The road tax status for LT53 WBU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LT53 WBU?

The MOT for LT53 WBU is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 March 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of LT53 WBU?

The recorded mileage for LT53 WBU is 215,629 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LT53 WBU ULEZ compliant?

No, LT53 WBU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · LT53 WBU

LT53 WBU

2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 215,629 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2003 · Wimbledon (South London)
MOT Status: Valid until 26/03/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 215,629 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 26/03/2025

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Mileage: 215,629 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 1896cc

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LT53 WBU Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2024
215,629 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently

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LT53 WBU Mileage History

23/03/2022205,666 mi
21/03/2023210,320 mi+4,654 mi
21/03/2023210,323 mi+3 mi
05/03/2024215,629 mi+5,306 mi

Average of roughly 5,104 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

LT53 WBU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 10:55

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Golf (LT53 WBU) between March 2022 and March 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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