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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 JDZMOT history

LS53 JDZ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 176,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2023.

LS53 JDZ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2023
Mileage
176,725 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 JDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 JDZ was last recorded at 176,725 miles on 26 Apr 2023, 13,962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,763 miles · 20 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
13,962 miles
Average per year
7,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,725 miles
  • 2022 – 162,763 miles
  • 2021 – 146,960 miles
  • 2019 – 142,121 miles
  • 2018 – 132,552 miles
  • 2017 – 123,296 miles
  • 2016 – 115,540 miles
  • 2015 – 108,959 miles
  • 2014 – 102,245 miles
  • 2013 – 95,434 miles
  • 2012 – 86,156 miles
  • 2011 – 80,618 miles
  • 2010 – 74,973 miles
  • 2009 – 70,232 miles
  • 2008 – 63,661 miles
  • 2007 – 55,135 miles
  • 2006 – 47,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,725 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail bolt loose (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,725 miles (+13,962)2 dangerous10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,725 miles
    Test number
    914548220135
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail bolt loose (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass162,763 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    162,763 miles
    Test number
    142351854874
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail162,762 miles (+15,802)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,762 miles
    Test number
    620591420070
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass146,960 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    146,960 miles
    Test number
    408042654432
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear door wont open from the inside
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  5. Fail146,943 miles (+4,822)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,943 miles
    Test number
    938424347594
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass142,121 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,121 miles
    Test number
    498872737014
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail142,121 miles (+9,569)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,121 miles
    Test number
    482205483743
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass132,552 miles (+9,256)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    132,552 miles
    Test number
    609607124360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass123,296 miles (+7,756)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    123,296 miles
    Test number
    355611994908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,540 miles (+6,581)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    115,540 miles
    Test number
    343442030098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,959 miles (+6,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,959 miles
    Test number
    924505783320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass102,245 miles (+6,811)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    102,245 miles
    Test number
    627862404346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass95,434 miles (+9,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    95,434 miles
    Test number
    816483003304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  14. Pass86,156 miles (+5,538)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    86,156 miles
    Test number
    185263602335
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront discs have a rusty lip

  15. Fail80,618 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,618 miles
    Test number
    816268791280
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • NoteO/s/r disc looks like it has got hot

  16. Pass80,618 miles (+5,645)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,618 miles
    Test number
    975218491288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • NoteO/s/r disc looks like it has got hot

  17. Fail74,973 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,973 miles
    Test number
    472889910381
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteFornt brake discs worn

  18. Pass74,973 miles (+4,741)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    74,973 miles
    Test number
    473489810439
    • NoteFornt brake discs worn

  19. Pass70,232 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,232 miles
    Test number
    254143609394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,661 miles (+8,526)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    63,661 miles
    Test number
    304693328345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,135 miles (+7,307)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,135 miles
    Test number
    492814427496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,828 miles
    Test number
    163430116331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 JDZ

Does LS53 JDZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 JDZ expired on 19 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 JDZ?
The MOT on LS53 JDZ expired on 19 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 JDZ done?
LS53 JDZ was recorded at 176,725 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2023, an average of 7,827 miles a year.
Has LS53 JDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 JDZ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 JDZ 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 JDZ find?
LS53 JDZ failed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 10 major defects and 1 minor defect: offside front anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail bolt loose; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn, and 10 more.

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