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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 VCEMOT history

LS53 VCE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2023.

LS53 VCE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2024
Mileage
151,454 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VCE
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
6 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VCE was last recorded at 151,454 miles on 26 Jul 2023, 6,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,874 miles · 7 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6,580 miles
Average per year
6,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,454 miles
  • 2021 – 144,874 miles
  • 2019 – 140,684 miles
  • 2018 – 138,375 miles
  • 2017 – 135,883 miles
  • 2016 – 133,390 miles
  • 2015 – 128,192 miles
  • 2014 – 122,041 miles
  • 2013 – 115,870 miles
  • 2012 – 109,825 miles
  • 2011 – 103,006 miles
  • 2010 – 96,706 miles
  • 2009 – 86,164 miles
  • 2007 – 72,252 miles
  • 2006 – 50,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,454 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm/Axle arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,454 miles (+6,580)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    151,454 miles
    Test number
    649855884272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm/Axle arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,874 miles (+4,190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    144,874 miles
    Test number
    323653687311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass140,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,684 miles
    Test number
    370521609122
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail140,684 miles (+2,309)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,684 miles
    Test number
    258855183849
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass138,375 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    138,375 miles
    Test number
    817458923906
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre distorted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail138,365 miles (+2,482)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,365 miles
    Test number
    247421571850
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre distorted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass135,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    135,883 miles
    Test number
    545575207671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,883 miles (+2,493)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,883 miles
    Test number
    402824857985
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass133,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,390 miles
    Test number
    761599785441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,390 miles (+5,198)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,390 miles
    Test number
    555373976525
    • FailureCentre Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail128,192 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,192 miles
    Test number
    576508445110
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass128,192 miles (+6,151)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    128,192 miles
    Test number
    905698145122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass122,041 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    122,041 miles
    Test number
    505009044186
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAlternator clutch-pulley seized
    • NoteAuxiliary drive belt (a.k.a. fan-belt) deteriorated
    • NoteTurbo intercooler/union/pipe seeping

  14. Fail122,041 miles (+6,171)3 failures3 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,041 miles
    Test number
    229979544485
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAlternator clutch-pulley seized
    • NoteAuxiliary drive belt (a.k.a. fan-belt) deteriorated
    • NoteTurbo intercooler/union/pipe seeping

  15. Pass115,870 miles (+6,045)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    115,870 miles
    Test number
    895057853127
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre out of shape on inner tread
    • NoteWear on rear brake discs

  16. Pass109,825 miles (+6,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    109,825 miles
    Test number
    769424662158
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass103,006 miles (+6,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    103,006 miles
    Test number
    638804551149
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass96,706 miles (+10,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    96,706 miles
    Test number
    124227160151
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail86,164 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,164 miles
    Test number
    184607539007
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass86,164 miles (+13,912)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    86,164 miles
    Test number
    583647639016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,252 miles (+22,118)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    72,252 miles
    Test number
    162061937393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    50,134 miles
    Test number
    573663736352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VCE

Does LS53 VCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VCE expired on 25 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VCE?
The MOT on LS53 VCE expired on 25 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VCE done?
LS53 VCE was recorded at 151,454 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2023, an average of 6,084 miles a year.
Has LS53 VCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VCE has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LS53 VCE 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 VCE find?
LS53 VCE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm/axle arm; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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