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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LS53 EHZMOT history

LS53 EHZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 88,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

LS53 EHZ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
88,747 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EHZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EHZ was last recorded at 88,747 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 2,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,050 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,697 miles
Average per year
4,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,747 miles
  • 2025 – 86,050 miles
  • 2024 – 78,614 miles
  • 2023 – 72,199 miles
  • 2022 – 64,747 miles
  • 2021 – 52,491 miles
  • 2020 – 51,404 miles
  • 2019 – 49,968 miles
  • 2018 – 47,362 miles
  • 2017 – 44,591 miles
  • 2016 – 41,686 miles
  • 2015 – 38,371 miles
  • 2014 – 35,433 miles
  • 2013 – 31,713 miles
  • 2012 – 28,717 miles
  • 2011 – 25,777 miles
  • 2010 – 22,851 miles
  • 2009 – 19,747 miles
  • 2008 – 16,259 miles
  • 2007 – 12,877 miles
  • 2006 – 9,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,747 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear suspension components slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,747 miles (+2,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    88,747 miles
    Test number
    781015255013
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass86,050 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    86,050 miles
    Test number
    376077247139
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slightly corroded

  3. Fail86,050 miles (+7,436)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,050 miles
    Test number
    611557228678
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slightly corroded

  4. Pass78,614 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    216774160255
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail78,614 miles (+6,415)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    715495948567
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,199 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,199 miles
    Test number
    662300831692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on suspension and braking

  7. Fail72,199 miles (+7,452)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,199 miles
    Test number
    977404215436
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on suspension and braking

  8. Pass64,747 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,747 miles
    Test number
    749882168478
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slightly corroded

  9. Fail64,747 miles (+12,256)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,747 miles
    Test number
    614468811049
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slightly corroded

  10. Pass52,491 miles (+1,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,491 miles
    Test number
    597659214246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass51,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    51,404 miles
    Test number
    415514585763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,404 miles (+1,436)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,404 miles
    Test number
    581318547709
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass49,968 miles (+2,606)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,968 miles
    Test number
    584553327651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,362 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,362 miles
    Test number
    510818325878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,591 miles (+2,905)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,591 miles
    Test number
    955314233014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,686 miles
    Test number
    957685396745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,686 miles (+3,315)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,686 miles
    Test number
    498289919672
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass38,371 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,371 miles
    Test number
    107538728472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,433 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,433 miles
    Test number
    196081204388
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass35,433 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,433 miles
    Test number
    516221904316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,713 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,713 miles
    Test number
    225372503308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail28,717 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,717 miles
    Test number
    295803702352
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass28,717 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    28,717 miles
    Test number
    426603002447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    25,777 miles
    Test number
    137331811389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,777 miles (+2,926)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,777 miles
    Test number
    429411711493
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass22,851 miles (+3,104)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    22,851 miles
    Test number
    403680700404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,747 miles (+3,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    19,747 miles
    Test number
    852436509330
    • 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)

  28. Pass16,259 miles (+3,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    16,259 miles
    Test number
    482424408367
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  29. Pass12,877 miles (+3,583)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    12,877 miles
    Test number
    602777317374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass9,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    9,294 miles
    Test number
    730423616349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 EHZ

Does LS53 EHZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 EHZ is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EHZ?
The MOT on LS53 EHZ is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 EHZ done?
LS53 EHZ was recorded at 88,747 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 4,057 miles a year.
Has LS53 EHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EHZ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 EHZ 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 EHZ find?
LS53 EHZ passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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