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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,460 cc

LS53 VJMMOT history

LS53 VJM is a black diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 5 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2023
Mileage
129,976 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VJM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VJM was last recorded at 129,976 miles on 5 Mar 2022, 11,297 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,679 miles · 19 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
11,297 miles
Average per year
7,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,976 miles
  • 2021 – 118,679 miles
  • 2020 – 114,226 miles
  • 2019 – 100,858 miles
  • 2018 – 98,537 miles
  • 2017 – 95,936 miles
  • 2016 – 89,216 miles
  • 2015 – 75,729 miles
  • 2014 – 66,183 miles
  • 2012 – 58,093 miles
  • 2011 – 45,930 miles
  • 2010 – 38,228 miles
  • 2009 – 31,767 miles
  • 2007 – 26,371 miles
  • 2006 – 20,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,976 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll under trays fitted

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.

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,976 miles (+11,297)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,976 miles
    Test number
    735359836252
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll under trays fitted

  2. Pass118,679 miles (+4,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    118,679 miles
    Test number
    728773814825
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides esp o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body has wide spread surface corrosion

  3. Pass114,226 miles (+13,368)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    114,226 miles
    Test number
    146149439825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,858 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,858 miles
    Test number
    465423799641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,537 miles
    Test number
    436686376450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  6. Fail98,537 miles (+2,601)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,537 miles
    Test number
    511271282999
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass95,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    95,936 miles
    Test number
    712790026048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  8. Fail95,936 miles (+6,720)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,936 miles
    Test number
    458244418457
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass89,216 miles (+13,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    89,216 miles
    Test number
    181033689207
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass75,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    706866605060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,729 miles (+9,546)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    528626905072
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass66,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    66,183 miles
    Test number
    508776704044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail66,183 miles (+8,090)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,183 miles
    Test number
    807146604091
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,093 miles (+4,897)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,093 miles
    Test number
    889294162315
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass53,196 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,196 miles
    Test number
    926545202032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,189 miles (+7,259)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,189 miles
    Test number
    578174902014
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass45,930 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,930 miles
    Test number
    925896001062
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/ r tyre wall damaged

  18. Fail45,930 miles (+7,702)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,930 miles
    Test number
    138686401458
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/ r tyre wall damaged

  19. Pass38,228 miles (+6,461)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,228 miles
    Test number
    851507800071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,767 miles (+5,396)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,767 miles
    Test number
    263422609002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,371 miles (+5,955)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,371 miles
    Test number
    814954007345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,416 miles
    Test number
    102000316384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VJM

Does LS53 VJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VJM expired on 4 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VJM?
The MOT on LS53 VJM expired on 4 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VJM done?
LS53 VJM was recorded at 129,976 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2022, an average of 7,150 miles a year.
Has LS53 VJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VJM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on LS53 VJM 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 VJM find?
LS53 VJM passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; all rear suspension components corroded; service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 1 more.

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