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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB03 GHXMOT history

LB03 GHX is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 169,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
169,134 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 GHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 GHX was last recorded at 169,134 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 12,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,057 miles · 30 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
12,077 miles
Average per year
7,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 169,134 miles
  • 2020 – 157,057 miles
  • 2019 – 152,958 miles
  • 2018 – 146,750 miles
  • 2017 – 142,426 miles
  • 2016 – 128,495 miles
  • 2015 – 119,664 miles
  • 2014 – 110,666 miles
  • 2013 – 103,230 miles
  • 2012 – 98,995 miles
  • 2011 – 91,386 miles
  • 2010 – 83,483 miles
  • 2009 – 73,872 miles
  • 2008 – 66,389 miles
  • 2007 – 57,585 miles
  • 2006 – 44,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,134 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both mirrors held on by tape (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside mirror insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass169,134 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    169,134 miles
    Test number
    833632137079
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both mirrors held on by tape (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  2. Fail169,134 miles (+12,077)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,134 miles
    Test number
    417975702413
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both mirrors held on by tape (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  3. Pass157,057 miles (+8)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    157,057 miles
    Test number
    581187017992
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder tray insecure

  4. Fail157,049 miles (+4,091)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,049 miles
    Test number
    357220543094
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryBoot handle faulty
    • AdvisoryUnder tray insecure

  5. Pass152,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,958 miles
    Test number
    905048906247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail152,958 miles (+6,208)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,958 miles
    Test number
    745922276303
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass146,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    146,750 miles
    Test number
    985362841682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail146,750 miles (+4,324)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,750 miles
    Test number
    555668590520
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass142,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    142,426 miles
    Test number
    258748067416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail142,426 miles (+13,931)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,426 miles
    Test number
    739349221606
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass128,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,495 miles
    Test number
    464488575568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail128,495 miles (+8,831)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,495 miles
    Test number
    913808076486
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass119,664 miles (+8,998)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    119,664 miles
    Test number
    676294655190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass110,666 miles (+7,436)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,666 miles
    Test number
    868358144193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,230 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,230 miles
    Test number
    267100053415
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine has missfire

  16. Fail103,230 miles (+4,235)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,230 miles
    Test number
    877590453125
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine has missfire

  17. Pass98,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,995 miles
    Test number
    277553472158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail98,995 miles (+7,609)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,995 miles
    Test number
    607303172184
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass91,386 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,386 miles
    Test number
    977510661107
    • NoteOff side front tyre sidewalls cracking...signs of under inflation.

  20. Fail91,386 miles (+7,903)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,386 miles
    Test number
    349920361195
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff side front tyre sidewalls cracking...signs of under inflation.

  21. Pass83,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,483 miles
    Test number
    262488640422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,483 miles (+9,611)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,483 miles
    Test number
    391118640153
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass73,872 miles (+7,483)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,872 miles
    Test number
    572700069169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,389 miles (+8,804)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    66,389 miles
    Test number
    204197358414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,585 miles (+13,464)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,585 miles
    Test number
    902915937128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,121 miles
    Test number
    913036546133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 GHX

Does LB03 GHX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 GHX expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 GHX?
The MOT on LB03 GHX expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 GHX done?
LB03 GHX was recorded at 169,134 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 7,969 miles a year.
Has LB03 GHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 GHX has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 GHX 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 GHX find?
LB03 GHX passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: obligatory mirror slightly damaged both mirrors held on by tape; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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