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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 EHTMOT history

LS53 EHT is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 183,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LS53 EHT blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
183,166 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EHT
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 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EHT was last recorded at 183,166 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,782 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
384 miles
Average per year
6,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,166 miles
  • 2025 – 182,782 miles
  • 2024 – 181,210 miles
  • 2023 – 176,783 miles
  • 2022 – 172,815 miles
  • 2021 – 169,119 miles
  • 2020 – 165,313 miles
  • 2019 – 159,854 miles
  • 2017 – 154,418 miles
  • 2016 – 149,347 miles
  • 2015 – 142,695 miles
  • 2014 – 135,308 miles
  • 2013 – 126,509 miles
  • 2012 – 120,991 miles
  • 2011 – 114,228 miles
  • 2010 – 107,435 miles
  • 2009 – 95,155 miles
  • 2008 – 80,902 miles
  • 2007 – 67,248 miles
  • 2006 – 54,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,166 miles
  • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Service brake binding but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,166 miles (+384)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    183,166 miles
    Test number
    692626155912
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,782 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    182,782 miles
    Test number
    440737956728
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail182,764 miles (+1,554)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,764 miles
    Test number
    910081348543
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass181,210 miles (+82)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    181,210 miles
    Test number
    837641997325
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail181,128 miles (+4,345)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,128 miles
    Test number
    354950110060
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 46% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass176,783 miles (+30)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    176,783 miles
    Test number
    143603913903
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail176,753 miles (+3,938)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,753 miles
    Test number
    940042628452
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass172,815 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    172,815 miles
    Test number
    410662473656
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail172,805 miles (+3,686)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,805 miles
    Test number
    542858826945
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  10. Pass169,119 miles (+62)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    169,119 miles
    Test number
    648641933103
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Fail169,057 miles (+3,744)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,057 miles
    Test number
    661368142650
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass165,313 miles (+3,052)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    165,313 miles
    Test number
    205980799649
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail162,261 miles (+2,407)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,261 miles
    Test number
    163537008360
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass159,854 miles (+92)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    159,854 miles
    Test number
    857827791668
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail159,762 miles (+5,344)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,762 miles
    Test number
    189986196146
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin smoke under bonnet suspect injector (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine soaked in oil
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNo eml

  16. Pass154,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    154,418 miles
    Test number
    206271779481
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail154,416 miles (+5,069)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,416 miles
    Test number
    243848622135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass149,347 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    149,347 miles
    Test number
    595123178948
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Fail149,250 miles (+6,555)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,250 miles
    Test number
    312730399513
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  20. Pass142,695 miles (+7,387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    142,695 miles
    Test number
    254645044976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass135,308 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    135,308 miles
    Test number
    116743064374
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail135,296 miles (+8,787)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,296 miles
    Test number
    297423164376
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass126,509 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    126,509 miles
    Test number
    768759923372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail126,430 miles (+5,439)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,430 miles
    Test number
    987397913370
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass120,991 miles (+6,763)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    120,991 miles
    Test number
    747873992262
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass114,228 miles (+6,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    114,228 miles
    Test number
    549117601378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass107,435 miles (+12,280)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    107,435 miles
    Test number
    453707300333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass95,155 miles (+14,253)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    95,155 miles
    Test number
    743180889282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

  29. Pass80,902 miles (+13,654)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    80,902 miles
    Test number
    371509708318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass67,248 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    67,248 miles
    Test number
    502160417369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/s/f slight bind

  31. Fail67,246 miles (+12,397)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,246 miles
    Test number
    612340717313
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/s/f slight bind

  32. Pass54,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,849 miles
    Test number
    504408006302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about LS53 EHT

Does LS53 EHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 EHT is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EHT?
The MOT on LS53 EHT is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 EHT done?
LS53 EHT was recorded at 183,166 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 6,686 miles a year.
Has LS53 EHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EHT has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 EHT 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 EHT find?
LS53 EHT passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: indicator tell-tale inoperative; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 1 more.

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