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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB03 MZJMOT history

LB03 MZJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 166,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2022
Mileage
166,972 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 MZJ
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
17 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB03 MZJ was last recorded at 166,972 miles on 20 Nov 2024, 6,101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,871 miles · 29 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,101 miles
Average per year
6,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 166,972 miles
  • 2021 – 160,871 miles
  • 2020 – 152,523 miles
  • 2019 – 143,989 miles
  • 2018 – 133,115 miles
  • 2017 – 125,904 miles
  • 2016 – 118,353 miles
  • 2015 – 109,565 miles
  • 2014 – 98,768 miles
  • 2013 – 91,556 miles
  • 2012 – 86,164 miles
  • 2011 – 77,895 miles
  • 2010 – 69,707 miles
  • 2009 – 59,845 miles
  • 2008 – 52,668 miles
  • 2007 – 45,254 miles
  • 2006 – 38,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,972 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust casing poor condition
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle surface corrosion

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail166,972 miles (+6,101)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,972 miles
    Test number
    784733733427
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust casing poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle surface corrosion

  2. Pass160,871 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    160,871 miles
    Test number
    508334934120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail160,815 miles (+8,292)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,815 miles
    Test number
    674494085436
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass152,523 miles (+8,534)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    152,523 miles
    Test number
    220949065726
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn approx. 2.5mm tread & also has a nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  5. Pass143,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,989 miles
    Test number
    826085380718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,987 miles (+10,872)2 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,987 miles
    Test number
    309078352852
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass133,115 miles (+7,211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,115 miles
    Test number
    189033474533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Head light slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  8. Pass125,904 miles (+7,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,904 miles
    Test number
    870876625528
    • 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)

  9. Pass118,353 miles (+8,788)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,353 miles
    Test number
    850438071578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    109,565 miles
    Test number
    527823320936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,595 miles (+10,827)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,595 miles
    Test number
    329997470226
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass98,768 miles (+7,212)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    98,768 miles
    Test number
    987337764141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,556 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,556 miles
    Test number
    785293863151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail91,556 miles (+5,392)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,556 miles
    Test number
    185272363186
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass86,164 miles (+8,269)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    86,164 miles
    Test number
    488865862199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,895 miles (+8,188)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,895 miles
    Test number
    376169851114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,707 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,707 miles
    Test number
    773077860102
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass69,707 miles (+9,862)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,707 miles
    Test number
    980957260169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,845 miles (+7,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    59,845 miles
    Test number
    144392459186
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail52,668 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,668 miles
    Test number
    292345868443
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass52,668 miles (+7,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,668 miles
    Test number
    504185968143
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass45,254 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,254 miles
    Test number
    492969357181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,121 miles
    Test number
    251447866146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 MZJ

Does LB03 MZJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 MZJ expired on 28 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 MZJ?
The MOT on LB03 MZJ expired on 28 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 MZJ done?
LB03 MZJ was recorded at 166,972 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2024, an average of 6,991 miles a year.
Has LB03 MZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 MZJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 MZJ 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 MZJ find?
LB03 MZJ failed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2024 with 2 major defects and 11 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 10 more.

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