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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB03 ABZMOT history

LB03 ABZ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 124,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
124,868 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 ABZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 ABZ was last recorded at 124,868 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 4,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
120,722 miles · 7 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
4,146 miles
Average per year
5,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,868 miles
  • 2023 – 120,722 miles
  • 2022 – 104,057 miles
  • 2021 – 86,203 miles
  • 2020 – 84,787 miles
  • 2019 – 81,841 miles
  • 2018 – 79,608 miles
  • 2017 – 73,740 miles
  • 2016 – 65,321 miles
  • 2015 – 56,837 miles
  • 2014 – 49,291 miles
  • 2013 – 43,502 miles
  • 2012 – 39,762 miles
  • 2011 – 36,381 miles
  • 2010 – 32,431 miles
  • 2009 – 29,345 miles
  • 2008 – 25,748 miles
  • 2007 – 22,897 miles
  • 2006 – 19,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,868 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,868 miles (+4,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    124,868 miles
    Test number
    546435928653
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass120,722 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    120,722 miles
    Test number
    205137939900
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail120,722 miles (+16,665)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,722 miles
    Test number
    433981962513
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass104,057 miles (+17,854)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    104,057 miles
    Test number
    607656634409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,203 miles
    Test number
    609636549752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,203 miles (+1,416)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,203 miles
    Test number
    349085808054
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,787 miles
    Test number
    200121646112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering inner arm , inner ball joint border line on free play, benefit of doubt given

  8. Fail84,787 miles (+2,946)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,787 miles
    Test number
    315239301120
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.70 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering inner arm , inner ball joint border line on free play, benefit of doubt given

  9. Pass81,841 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,841 miles
    Test number
    552540657670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,608 miles (+5,868)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    312055363963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,740 miles
    Test number
    661494751203
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low edges

  12. Fail73,740 miles (+8,419)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,740 miles
    Test number
    502052981103
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect offside (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low edges

  13. Pass65,321 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,321 miles
    Test number
    692943076738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail65,321 miles (+8,484)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,321 miles
    Test number
    785847428834
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass56,837 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,837 miles
    Test number
    237516255163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,291 miles (+5,789)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,291 miles
    Test number
    228741274164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass43,502 miles (+3,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,502 miles
    Test number
    358999353154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass39,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,762 miles
    Test number
    227458562427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,762 miles (+3,381)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,762 miles
    Test number
    587468662183
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass36,381 miles (+3,950)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,381 miles
    Test number
    528144571119
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass32,431 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,431 miles
    Test number
    944498040127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,345 miles (+3,597)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,345 miles
    Test number
    952189649142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,748 miles (+2,851)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,748 miles
    Test number
    133293248188
    • NoteFRONT WISHBONE REAR BUSHES PERISHED BOTH SIDES

  24. Pass22,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,897 miles
    Test number
    492913767181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,897 miles (+3,465)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,897 miles
    Test number
    773013967159
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass19,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    19,432 miles
    Test number
    692854556167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 ABZ

Does LB03 ABZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 ABZ is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 ABZ?
The MOT on LB03 ABZ is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 ABZ done?
LB03 ABZ was recorded at 124,868 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 5,336 miles a year.
Has LB03 ABZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 ABZ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 ABZ 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 LB03 ABZ find?
LB03 ABZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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