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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 NJEMOT history

LS53 NJE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 225,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2023.

LS53 NJE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2024
Mileage
225,411 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NJE
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
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 NJE was last recorded at 225,411 miles on 8 Feb 2023, 13,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,232 miles · 25 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
13,179 miles
Average per year
6,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 225,411 miles
  • 2022 – 212,232 miles
  • 2021 – 201,391 miles
  • 2020 – 197,327 miles
  • 2019 – 192,152 miles
  • 2018 – 181,053 miles
  • 2017 – 170,800 miles
  • 2015 – 162,442 miles
  • 2014 – 157,409 miles
  • 2013 – 152,444 miles
  • 2012 – 147,874 miles
  • 2011 – 143,289 miles
  • 2010 – 138,441 miles
  • 2009 – 133,554 miles
  • 2008 – 128,857 miles
  • 2007 – 123,340 miles
  • 2006 – 121,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,411 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,411 miles (+13,179)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    225,411 miles
    Test number
    263606016488
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass212,232 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    212,232 miles
    Test number
    139944607654
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail212,231 miles (+10,840)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,231 miles
    Test number
    900929815889
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad showing signs of excessive heat

  4. Pass201,391 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    201,391 miles
    Test number
    236135709219
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded

  5. Fail201,391 miles (+4,064)12 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,391 miles
    Test number
    363181732493
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin loose
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded

  6. Pass197,327 miles (+5,175)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    197,327 miles
    Test number
    297351420854
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass192,152 miles (+11,099)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    192,152 miles
    Test number
    580826975482
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass181,053 miles (+10,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    181,053 miles
    Test number
    601326238302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass170,800 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    170,800 miles
    Test number
    714381676021
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail170,799 miles (+8,357)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,799 miles
    Test number
    333896962342
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass162,442 miles (+5,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    162,442 miles
    Test number
    155784548508
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Tyre cracking and close to limit

  12. Pass157,409 miles (+4,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    157,409 miles
    Test number
    337697784437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass152,444 miles (+4,570)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    152,444 miles
    Test number
    429141593286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass147,874 miles (+4,585)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    147,874 miles
    Test number
    797719892245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass143,289 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    143,289 miles
    Test number
    939607101309
    • NoteAdvise back box outer skin
    • NoteAdvise nsr disc ridges

  16. Fail143,289 miles (+4,848)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,289 miles
    Test number
    748389691249
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAdvise back box outer skin
    • NoteAdvise nsr disc ridges

  17. Pass138,441 miles (+4,887)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    138,441 miles
    Test number
    491464490234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slightly scorn

  18. Pass133,554 miles (+4,697)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    133,554 miles
    Test number
    403408889284
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass128,857 miles (+5,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    128,857 miles
    Test number
    393405608363
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass123,340 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    123,340 miles
    Test number
    674155607346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass121,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    121,972 miles
    Test number
    321315786459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 NJE

Does LS53 NJE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 NJE expired on 7 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NJE?
The MOT on LS53 NJE expired on 7 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 NJE done?
LS53 NJE was recorded at 225,411 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2023, an average of 6,336 miles a year.
Has LS53 NJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NJE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 NJE 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 NJE find?
LS53 NJE passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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