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Multi-colour · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T453 LKKMOT history

T453 LKK is a multi-colour diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 219,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2025
Mileage
219,993 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T453 LKK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T453 LKK was last recorded at 219,993 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 8,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,131 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
8,862 miles
Average per year
7,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,993 miles
  • 2023 – 211,131 miles
  • 2022 – 205,126 miles
  • 2021 – 197,363 miles
  • 2019 – 189,498 miles
  • 2018 – 182,570 miles
  • 2017 – 172,201 miles
  • 2016 – 156,775 miles
  • 2015 – 137,724 miles
  • 2014 – 135,659 miles
  • 2013 – 133,617 miles
  • 2012 – 130,930 miles
  • 2011 – 127,329 miles
  • 2010 – 120,724 miles
  • 2009 – 117,957 miles
  • 2007 – 104,111 miles
  • 2006 – 83,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,993 miles
  • MinorOffside 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated all both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced majority of underside inc sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material compensator to flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,993 miles (+8,862)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    219,993 miles
    Test number
    119201695264
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated all both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced majority of underside inc sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass211,131 miles (+57)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    211,131 miles
    Test number
    403202556971
    • MinorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Fail211,074 miles (+5,948)1 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,074 miles
    Test number
    289020352995
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipe from compensator to rear flexi (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass205,126 miles (+7,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    205,126 miles
    Test number
    221476944685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
  5. Pass197,363 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    197,363 miles
    Test number
    656297908734
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses not in holding brackets
  6. Fail197,362 miles (+7,864)3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,362 miles
    Test number
    219119485048
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses not in holding brackets
  7. Pass189,498 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    189,498 miles
    Test number
    314480571289
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Load valve to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail189,498 miles (+6,928)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,498 miles
    Test number
    868579830145
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Load valve to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass182,570 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    182,570 miles
    Test number
    517128860790
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryCar has been lowered
    • AdvisoryN/s front floor damaged
  10. Fail182,570 miles (+10,369)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,570 miles
    Test number
    920134718197
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety diesel (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryCar has been lowered
    • AdvisoryN/s front floor damaged
  11. Pass172,201 miles (+286)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    172,201 miles
    Test number
    843214500467
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryAftermarket wheels fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  12. Fail171,915 miles (+15,140)7 failures16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,915 miles
    Test number
    544768560427
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear pipe into silencer fractured (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryAftermarket wheels fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Pass156,775 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    156,775 miles
    Test number
    471577717213
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCondensation in nearside headlamp
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNon original wheels and tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear hubs
    • AdvisoryRear brakes uneven
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered
    • AdvisoryWear on rear suspension bushes
  14. Fail156,775 miles (+19,051)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,775 miles
    Test number
    523807688762
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCondensation in nearside headlamp
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNon original wheels and tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear hubs
    • AdvisoryRear brakes uneven
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered
    • AdvisoryWear on rear suspension bushes
  15. Pass137,724 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,724 miles
    Test number
    368677525139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteDent in nearside sill
  16. Fail137,724 miles (+2,065)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,724 miles
    Test number
    955045825188
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteDent in nearside sill
  17. Pass135,659 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    135,659 miles
    Test number
    237862544120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass133,617 miles (+2,687)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    133,617 miles
    Test number
    535803943187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass130,930 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    130,930 miles
    Test number
    447893942178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass127,329 miles (+6,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    127,329 miles
    Test number
    277527131159
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  21. Fail120,724 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,724 miles
    Test number
    174508940107
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  22. Pass120,724 miles (+2,767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    120,724 miles
    Test number
    482878740123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  23. Fail117,957 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,957 miles
    Test number
    274883459473
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass117,957 miles (+13,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    117,957 miles
    Test number
    532723059105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass104,111 miles (+20,913)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    104,111 miles
    Test number
    311054397180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass83,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    83,198 miles
    Test number
    161759376146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail83,198 miles3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,198 miles
    Test number
    800499676177
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T453 LKK

Does T453 LKK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T453 LKK expired on 12 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T453 LKK?
The MOT on T453 LKK expired on 12 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T453 LKK done?
T453 LKK was recorded at 219,993 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 7,766 miles a year.
Has T453 LKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T453 LKK has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T453 LKK 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 T453 LKK find?
T453 LKK passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 11 more.

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