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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB03 GUEMOT history

LB03 GUE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 183,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
183,311 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 GUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 GUE was last recorded at 183,311 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jun 2025: 172,133 miles, lower than 176,082 miles on 20 Jun 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
183,283 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
8,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,311 miles
  • 2025 – 172,133 miles
  • 2024 – 162,171 miles
  • 2023 – 152,245 miles
  • 2022 – 143,114 miles
  • 2021 – 135,708 miles
  • 2020 – 135,203 miles
  • 2019 – 130,947 miles
  • 2018 – 123,858 miles
  • 2017 – 116,694 miles
  • 2016 – 109,094 miles
  • 2015 – 99,813 miles
  • 2014 – 85,487 miles
  • 2013 – 69,207 miles
  • 2012 – 64,841 miles
  • 2011 – 54,911 miles
  • 2010 – 48,597 miles
  • 2009 – 42,117 miles
  • 2008 – 34,879 miles
  • 2007 – 27,395 miles
  • 2006 – 21,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,311 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to Rear Joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts very corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both front top mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres very close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,311 miles (+28)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    183,311 miles
    Test number
    658275535697
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to Rear Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail183,283 miles (+11,150)1 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,283 miles
    Test number
    764269158572
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached Top Mount (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to Rear Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass172,133 miles (-3,949)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    172,133 miles
    Test number
    497753656912
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow front and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both front top mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail176,082 miles (+13,911)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,082 miles
    Test number
    186011319134
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits all 3 levels to high (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged return spring missing (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow front and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both front top mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass162,171 miles (+34)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    162,171 miles
    Test number
    180952301256
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail162,137 miles (+9,892)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,137 miles
    Test number
    293033098995
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad looks beyond limit also slight binding (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both upper top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass152,245 miles (+45)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    152,245 miles
    Test number
    332590640918
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail152,200 miles (+9,086)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,200 miles
    Test number
    916853178954
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass143,114 miles (+59)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    143,114 miles
    Test number
    490968480754
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens cracked (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis and suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail143,055 miles (+7,347)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,055 miles
    Test number
    636161599448
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened axle below spring corroded and holed (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSide repeater not working both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens cracked (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis and suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass135,708 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    135,708 miles
    Test number
    302041266710
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  12. Fail135,695 miles (+492)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,695 miles
    Test number
    192260275536
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  13. Pass135,203 miles (+4,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    135,203 miles
    Test number
    270926019637
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake performance weaker than Offside
  14. Pass130,947 miles (+7,089)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,947 miles
    Test number
    927921062369
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front and rear suspension components
  15. Pass123,858 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    123,858 miles
    Test number
    427433973112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  16. Fail123,801 miles (+7,107)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,801 miles
    Test number
    213373013762
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  17. Pass116,694 miles (+7,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,694 miles
    Test number
    322088545748
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  18. Pass109,094 miles (+9,281)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    109,094 miles
    Test number
    831280499507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,813 miles (+14,326)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,813 miles
    Test number
    506781245132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,487 miles (+16,280)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,487 miles
    Test number
    636263744191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,207 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,207 miles
    Test number
    146189743193
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  22. Pass69,207 miles (+4,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,207 miles
    Test number
    549759643158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  23. Pass64,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,841 miles
    Test number
    395752152184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,841 miles (+9,930)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,841 miles
    Test number
    716272852163
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  25. Pass54,911 miles (+6,314)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,911 miles
    Test number
    137873441169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,597 miles (+6,480)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,597 miles
    Test number
    413368650163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,117 miles (+7,238)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,117 miles
    Test number
    820472859142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,879 miles (+7,484)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,879 miles
    Test number
    913672168162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,395 miles (+5,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,395 miles
    Test number
    264686467470
    • 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)
  30. Pass21,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    21,600 miles
    Test number
    243322276449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LB03 GUE

Does LB03 GUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 GUE is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 GUE?
The MOT on LB03 GUE is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 GUE done?
LB03 GUE was recorded at 183,311 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 8,057 miles a year.
Has LB03 GUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 GUE has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 GUE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jun 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 GUE find?
LB03 GUE passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear joint, and 1 more.

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