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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,189 cc

D1 LERMOT history

D1 LER is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 134,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

D1 LER silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,506 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 LER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 LER was last recorded at 134,506 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,473 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
4,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,506 miles
  • 2025 – 134,172 miles
  • 2024 – 133,616 miles
  • 2023 – 132,003 miles
  • 2022 – 130,430 miles
  • 2021 – 130,399 miles
  • 2019 – 130,034 miles
  • 2016 – 121,588 miles
  • 2015 – 115,387 miles
  • 2014 – 107,698 miles
  • 2013 – 99,121 miles
  • 2012 – 91,579 miles
  • 2011 – 83,302 miles
  • 2010 – 75,502 miles
  • 2009 – 66,743 miles
  • 2008 – 57,968 miles
  • 2007 – 49,446 miles
  • 2006 – 41,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,506 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,506 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,506 miles
    Test number
    867975287148
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,483 miles (+10)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,483 miles
    Test number
    886160315318
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail134,473 miles (+301)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,473 miles
    Test number
    790513574962
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached level sensor (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seat mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass134,172 miles (+556)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,172 miles
    Test number
    980778728280
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill section (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass133,616 miles (+1,613)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    133,616 miles
    Test number
    720028035696
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp adjuster on N/S/R suspension arm is broken but headlamp level is all satisfactory
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH flexis after front to rear brake pipes are showing signs of deterioration (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion on rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,003 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,003 miles
    Test number
    843240490488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake flexis after front to rear brake pipes are deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail132,003 miles (+1,573)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,003 miles
    Test number
    808977651450
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV boot needs new inner retaining clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV boot is leaking grease around inner retaining clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake flexis after front to rear brake pipes are deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass130,430 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    130,430 miles
    Test number
    986580718365
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Fail130,420 miles (+21)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,420 miles
    Test number
    633115437191
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail130,399 miles (+365)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,399 miles
    Test number
    199301038268
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass130,034 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,034 miles
    Test number
    140160252410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail130,033 miles (+8,445)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,033 miles
    Test number
    140536070871
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass121,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    817616677629
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail121,588 miles (+6,201)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    977935437200
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass115,387 miles (+7,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    115,387 miles
    Test number
    938299205553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass107,698 miles (+8,577)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    107,698 miles
    Test number
    258018214290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail99,121 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,121 miles
    Test number
    618061733281
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

  18. Pass99,121 miles (+7,542)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,121 miles
    Test number
    996061733297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

  19. Pass91,579 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    91,579 miles
    Test number
    109904132218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail91,579 miles (+8,277)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,579 miles
    Test number
    389104532221
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass83,302 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,302 miles
    Test number
    736952121228
    • NoteSlight fethering on n/s rear tyer

  22. Fail83,302 miles (+7,800)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,302 miles
    Test number
    706502921235
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight fethering on n/s rear tyer

  23. Pass75,502 miles (+8,759)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,502 miles
    Test number
    744708820279
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing/worn on outer edge of tread

  24. Pass66,743 miles (+8,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,743 miles
    Test number
    731287619257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass57,968 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,968 miles
    Test number
    302464808463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail57,959 miles (+8,513)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,959 miles
    Test number
    520764508270
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass49,446 miles (+7,565)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,446 miles
    Test number
    643779807287
    • NoteFront pads low

  28. Pass41,881 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,881 miles
    Test number
    203161986129
    • NoteNail in tyre

  29. Fail41,881 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,881 miles
    Test number
    464281886128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about D1 LER

Does D1 LER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 LER is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 LER?
The MOT on D1 LER is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 LER done?
D1 LER was recorded at 134,506 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 4,595 miles a year.
Has D1 LER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 LER has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on D1 LER 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 D1 LER find?
D1 LER passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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