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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 VOUMOT history

LS53 VOU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

LS53 VOU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
111,866 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VOU
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
3 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VOU was last recorded at 111,866 miles on 29 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,865 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,866 miles
  • 2025 – 103,652 miles
  • 2024 – 96,784 miles
  • 2023 – 90,898 miles
  • 2022 – 87,294 miles
  • 2020 – 85,583 miles
  • 2019 – 82,561 miles
  • 2018 – 81,472 miles
  • 2017 – 81,003 miles
  • 2016 – 80,477 miles
  • 2014 – 74,062 miles
  • 2013 – 60,188 miles
  • 2012 – 57,089 miles
  • 2011 – 55,358 miles
  • 2010 – 52,625 miles
  • 2009 – 46,085 miles
  • 2008 – 35,082 miles
  • 2007 – 24,327 miles
  • 2006 – 18,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,866 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,866 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,866 miles
    Test number
    685951690391
    • 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))

  2. Fail111,865 miles (+8,213)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,865 miles
    Test number
    122665229061
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  3. Pass103,652 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    103,652 miles
    Test number
    315726609005
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  4. Fail103,652 miles (+6,868)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,652 miles
    Test number
    978687200977
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Pass96,784 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,784 miles
    Test number
    360184580010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail96,766 miles (+95)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,766 miles
    Test number
    978155626272
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail96,671 miles (+5,773)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,671 miles
    Test number
    416921609785
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass90,898 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,898 miles
    Test number
    824918332776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,627 miles (+3,333)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,627 miles
    Test number
    167944628768
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  10. Pass87,294 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,294 miles
    Test number
    968177666664
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sun visor not securely attached
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail87,294 miles (+1,711)5 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,294 miles
    Test number
    624685776362
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Just after the CAT (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bottom arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bottom arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sun visor not securely attached
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass85,583 miles (+3,022)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,583 miles
    Test number
    574402788775
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass82,561 miles (+1,089)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,561 miles
    Test number
    953612363606
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre poor condition cracked around tread, 205/55/16
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAir bag warning light intermittent illumination issue

  14. Pass81,472 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,472 miles
    Test number
    437688333908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deteriorated

  15. Fail81,472 miles (+469)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,472 miles
    Test number
    195017040296
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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 Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  16. Pass81,003 miles (+526)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    81,003 miles
    Test number
    612649971795
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades slight smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light stays on

  17. Pass80,477 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    583417833895
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  18. Fail80,476 miles (+6,414)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,476 miles
    Test number
    713857414565
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  19. Fail74,062 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,062 miles
    Test number
    466783734275
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine light on

  20. Pass74,062 miles (+13,874)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    74,062 miles
    Test number
    628873334233
    • NoteEngine light on

  21. Fail60,188 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,188 miles
    Test number
    798930633246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre (non repairable) 205/55r16 91w
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass60,188 miles (+3,099)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    60,188 miles
    Test number
    889810033204
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre (non repairable) 205/55r16 91w
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass57,089 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,089 miles
    Test number
    438017972153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,358 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,358 miles
    Test number
    317914991442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,625 miles (+6,540)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,625 miles
    Test number
    783877100308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,085 miles (+11,003)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,085 miles
    Test number
    793506709354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,082 miles (+10,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,082 miles
    Test number
    673168808320
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass24,327 miles (+6,327)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,327 miles
    Test number
    521435197283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,000 miles
    Test number
    614217506334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VOU

Does LS53 VOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 VOU is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VOU?
The MOT on LS53 VOU is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 VOU done?
LS53 VOU was recorded at 111,866 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 4,797 miles a year.
Has LS53 VOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VOU has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 VOU 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 VOU find?
LS53 VOU passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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