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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 ZTCMOT history

LR53 ZTC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 193,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

LR53 ZTC blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2024
Mileage
193,844 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ZTC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ZTC was last recorded at 193,844 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 12,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,023 miles · 11 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
12,821 miles
Average per year
9,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 193,844 miles
  • 2021 – 181,023 miles
  • 2020 – 173,465 miles
  • 2019 – 169,177 miles
  • 2018 – 164,231 miles
  • 2017 – 157,273 miles
  • 2016 – 149,467 miles
  • 2015 – 140,670 miles
  • 2014 – 133,689 miles
  • 2013 – 121,643 miles
  • 2012 – 109,656 miles
  • 2011 – 98,897 miles
  • 2010 – 86,931 miles
  • 2009 – 68,657 miles
  • 2008 – 59,879 miles
  • 2007 – 47,852 miles
  • 2006 – 34,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,844 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sill damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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 Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,844 miles (+12,821)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    193,844 miles
    Test number
    350846525466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass181,023 miles (+7,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    181,023 miles
    Test number
    315329801967
    • 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))

  3. Pass173,465 miles (+4,288)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    173,465 miles
    Test number
    128723551745
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack appears damp
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass169,177 miles (+4,946)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    169,177 miles
    Test number
    898404951695
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges

  5. Pass164,231 miles (+6,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    164,231 miles
    Test number
    455011804815
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass157,273 miles (+7,806)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    157,273 miles
    Test number
    399615683071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    149,467 miles
    Test number
    379954170018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail149,467 miles (+8,797)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,467 miles
    Test number
    392806407674
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Pass140,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    140,670 miles
    Test number
    470205352246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail140,670 miles (+6,981)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,670 miles
    Test number
    144144008422
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass133,689 miles (+12,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    133,689 miles
    Test number
    447371524487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass121,643 miles (+96)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,643 miles
    Test number
    999883223306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail121,547 miles (+11,891)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,547 miles
    Test number
    455939313307
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass109,656 miles (+10,759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    109,656 miles
    Test number
    408538112424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass98,897 miles (+11,966)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    98,897 miles
    Test number
    747139701391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,931 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    86,931 miles
    Test number
    491204510442
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE 2MM
    • NotePINHOLE & CORROSION ON EXHAUST FRONT PIPE/CAT
    • NoteREAR DISCS BADLY LIPPED & CORRODED
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE FIGURES SLANTED & POOR CONDITION
    • NoteREAR WIPER SMEARING

  17. Fail86,931 miles (+18,274)1 failure1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,931 miles
    Test number
    741744610358
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE 2MM
    • NotePINHOLE & CORROSION ON EXHAUST FRONT PIPE/CAT
    • NoteREAR DISCS BADLY LIPPED & CORRODED
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE FIGURES SLANTED & POOR CONDITION
    • NoteREAR WIPER SMEARING

  18. Pass68,657 miles (+370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,657 miles
    Test number
    150663299283
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail68,287 miles (+8,408)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,287 miles
    Test number
    162071289239
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass59,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,879 miles
    Test number
    432222228339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,875 miles (+12,023)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,875 miles
    Test number
    540022428337
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass47,852 miles (+13,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,852 miles
    Test number
    411952677222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail34,822 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,822 miles
    Test number
    310004476443
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass34,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,822 miles
    Test number
    990004776246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 ZTC

Does LR53 ZTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 ZTC expired on 13 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ZTC?
The MOT on LR53 ZTC expired on 13 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 ZTC done?
LR53 ZTC was recorded at 193,844 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 9,668 miles a year.
Has LR53 ZTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ZTC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on LR53 ZTC 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 ZTC find?
LR53 ZTC passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged; nearside front sill damaged, and 4 more.

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