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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,189 cc

LX53 FUJMOT history

LX53 FUJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LX53 FUJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,091 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 FUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 FUJ was last recorded at 94,091 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 22,555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Aug 2011: 50,201 miles, lower than 54,306 miles on 21 Aug 2010.

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
71,536 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
22,555 miles
Average per year
3,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,091 miles
  • 2025 – 71,536 miles
  • 2024 – 71,445 miles
  • 2023 – 71,396 miles
  • 2022 – 71,358 miles
  • 2021 – 71,288 miles
  • 2020 – 71,219 miles
  • 2019 – 71,145 miles
  • 2018 – 71,066 miles
  • 2017 – 70,709 miles
  • 2016 – 69,869 miles
  • 2015 – 68,980 miles
  • 2014 – 68,494 miles
  • 2013 – 65,845 miles
  • 2012 – 63,755 miles
  • 2011 – 50,201 miles
  • 2010 – 54,306 miles
  • 2009 – 47,311 miles
  • 2008 – 38,668 miles
  • 2007 – 31,271 miles
  • 2006 – 24,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,091 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,091 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,091 miles
    Test number
    329574633570
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass71,708 miles (+172)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    71,708 miles
    Test number
    722768112901
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  3. Pass71,536 miles (+91)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    71,536 miles
    Test number
    425047351737
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass71,445 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    71,445 miles
    Test number
    299730640954
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass71,396 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    71,396 miles
    Test number
    802522586754
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass71,358 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    71,358 miles
    Test number
    185401022049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,288 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,288 miles
    Test number
    374717229516
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame/suspension arms corroded
  8. Pass71,219 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,219 miles
    Test number
    641258522999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,145 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,145 miles
    Test number
    973530304945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,066 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,066 miles
    Test number
    270833594605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,709 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,709 miles
    Test number
    362770805514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,869 miles
    Test number
    304631095414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,869 miles (+889)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,869 miles
    Test number
    656521567216
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
  14. Pass68,980 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,980 miles
    Test number
    916402669500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,979 miles (+485)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,979 miles
    Test number
    379738034392
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  16. Pass68,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,494 miles
    Test number
    655986544255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,494 miles (+2,649)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,494 miles
    Test number
    385826244228
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  18. Pass65,845 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    65,845 miles
    Test number
    598892053281
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail65,845 miles (+2,090)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,845 miles
    Test number
    587852653287
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass63,755 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    63,755 miles
    Test number
    177554052297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,677 miles (+13,476)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,677 miles
    Test number
    338851952453
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
  22. Pass50,201 miles (-4,105)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,201 miles
    Test number
    738770031200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,306 miles (+6,995)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    54,306 miles
    Test number
    160693030213
    • NoteO/S/F CV GAITER PERISHED
  24. Pass47,311 miles (+8,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,311 miles
    Test number
    350191449291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass38,668 miles (+7,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,668 miles
    Test number
    662638348222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass31,271 miles (+6,528)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,271 miles
    Test number
    893186847231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,743 miles
    Test number
    310974646264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 FUJ

Does LX53 FUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 FUJ is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 FUJ?
The MOT on LX53 FUJ is valid until 23 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 FUJ done?
LX53 FUJ was recorded at 94,091 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,459 miles a year.
Has LX53 FUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 FUJ has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on LX53 FUJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 FUJ find?
LX53 FUJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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