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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 SVGMOT history

LS53 SVG is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

LS53 SVG green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
99,044 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 SVG
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
21 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 SVG was last recorded at 99,044 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 1,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,597 miles · 2 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,447 miles
Average per year
3,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,044 miles
  • 2021 – 97,597 miles
  • 2020 – 95,455 miles
  • 2019 – 93,055 miles
  • 2018 – 90,884 miles
  • 2017 – 88,440 miles
  • 2016 – 85,386 miles
  • 2015 – 80,850 miles
  • 2014 – 78,694 miles
  • 2013 – 77,826 miles
  • 2012 – 75,046 miles
  • 2011 – 70,638 miles
  • 2010 – 62,462 miles
  • 2009 – 55,618 miles
  • 2008 – 48,582 miles
  • 2007 – 41,599 miles
  • 2006 – 33,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,044 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency just in limit

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.

  • Corrosion to front brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,044 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    731085737829
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency just in limit

  2. Fail99,044 miles (+1,447)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    441094128450
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency just in limit

  3. Pass97,597 miles (+2,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,597 miles
    Test number
    988835981010
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s front wing corroded - not too jagged

  4. Pass95,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,455 miles
    Test number
    595891107041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,455 miles (+2,400)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,455 miles
    Test number
    165395771451
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass93,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,055 miles
    Test number
    537393175533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,053 miles (+2,169)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,053 miles
    Test number
    381676995402
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  8. Pass90,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,884 miles
    Test number
    337533248112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,884 miles (+2,444)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,884 miles
    Test number
    729399950896
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass88,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,440 miles
    Test number
    907473691954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,440 miles (+3,054)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,440 miles
    Test number
    876616472258
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass85,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    565294425420
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front brake discs

  13. Fail85,386 miles (+4,536)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    636627839880
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front brake discs

  14. Pass80,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    276586718398
    • AdvisoryWear to front + n/s rear tyres -- front brake discs corroded

  15. Fail80,850 miles (+2,156)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    640379406265
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryWear to front + n/s rear tyres -- front brake discs corroded

  16. Pass78,694 miles (+868)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,694 miles
    Test number
    779998384239
    • NoteWear to n/s rear tyre

  17. Pass77,826 miles (+2,780)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,826 miles
    Test number
    458293703324
    • NoteSlight blow at front exhaust

  18. Pass75,046 miles (+4,408)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,046 miles
    Test number
    819217402264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,638 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,638 miles
    Test number
    105624491123
    • NoteFront + rear brake discs corroded

  20. Fail70,638 miles (+8,176)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,638 miles
    Test number
    258654591496
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront + rear brake discs corroded

  21. Pass62,462 miles (+6,844)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,462 miles
    Test number
    282783070492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,618 miles (+7,036)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    55,618 miles
    Test number
    934080559148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,582 miles (+6,983)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,582 miles
    Test number
    823381258121
    • NoteWear to both front + o/s rear tyres --- corrosion to front + rear brake discs

  24. Pass41,599 miles (+7,749)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,599 miles
    Test number
    232989447176
    • NoteWear to front/rear brake pads + discs

  25. Pass33,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,850 miles
    Test number
    541963646196
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LS53 SVG

Does LS53 SVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 SVG expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 SVG?
The MOT on LS53 SVG expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 SVG done?
LS53 SVG was recorded at 99,044 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 3,964 miles a year.
Has LS53 SVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 SVG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 SVG 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 SVG find?
LS53 SVG passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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