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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 VPZMOT history

LS53 VPZ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

LS53 VPZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2023
Mileage
155,029 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VPZ
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
1 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2023
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VPZ was last recorded at 155,029 miles on 6 May 2022, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,009 miles · 22 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
7,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,029 miles
  • 2021 – 155,009 miles
  • 2019 – 138,976 miles
  • 2018 – 132,680 miles
  • 2017 – 127,165 miles
  • 2016 – 120,555 miles
  • 2015 – 111,571 miles
  • 2014 – 104,242 miles
  • 2013 – 96,437 miles
  • 2012 – 89,440 miles
  • 2011 – 82,233 miles
  • 2010 – 75,365 miles
  • 2009 – 66,933 miles
  • 2008 – 58,394 miles
  • 2007 – 50,236 miles
  • 2006 – 41,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,029 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySills damaged

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.

  • O/s front tyre worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Slight bind o/s rear wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,029 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,029 miles
    Test number
    816190763113
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySills damaged

  2. Fail155,009 miles (+16,033)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,009 miles
    Test number
    592813519308
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both jacking points (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  3. Pass138,976 miles (+6,296)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,976 miles
    Test number
    209102720386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,680 miles (+5,515)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    132,680 miles
    Test number
    707260289821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,165 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,165 miles
    Test number
    638007900812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,555 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,555 miles
    Test number
    884167973146
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight bind o/s rear wheel

  7. Fail120,474 miles (+8,903)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,474 miles
    Test number
    273003154331
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight bind o/s rear wheel

  8. Pass111,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,571 miles
    Test number
    536798489711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail111,571 miles (+7,329)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,571 miles
    Test number
    351087644547
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass104,242 miles (+104)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,242 miles
    Test number
    165159824379
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

  11. Fail104,138 miles (+7,701)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,138 miles
    Test number
    348205324357
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust outer skin deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyres perished and cracked and worn very close to limit

  12. Pass96,437 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,437 miles
    Test number
    655720933358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,381 miles (+6,941)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,381 miles
    Test number
    195317623315
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass89,440 miles (+7,207)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,440 miles
    Test number
    158975822391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,233 miles (+6,868)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    82,233 miles
    Test number
    997665701303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,365 miles (+8,432)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,365 miles
    Test number
    571777400374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,933 miles (+8,539)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,933 miles
    Test number
    653414719381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,394 miles (+8,158)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    161174828338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,236 miles (+8,259)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,236 miles
    Test number
    150255827364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,977 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    41,977 miles
    Test number
    361884036342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,948 miles
    Test number
    670992896211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VPZ

Does LS53 VPZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VPZ expired on 5 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VPZ?
The MOT on LS53 VPZ expired on 5 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VPZ done?
LS53 VPZ was recorded at 155,029 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 7,339 miles a year.
Has LS53 VPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VPZ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 VPZ 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 VPZ find?
LS53 VPZ passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; play in steering rack inner joint(s); sills damaged.

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