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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,200 cc

LS53 VPUMOT history

LS53 VPU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

LS53 VPU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
122,328 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VPU was last recorded at 122,328 miles on 9 May 2026, 2,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,108 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,220 miles
Average per year
4,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,328 miles
  • 2025 – 120,108 miles
  • 2023 – 119,266 miles
  • 2022 – 117,939 miles
  • 2021 – 117,302 miles
  • 2020 – 116,454 miles
  • 2019 – 115,300 miles
  • 2018 – 114,148 miles
  • 2017 – 110,176 miles
  • 2016 – 104,934 miles
  • 2015 – 97,576 miles
  • 2014 – 91,792 miles
  • 2013 – 79,590 miles
  • 2012 – 68,480 miles
  • 2011 – 62,936 miles
  • 2010 – 55,286 miles
  • 2009 – 48,289 miles
  • 2008 – 39,552 miles
  • 2007 – 31,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,328 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,328 miles (+2,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,328 miles
    Test number
    607209212089
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass120,108 miles (+842)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    120,108 miles
    Test number
    783281569755
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass119,266 miles (+1,327)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    119,266 miles
    Test number
    335477114960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,939 miles (+637)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    117,939 miles
    Test number
    463064978052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,302 miles (+848)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    117,302 miles
    Test number
    921093397915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,454 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,454 miles
    Test number
    773967946954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,300 miles (+1,152)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,300 miles
    Test number
    192667975543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,148 miles (+3,972)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,148 miles
    Test number
    733489316556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,176 miles
    Test number
    532621190320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail110,176 miles (+5,242)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,176 miles
    Test number
    978857531973
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass104,934 miles (+7,358)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,934 miles
    Test number
    103753017111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,576 miles (+5,784)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,576 miles
    Test number
    765794005120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,792 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,792 miles
    Test number
    485705114186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light is on

  14. Fail91,792 miles (+12,202)2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,792 miles
    Test number
    588625914165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light is on

  15. Pass79,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,590 miles
    Test number
    625943013133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,590 miles (+11,110)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,590 miles
    Test number
    718693213141
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass68,480 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    68,480 miles
    Test number
    305737412114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,936 miles (+7,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,936 miles
    Test number
    838556411182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass55,286 miles (+6,997)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,286 miles
    Test number
    233763110491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,289 miles (+45)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,289 miles
    Test number
    353077119145
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light staying on

  21. Fail48,244 miles (+8,692)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,244 miles
    Test number
    931874119168
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light staying on

  22. Pass39,552 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,552 miles
    Test number
    592654418169
    • NoteAir bag light on

  23. Fail39,552 miles (+7,553)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,552 miles
    Test number
    840994018126
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  24. Pass31,999 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,999 miles
    Test number
    391414817107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail31,996 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,996 miles
    Test number
    791323717132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS53 VPU

Does LS53 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 VPU is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VPU?
The MOT on LS53 VPU is valid until 11 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 VPU done?
LS53 VPU was recorded at 122,328 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 4,743 miles a year.
Has LS53 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VPU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on LS53 VPU 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 VPU find?
LS53 VPU passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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