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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB03 CNFMOT history

LB03 CNF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 156,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
156,337 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 CNF
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
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 CNF was last recorded at 156,337 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,305 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
4,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,337 miles
  • 2024 – 153,431 miles
  • 2023 – 151,617 miles
  • 2022 – 149,034 miles
  • 2021 – 145,742 miles
  • 2020 – 144,030 miles
  • 2019 – 142,161 miles
  • 2018 – 139,721 miles
  • 2017 – 136,950 miles
  • 2016 – 132,841 miles
  • 2015 – 128,179 miles
  • 2014 – 127,191 miles
  • 2013 – 123,005 miles
  • 2012 – 119,974 miles
  • 2011 – 112,686 miles
  • 2010 – 103,555 miles
  • 2008 – 96,915 miles
  • 2007 – 89,800 miles
  • 2006 – 74,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,337 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySlight lift in both front suspension top mounts

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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box area.

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,337 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    156,337 miles
    Test number
    662798940607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both front suspension top mounts

  2. Fail156,337 miles (+32)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,337 miles
    Test number
    172573586396
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box area. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both front suspension top mounts.

  3. Fail156,305 miles (+2,874)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,305 miles
    Test number
    249862512403
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box area. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both front suspension top mounts.

  4. Pass153,431 miles (+1,814)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    153,431 miles
    Test number
    365861233465
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected caliper retaining clip missing (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass151,617 miles (+2,583)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    151,617 miles
    Test number
    387627687460
    • AdvisoryBoost pipe looks to be rubbing on undertray on the OSF
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass149,034 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    149,034 miles
    Test number
    747257549923
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail149,019 miles (+3,277)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,019 miles
    Test number
    831066491042
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass145,742 miles (+1,712)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,742 miles
    Test number
    381682950653
    • 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 Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material copper pipe in front and above rear axal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass144,030 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,030 miles
    Test number
    338731186532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail144,021 miles (+1,860)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,021 miles
    Test number
    360581241505
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass142,161 miles (+13)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,161 miles
    Test number
    227345590412
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  12. Fail142,148 miles (+2,427)3 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,148 miles
    Test number
    100199945952
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  13. Pass139,721 miles (+2,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    139,721 miles
    Test number
    211516211680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing slight play
    • AdvisoryChip zone a
    • AdvisorySteering arms slight play

  14. Pass136,950 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,950 miles
    Test number
    622810269208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass132,841 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    132,841 miles
    Test number
    363691582382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe securing clip damaged still securing pipe
    • AdvisorySlight movement detected in nearside inner rack end

  16. Fail132,841 miles (+4,662)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,841 miles
    Test number
    470360828866
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe securing clip damaged still securing pipe

  17. Pass128,179 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    128,179 miles
    Test number
    809594105294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass127,191 miles (+4,186)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    127,191 miles
    Test number
    777687224295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass123,005 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    123,005 miles
    Test number
    577365483154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass119,974 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    119,974 miles
    Test number
    558472112221
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail119,974 miles (+7,288)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,974 miles
    Test number
    888002212232
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass112,686 miles (+426)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,686 miles
    Test number
    555343901209
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s cv boot slight grease leak
    • NoteN/s/f brake pad warning cable hanging down /warning lamp on
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail112,260 miles (+8,705)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,260 miles
    Test number
    936292881138
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExcessive oil leal
    • NoteN/s cv boot slight grease leak
    • NoteN/s/f brake pad warning cable hanging down

  24. Pass103,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,555 miles
    Test number
    351690410476
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail103,555 miles (+6,640)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,555 miles
    Test number
    800220410243
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass96,915 miles (+126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    96,915 miles
    Test number
    342969218178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail96,789 miles (+6,989)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,789 miles
    Test number
    120105518153
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass89,800 miles (+15,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    89,800 miles
    Test number
    914113747166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass74,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    74,555 miles
    Test number
    710138536174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 CNF

Does LB03 CNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 CNF expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 CNF?
The MOT on LB03 CNF expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 CNF done?
LB03 CNF was recorded at 156,337 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 4,214 miles a year.
Has LB03 CNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 CNF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 CNF 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 CNF find?
LB03 CNF passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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