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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 EJCMOT history

LS53 EJC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2021.

LS53 EJC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2022
Mileage
138,289 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EJC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EJC was last recorded at 138,289 miles on 26 Oct 2021, 135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,154 miles · 22 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
135 miles
Average per year
7,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 138,289 miles
  • 2020 – 127,992 miles
  • 2019 – 125,393 miles
  • 2018 – 118,256 miles
  • 2017 – 103,611 miles
  • 2016 – 92,644 miles
  • 2015 – 89,472 miles
  • 2014 – 75,774 miles
  • 2013 – 66,616 miles
  • 2012 – 61,605 miles
  • 2011 – 53,960 miles
  • 2010 – 47,077 miles
  • 2009 – 40,257 miles
  • 2008 – 34,236 miles
  • 2007 – 27,802 miles
  • 2006 – 21,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,289 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Unable to carried out inspection of rear seats

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,289 miles (+135)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    138,289 miles
    Test number
    291844717308
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail138,154 miles (+10,162)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,154 miles
    Test number
    526270658386
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass127,992 miles (+72)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    127,992 miles
    Test number
    472537385226
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to carried out inspection of rear seats

  4. Fail127,920 miles (+2,527)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,920 miles
    Test number
    529210021286
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to carried out inspection of rear seats

  5. Pass125,393 miles (+86)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    125,393 miles
    Test number
    759122726414
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,307 miles (+7,051)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,307 miles
    Test number
    815659376303
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,256 miles
    Test number
    159714148189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,256 miles (+14,645)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,256 miles
    Test number
    210746122456
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass103,611 miles (+10,967)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    103,611 miles
    Test number
    457230133954
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNear/side/mirror glass damaged

  10. Pass92,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,644 miles
    Test number
    159542377650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,644 miles (+3,172)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,644 miles
    Test number
    610094208523
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass89,472 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,472 miles
    Test number
    942835181278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,456 miles (+13,682)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,456 miles
    Test number
    464411001696
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass75,774 miles (+6)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,774 miles
    Test number
    179240224308
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to wear
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteFoot brake travel could be improved
    • NoteJacking damage to o/s closing sill

  15. Fail75,768 miles (+9,152)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,768 miles
    Test number
    207429314316
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to wear
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteFoot brake travel could be improved
    • NoteJacking damage to o/s closing sill

  16. Fail66,616 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,616 miles
    Test number
    209479413306
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass66,616 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,616 miles
    Test number
    486189813356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,605 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,605 miles
    Test number
    155210422369
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  19. Fail61,605 miles (+7,645)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,605 miles
    Test number
    465970222324
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  20. Pass53,960 miles (+388)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,960 miles
    Test number
    465071621497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail53,572 miles (+6,495)2 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,572 miles
    Test number
    786668501391
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass47,077 miles (+6,820)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,077 miles
    Test number
    832330610374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,257 miles (+6,021)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,257 miles
    Test number
    222644619392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,236 miles
    Test number
    153648318368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,236 miles (+6,434)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,236 miles
    Test number
    720588518370
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass27,802 miles (+6,090)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    27,802 miles
    Test number
    694622217311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,712 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,712 miles
    Test number
    234504516301
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS53 EJC

Does LS53 EJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 EJC expired on 25 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EJC?
The MOT on LS53 EJC expired on 25 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 EJC done?
LS53 EJC was recorded at 138,289 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2021, an average of 7,793 miles a year.
Has LS53 EJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EJC has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 EJC 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 EJC find?
LS53 EJC passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2021 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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