)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,707 miles
    Test number
    690322615552
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass114,719 miles (+8,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,719 miles
    Test number
    823992437607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass106,365 miles (+8,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,365 miles
    Test number
    795709118810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  15. Pass97,983 miles (+7,422)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    807512955129
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass90,561 miles (+7,067)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    90,561 miles
    Test number
    265363454420
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre perished

  17. Pass83,494 miles (+6,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,494 miles
    Test number
    566635453179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass76,808 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,808 miles
    Test number
    797983052149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteManagement light on

  19. Fail76,808 miles (+7,231)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,808 miles
    Test number
    579623452140
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteManagement light on

  20. Pass69,577 miles (+7,891)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,577 miles
    Test number
    299683451142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,686 miles (+4,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,686 miles
    Test number
    382043700179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass57,210 miles (+2,064)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,210 miles
    Test number
    134979789429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,146 miles (+13,169)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,146 miles
    Test number
    220047568246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,977 miles (+8,264)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,977 miles
    Test number
    852983947283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    33,713 miles
    Test number
    310485186299
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR53 RKJ

Does LR53 RKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 RKJ expired on 22 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 RKJ?
The MOT on LR53 RKJ expired on 22 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 RKJ done?
LR53 RKJ was recorded at 140,597 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2024, an average of 5,879 miles a year.
Has LR53 RKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 RKJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 RKJ 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 RKJ find?
LR53 RKJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2024 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 5 more.

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