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Volkswagen Touareg

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,460 cc

LS53 EBJMOT history

LS53 EBJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 10 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 151,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2022
Mileage
151,494 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 EBJ was last recorded at 151,494 miles on 9 Jan 2023, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,473 miles · 7 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
7,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,494 miles
  • 2021 – 151,473 miles
  • 2020 – 145,064 miles
  • 2019 – 138,069 miles
  • 2018 – 128,820 miles
  • 2017 – 116,676 miles
  • 2016 – 105,456 miles
  • 2015 – 97,644 miles
  • 2014 – 89,230 miles
  • 2013 – 81,728 miles
  • 2012 – 77,594 miles
  • 2011 – 69,143 miles
  • 2010 – 63,004 miles
  • 2009 – 50,361 miles
  • 2008 – 40,772 miles
  • 2007 – 29,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail151,494 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Various protective covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail151,494 miles (+21)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,494 miles
    Test number
    197075073018
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail151,473 miles (+18)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,473 miles
    Test number
    305530218973
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPad light on

  3. Pass151,455 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    151,455 miles
    Test number
    868464537052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail151,451 miles (+6,387)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,451 miles
    Test number
    353488752339
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,064 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    145,064 miles
    Test number
    414194140873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail145,042 miles (+6,973)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,042 miles
    Test number
    628837495617
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass138,069 miles (+9,249)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    619717581971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all
    • AdvisoryEgr cooler pipe split , slight leak of exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryVarious protective covers fitted

  8. Pass128,820 miles (+12,144)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    128,820 miles
    Test number
    254729242180
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both slightly
    • AdvisoryBrake judder detected on road ( brake ) test
    • AdvisoryVarious protective covers fitted

  9. Pass116,676 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,676 miles
    Test number
    764845596899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious protective covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWiper blades poor

  10. Fail116,676 miles (+11,220)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,676 miles
    Test number
    650382053271
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious protective covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWiper blades poor

  11. Pass105,456 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    984676661908
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to offside rear/seat belt not checked
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre low out side edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre small tear in side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight washer poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  12. Fail105,456 miles (+7,812)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    475169863148
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear facing outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to offside rear/seat belt not checked
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre low out side edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre small tear in side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight washer poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  13. Fail97,644 miles1 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,644 miles
    Test number
    467892155157
    • Repaired at testFront Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  14. Pass97,644 miles (+8,414)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,644 miles
    Test number
    789312855143
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  15. Pass89,230 miles4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,230 miles
    Test number
    726470454159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteOffside number plate lamp lens damaged
    • NoteSmall cut in sidewall nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail89,230 miles (+7,502)2 failures6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,230 miles
    Test number
    345047944190
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteOffside number plate lamp lens damaged
    • NoteSmall cut in sidewall nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass81,728 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    81,728 miles
    Test number
    279330623403
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail81,727 miles (+4,133)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    247559213183
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass77,594 miles (+8,451)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,594 miles
    Test number
    126054742153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,143 miles (+6,139)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,143 miles
    Test number
    715343341175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,004 miles (+12,643)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,004 miles
    Test number
    810678230168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,361 miles (+9,589)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,361 miles
    Test number
    882674609123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,772 miles (+11,551)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,772 miles
    Test number
    954423478048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,221 miles
    Test number
    421256247045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 EBJ

Does LS53 EBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 EBJ expired on 29 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EBJ?
The MOT on LS53 EBJ expired on 29 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 EBJ done?
LS53 EBJ was recorded at 151,494 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2023, an average of 7,691 miles a year.
Has LS53 EBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EBJ has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 EBJ 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 EBJ find?
LS53 EBJ failed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect and 7 major defects: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 5 more.

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