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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 ENHMOT history

LS53 ENH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 253,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

LS53 ENH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
253,632 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
12,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ENH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ENH was last recorded at 253,632 miles on 1 May 2025, 27,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,950 miles · 27 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
27,682 miles
Average per year
12,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 253,632 miles
  • 2024 – 225,950 miles
  • 2023 – 217,012 miles
  • 2021 – 199,946 miles
  • 2020 – 188,820 miles
  • 2019 – 177,433 miles
  • 2018 – 164,627 miles
  • 2017 – 154,939 miles
  • 2016 – 146,124 miles
  • 2015 – 140,183 miles
  • 2014 – 133,359 miles
  • 2013 – 127,220 miles
  • 2012 – 121,740 miles
  • 2011 – 114,484 miles
  • 2010 – 105,671 miles
  • 2009 – 87,448 miles
  • 2008 – 71,335 miles
  • 2007 – 53,591 miles
  • 2006 – 30,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,632 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPark break effort only just met

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.

  • Both rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • All rear brake pipes corroded around rear axle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Corrosion on offside centre floorpan

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,632 miles (+27,682)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    253,632 miles
    Test number
    798324273133
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPark break effort only just met
  2. Pass225,950 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    225,950 miles
    Test number
    930936265797
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner end of gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack gaiter wet with oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside anod offside outer sills show corrosion damage and repair
  3. Fail225,944 miles (+8,932)2 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,944 miles
    Test number
    706302424929
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened nearside and offside mounting bolt areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly in head lamp (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner end of gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack gaiter wet with oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside anod offside outer sills show corrosion damage and repair
  4. Pass217,012 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    217,012 miles
    Test number
    277898872624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail216,974 miles (+17,028)3 dangerous3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,974 miles
    Test number
    259550922841
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass199,946 miles (+17)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    199,946 miles
    Test number
    849152069138
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front inner wheel arch cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front spare wheel fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
  7. Fail199,929 miles (+11,109)9 major3 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,929 miles
    Test number
    914082477792
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front inner wheel arch cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front spare wheel fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light on
    • AdvisoryBoth front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
  8. Pass188,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    188,820 miles
    Test number
    358515546994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail188,820 miles (+11,387)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,820 miles
    Test number
    161147818595
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded X 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded X 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired SILL TO INNER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired WHEEL ARCH (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired SILL TO INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INSECURE (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  10. Pass177,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    177,433 miles
    Test number
    474709815915
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryStone chip in wind screen
  11. Fail177,433 miles (+12,806)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,433 miles
    Test number
    224283862186
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryStone chip in wind screen
  12. Pass164,627 miles (+184)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    164,627 miles
    Test number
    305197741760
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
  13. Fail164,443 miles (+9,504)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,443 miles
    Test number
    378190214067
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
  14. Pass154,939 miles (+125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    154,939 miles
    Test number
    475134890768
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes corroded around rear axle
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside centre floorpan
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
  15. Fail154,814 miles (+8,690)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,814 miles
    Test number
    929538188430
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes corroded around rear axle
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside centre floorpan
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
  16. Pass146,124 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    146,124 miles
    Test number
    535716039533
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes corroded around rear axle
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres splitting in tread
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside centre floorpan
  17. Fail146,124 miles (+5,941)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,124 miles
    Test number
    511069206725
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes corroded around rear axle
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres splitting in tread
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside centre floorpan
  18. Pass140,183 miles (+147)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    140,183 miles
    Test number
    441973936369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside rear floorpan
    • AdvisoryNearside front coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear braided brake pipe slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing low (3mm)
  19. Fail140,036 miles (+6,677)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,036 miles
    Test number
    283336379549
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside rear floorpan
    • AdvisoryNearside front coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing low (3mm)
  20. Pass133,359 miles (+47)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    133,359 miles
    Test number
    438304704427
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • NoteNearside inner and outer sill corroded
    • NoteOffside inner sill corroded
    • NoteRear flexy feruls corroded and deteriated
  21. Fail133,312 miles (+6,092)6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,312 miles
    Test number
    817868494285
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • NoteNearside inner and outer sill corroded
    • NoteOffside inner sill corroded
    • NoteRear flexy feruls corroded and deteriated
  22. Pass127,220 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    127,220 miles
    Test number
    809374573204
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront coilsprings corroded
    • NoteInner sills corroding
    • NoteRear tyres wearing ;low
  23. Fail127,220 miles (+52)1 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,220 miles
    Test number
    948134773239
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront coilsprings corroded
    • NoteInner sills corroding
    • NoteRear tyres wearing ;low
  24. Fail127,168 miles (+5,428)7 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,168 miles
    Test number
    928359763280
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront coilsprings corroded
    • NoteInner sills corroding
    • NoteRear tyres wearing ;low
  25. Pass121,740 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    121,740 miles
    Test number
    947703512363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  26. Fail121,740 miles (+658)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,740 miles
    Test number
    425483612360
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  27. Fail121,082 miles (+6,598)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,082 miles
    Test number
    475001902356
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil level at min
  28. Fail114,484 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,484 miles
    Test number
    329034991440
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  29. Pass114,484 miles (+8,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    114,484 miles
    Test number
    389704291410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Pass105,671 miles (+18,223)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    105,671 miles
    Test number
    362776700323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass87,448 miles (+16,113)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    87,448 miles
    Test number
    751807709349
    • NoteFront and rear discs are in poor condition
    • NoteFront reg plate in poor condition
    • NoteParking brake may benefit from some attention
    • NotePower steering pipe damp no signs of a leak
    • NoteSlight lift in both front strut top mounts but not excessive
  32. Pass71,335 miles (+17,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    71,335 miles
    Test number
    444459408442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  33. Pass53,591 miles (+23,382)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,591 miles
    Test number
    911063217332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass30,209 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,209 miles
    Test number
    380204986255
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to wear low

Questions about LS53 ENH

Does LS53 ENH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 ENH expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ENH?
The MOT on LS53 ENH expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 ENH done?
LS53 ENH was recorded at 253,632 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 12,042 miles a year.
Has LS53 ENH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ENH has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LS53 ENH 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 ENH find?
LS53 ENH passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit inner edge, and 4 more.

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