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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LS53 EAMMOT history

LS53 EAM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

LS53 EAM blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
159,381 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EAM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EAM was last recorded at 159,381 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 6,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,754 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,627 miles
Average per year
7,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,381 miles
  • 2024 – 152,754 miles
  • 2023 – 149,424 miles
  • 2022 – 145,343 miles
  • 2021 – 141,551 miles
  • 2020 – 137,751 miles
  • 2019 – 135,359 miles
  • 2018 – 131,377 miles
  • 2017 – 125,486 miles
  • 2016 – 120,585 miles
  • 2015 – 119,359 miles
  • 2014 – 112,398 miles
  • 2013 – 103,104 miles
  • 2012 – 82,317 miles
  • 2011 – 55,149 miles
  • 2010 – 44,868 miles
  • 2009 – 36,563 miles
  • 2008 – 30,459 miles
  • 2006 – 22,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,381 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,381 miles (+6,627)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    159,381 miles
    Test number
    141848475567
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass152,754 miles (+3,330)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    152,754 miles
    Test number
    913737154509
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,424 miles (+4,081)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    149,424 miles
    Test number
    439600158730
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,343 miles (+3,792)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    145,343 miles
    Test number
    282805005987
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,551 miles
    Test number
    423245401881
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail141,551 miles (+3,800)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,551 miles
    Test number
    979692807179
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass137,751 miles (+2,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,751 miles
    Test number
    154357261446
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass135,359 miles (+3,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,359 miles
    Test number
    894090802844
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass131,377 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,377 miles
    Test number
    701746312298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail131,376 miles (+5,890)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,376 miles
    Test number
    954342637326
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass125,486 miles (+4,901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    125,486 miles
    Test number
    857964829493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass120,585 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,585 miles
    Test number
    392658415115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail120,584 miles (+1,225)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,584 miles
    Test number
    638637467693
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass119,359 miles (+6,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    119,359 miles
    Test number
    721470652969
    • AdvisoryN/s frt tyre worn
    • AdvisoryO/s frt wishbone bushes worn

  15. Pass112,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    112,398 miles
    Test number
    117257204373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail112,398 miles (+9,294)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,398 miles
    Test number
    946207104304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass103,104 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    103,104 miles
    Test number
    476985303328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,530 miles (+17,213)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,530 miles
    Test number
    266568993031
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass82,317 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,317 miles
    Test number
    775873802168
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail82,317 miles (+27,168)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,317 miles
    Test number
    628973102109
    • FailureNearside Front 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWorn pad light on dash

  21. Pass55,149 miles (+10,281)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,149 miles
    Test number
    377894311069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,868 miles (+8,305)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,868 miles
    Test number
    512519200085
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear nearside brake pad wearing low !!

  23. Pass36,563 miles (+6,104)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    36,563 miles
    Test number
    502476819097
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail30,459 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,459 miles
    Test number
    493745508007
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass30,459 miles (+8,010)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,459 miles
    Test number
    622815708072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,449 miles
    Test number
    520586436355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 EAM

Does LS53 EAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 EAM is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EAM?
The MOT on LS53 EAM is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 EAM done?
LS53 EAM was recorded at 159,381 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 7,243 miles a year.
Has LS53 EAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EAM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 EAM 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 LS53 EAM find?
LS53 EAM passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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