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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 VCUMOT history

LS53 VCU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 182,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2022.

LS53 VCU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2023
Mileage
182,387 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VCU was last recorded at 182,387 miles on 14 Dec 2022, 24,829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,558 miles · 22 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
24,829 miles
Average per year
8,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,387 miles
  • 2021 – 157,558 miles
  • 2020 – 153,479 miles
  • 2019 – 151,822 miles
  • 2018 – 145,622 miles
  • 2017 – 138,314 miles
  • 2016 – 132,664 miles
  • 2015 – 125,308 miles
  • 2014 – 111,872 miles
  • 2013 – 103,666 miles
  • 2012 – 96,445 miles
  • 2011 – 88,165 miles
  • 2010 – 80,877 miles
  • 2009 – 72,600 miles
  • 2008 – 62,524 miles
  • 2007 – 51,799 miles
  • 2006 – 40,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,387 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged but not affecting drivers view

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,387 miles (+24,829)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    182,387 miles
    Test number
    958780052068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged but not affecting drivers view

  2. Pass157,558 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    157,558 miles
    Test number
    803211592694
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail157,558 miles (+4,079)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,558 miles
    Test number
    269984923804
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass153,479 miles (+1,657)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,479 miles
    Test number
    669583124976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,822 miles (+6,200)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,822 miles
    Test number
    223160316154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass145,622 miles (+7,308)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    145,622 miles
    Test number
    680228478636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass138,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    138,314 miles
    Test number
    520184911887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,313 miles (+5,649)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,313 miles
    Test number
    917054938255
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass132,664 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    132,664 miles
    Test number
    157777212384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail132,663 miles (+7,355)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,663 miles
    Test number
    779218747653
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass125,308 miles (+13,436)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    125,308 miles
    Test number
    786589402137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,872 miles (+8,206)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    111,872 miles
    Test number
    885872024347
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing outer edges
    • NoteO/S/F headlamp lens damaged

  13. Pass103,666 miles (+7,221)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,666 miles
    Test number
    446310233446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,445 miles (+8,280)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    96,445 miles
    Test number
    578802532341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,165 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    88,165 miles
    Test number
    268633111335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail88,149 miles (+7,272)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,149 miles
    Test number
    518971311352
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass80,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    80,877 miles
    Test number
    942227920346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,855 miles (+8,255)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,855 miles
    Test number
    702037320392
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass72,600 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    72,600 miles
    Test number
    550903529307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail72,600 miles (+10,076)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,600 miles
    Test number
    400703329352
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass62,524 miles (+10,725)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    62,524 miles
    Test number
    451935328352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,799 miles (+11,512)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    51,799 miles
    Test number
    312154137351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,287 miles
    Test number
    431260026439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VCU

Does LS53 VCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VCU expired on 13 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VCU?
The MOT on LS53 VCU expired on 13 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VCU done?
LS53 VCU was recorded at 182,387 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2022, an average of 8,839 miles a year.
Has LS53 VCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VCU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 VCU 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 VCU find?
LS53 VCU passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; windscreen damaged but not affecting drivers view.

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