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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 SVDMOT history

LS53 SVD is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 148,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2021.

LS53 SVD green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2022
Mileage
148,383 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 SVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 SVD was last recorded at 148,383 miles on 18 Nov 2021, 4,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,247 miles · 17 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,136 miles
Average per year
7,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 148,383 miles
  • 2020 – 144,247 miles
  • 2019 – 137,033 miles
  • 2018 – 127,563 miles
  • 2017 – 118,612 miles
  • 2016 – 110,539 miles
  • 2015 – 105,915 miles
  • 2014 – 99,875 miles
  • 2013 – 80,218 miles
  • 2012 – 73,619 miles
  • 2011 – 68,447 miles
  • 2010 – 63,515 miles
  • 2009 – 55,974 miles
  • 2008 – 51,177 miles
  • 2007 – 45,742 miles
  • 2006 – 38,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,383 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,383 miles (+4,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,383 miles
    Test number
    584061910455
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded
  2. Pass144,247 miles (+7,214)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,247 miles
    Test number
    960146686303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower turbo intercooler pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake performance only just met requirements
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion offside rear outer door sill
  3. Pass137,033 miles (+9,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,033 miles
    Test number
    104415808830
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing slightly on edges
  4. Pass127,563 miles (+80)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,563 miles
    Test number
    933198066791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail127,483 miles (+8,871)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,483 miles
    Test number
    512394088480
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass118,612 miles (+8,073)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,612 miles
    Test number
    714464551409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,539 miles (+4,624)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,539 miles
    Test number
    955334287158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support bracket broken
  8. Pass105,915 miles (+6,040)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    105,915 miles
    Test number
    598252348640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,875 miles (+19,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,875 miles
    Test number
    955572404346
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  10. Pass80,218 miles (+6,599)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,218 miles
    Test number
    539610113373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,619 miles
    Test number
    205870522384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,619 miles (+5,172)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,619 miles
    Test number
    617409712375
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Pass68,447 miles (+4,932)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,447 miles
    Test number
    499568321430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass63,515 miles (+7,541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,515 miles
    Test number
    924250130338
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass55,974 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,974 miles
    Test number
    270357929378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,177 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,177 miles
    Test number
    422310938437
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  17. Pass51,177 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    51,177 miles
    Test number
    870990238325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,742 miles (+7,250)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    45,742 miles
    Test number
    670580837318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,492 miles
    Test number
    581078916331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 SVD

Does LS53 SVD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 SVD expired on 25 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 SVD?
The MOT on LS53 SVD expired on 25 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 SVD done?
LS53 SVD was recorded at 148,383 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2021, an average of 7,320 miles a year.
Has LS53 SVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 SVD has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LS53 SVD 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 SVD find?
LS53 SVD passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: offside rear sill corroded.

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