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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

V53 HECMOT history

V53 HEC is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 203,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

V53 HEC red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
203,502 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 HEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V53 HEC was last recorded at 203,502 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 11,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,224 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,278 miles
Average per year
7,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,502 miles
  • 2025 – 192,224 miles
  • 2024 – 181,570 miles
  • 2023 – 172,917 miles
  • 2022 – 166,072 miles
  • 2021 – 154,590 miles
  • 2020 – 141,506 miles
  • 2019 – 131,135 miles
  • 2018 – 116,062 miles
  • 2017 – 113,273 miles
  • 2016 – 107,308 miles
  • 2015 – 104,370 miles
  • 2013 – 99,972 miles
  • 2012 – 96,412 miles
  • 2011 – 92,369 miles
  • 2010 – 89,900 miles
  • 2009 – 85,572 miles
  • 2008 – 66,807 miles
  • 2007 – 62,414 miles
  • 2006 – 59,082 miles
  • 2005 – 53,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail203,502 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail203,502 miles (+11,278)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,502 miles
    Test number
    859974718921
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass192,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    192,224 miles
    Test number
    186372670574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail192,224 miles (+10,654)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,224 miles
    Test number
    564223323583
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass181,570 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    181,570 miles
    Test number
    217964311765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail181,570 miles (+8,653)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,570 miles
    Test number
    538176680255
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass172,917 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    172,917 miles
    Test number
    191321698075
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe ends corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (both sides) (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail172,917 miles (+1,662)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,917 miles
    Test number
    520973542713
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe ends corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (both sides) (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass171,255 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    171,255 miles
    Test number
    103918662657
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail171,255 miles (+5,183)3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,255 miles
    Test number
    450479867653
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass166,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    166,072 miles
    Test number
    574630062034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Several I corroding under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail166,068 miles (+11,478)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,068 miles
    Test number
    460647129582
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Several I corroding under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass154,590 miles (+13,084)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    154,590 miles
    Test number
    665971787091
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass141,506 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    141,506 miles
    Test number
    718332450368
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Most are corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail141,493 miles (+10,358)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,493 miles
    Test number
    943143488774
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Most are corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass131,135 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    131,135 miles
    Test number
    358434973103
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Several (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  16. Fail131,135 miles (+15,073)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,135 miles
    Test number
    797783997301
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  17. Pass116,062 miles (+2,789)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    116,062 miles
    Test number
    551628460052
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Most (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  18. Pass113,273 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    113,273 miles
    Test number
    692774758674
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Several (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Fail113,273 miles (+5,965)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,273 miles
    Test number
    991593673857
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Several (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass107,308 miles (+2,938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    107,308 miles
    Test number
    875206367125
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass104,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    104,370 miles
    Test number
    285414475455
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Fail104,370 miles (+4,398)4 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,370 miles
    Test number
    899648465128
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass99,972 miles (+3,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    99,972 miles
    Test number
    615076743315
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass96,412 miles (+4,043)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    96,412 miles
    Test number
    807465732389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,369 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,369 miles
    Test number
    348409411398
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass92,369 miles (+2,469)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    92,369 miles
    Test number
    456469911409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass89,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    89,900 miles
    Test number
    253240440338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail89,900 miles (+4,328)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,900 miles
    Test number
    532470240344
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass85,572 miles (+18,765)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    782669839370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass66,807 miles (+4,393)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    66,807 miles
    Test number
    360562228361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass62,414 miles (+3,332)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    62,414 miles
    Test number
    271806017367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass59,082 miles (+5,779)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    59,082 miles
    Test number
    592817916387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass53,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    53,303 miles
    Test number
    743837105383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 HEC

Does V53 HEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V53 HEC is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on V53 HEC?
The MOT on V53 HEC is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V53 HEC done?
V53 HEC was recorded at 203,502 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 7,166 miles a year.
Has V53 HEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 HEC has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V53 HEC 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 V53 HEC find?
V53 HEC failed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; nearside rear position lamp not working; offside rear position lamp not working, and 8 more.

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