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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LX53 BUUMOT history

LX53 BUU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 173,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LX53 BUU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
173,551 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 BUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 BUU was last recorded at 173,551 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 24,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Sept 2009: 15,456 miles, lower than 16,040 miles on 23 Sept 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
148,594 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
24,957 miles
Average per year
8,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,551 miles
  • 2025 – 148,594 miles
  • 2024 – 125,086 miles
  • 2023 – 97,589 miles
  • 2022 – 75,117 miles
  • 2021 – 45,526 miles
  • 2020 – 29,772 miles
  • 2018 – 28,975 miles
  • 2017 – 28,490 miles
  • 2016 – 27,848 miles
  • 2015 – 26,856 miles
  • 2014 – 25,760 miles
  • 2013 – 24,405 miles
  • 2012 – 23,270 miles
  • 2011 – 21,911 miles
  • 2010 – 20,387 miles
  • 2009 – 18,456 miles
  • 2008 – 16,040 miles
  • 2007 – 13,458 miles
  • 2006 – 10,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,551 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,551 miles (+24,957)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    173,551 miles
    Test number
    399063143169
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass148,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    148,594 miles
    Test number
    832924397902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail148,594 miles (+23,508)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,594 miles
    Test number
    108201663845
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to mis-firing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass125,086 miles (+1,445)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,086 miles
    Test number
    443025354370
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail123,641 miles (+26,052)1 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,641 miles
    Test number
    645155071798
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed car overheated fan not working (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator leaking cooling
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass97,589 miles (+22,472)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,589 miles
    Test number
    822463208685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing

  7. Pass75,117 miles (+29,591)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,117 miles
    Test number
    549158703879
    • AdvisoryEML light on.
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nearside Front Inner cv boot clip missing.
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass45,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    45,526 miles
    Test number
    282661920949
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot clip missing.

  9. Fail45,526 miles (+15,754)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,526 miles
    Test number
    444124412024
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot clip missing.

  10. Pass29,772 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    29,772 miles
    Test number
    791401083573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,975 miles (+485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    28,975 miles
    Test number
    320661400741
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass28,490 miles (+642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    28,490 miles
    Test number
    914575138562
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perishing

  13. Pass27,848 miles (+992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    27,848 miles
    Test number
    566402046292
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres slightly perishing

  14. Pass26,856 miles (+1,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    26,856 miles
    Test number
    343808837404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear deep cut to tread approaching cords

  15. Pass25,760 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    25,760 miles
    Test number
    528289054296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,405 miles (+1,135)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    24,405 miles
    Test number
    457570763271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,270 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,270 miles
    Test number
    669652062244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,911 miles (+1,524)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    21,911 miles
    Test number
    678986261243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,387 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,387 miles
    Test number
    324355560254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,456 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    18,456 miles
    Test number
    511948569253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail15,456 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,456 miles
    Test number
    574287369223
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  22. Pass15,456 miles (-584)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    15,456 miles
    Test number
    661057469215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,040 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,040 miles
    Test number
    412307168266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail13,458 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,458 miles
    Test number
    213270677270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass13,458 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    13,458 miles
    Test number
    972220977269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,307 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    10,307 miles
    Test number
    820219866286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail10,307 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,307 miles
    Test number
    851409566231
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LX53 BUU

Does LX53 BUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 BUU is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 BUU?
The MOT on LX53 BUU is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 BUU done?
LX53 BUU was recorded at 173,551 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 8,187 miles a year.
Has LX53 BUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 BUU has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LX53 BUU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 BUU find?
LX53 BUU passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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