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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LB03 NCUMOT history

LB03 NCU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 77,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
77,241 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 NCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 NCU was last recorded at 77,241 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 1,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,395 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,846 miles
Average per year
2,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,241 miles
  • 2025 – 75,395 miles
  • 2024 – 72,798 miles
  • 2023 – 69,836 miles
  • 2022 – 67,898 miles
  • 2021 – 67,059 miles
  • 2020 – 66,429 miles
  • 2019 – 65,319 miles
  • 2018 – 64,255 miles
  • 2017 – 63,434 miles
  • 2016 – 62,644 miles
  • 2015 – 61,543 miles
  • 2014 – 60,540 miles
  • 2013 – 58,821 miles
  • 2012 – 55,696 miles
  • 2011 – 51,456 miles
  • 2010 – 47,782 miles
  • 2009 – 44,038 miles
  • 2008 – 41,361 miles
  • 2007 – 35,860 miles
  • 2006 – 34,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,241 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,241 miles (+1,846)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,241 miles
    Test number
    689691005224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,395 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    75,395 miles
    Test number
    526666497986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail75,395 miles (+2,597)2 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,395 miles
    Test number
    617192009593
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,798 miles
    Test number
    967825437087
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail72,798 miles (+2,962)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,798 miles
    Test number
    707895425201
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass69,836 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,836 miles
    Test number
    897319408977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail69,836 miles (+1,938)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,836 miles
    Test number
    169962434659
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass67,898 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    67,898 miles
    Test number
    883716308910
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail67,898 miles (+839)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,898 miles
    Test number
    792503914929
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass67,059 miles (+630)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    67,059 miles
    Test number
    510648469449
    • DangerousExhaust has been repaired with cable ties
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all the pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged

  11. Pass66,429 miles (+1,110)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,429 miles
    Test number
    780365072305
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear box at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper top suspension mount slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass65,319 miles (+1,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2020
    Odometer
    65,319 miles
    Test number
    770224474425
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass64,255 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,255 miles
    Test number
    675622232269
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail64,255 miles (+821)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,255 miles
    Test number
    725592814263
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass63,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,434 miles
    Test number
    305373055856
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail63,434 miles (+790)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,434 miles
    Test number
    267068568343
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass62,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,644 miles
    Test number
    877303392659
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread is cracked

  18. Fail62,644 miles (+1,101)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,644 miles
    Test number
    902156437742
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread is cracked

  19. Pass61,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,543 miles
    Test number
    327127925134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,543 miles (+1,003)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,543 miles
    Test number
    209197925121
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass60,540 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,540 miles
    Test number
    698262634190
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail60,540 miles (+1,719)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,540 miles
    Test number
    809462534108
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail58,821 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,821 miles
    Test number
    248983723109
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass58,821 miles (+3,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,821 miles
    Test number
    408933523173
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Pass55,696 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,696 miles
    Test number
    525349202101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,456 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,456 miles
    Test number
    288099911423
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  27. Fail51,456 miles (+3,674)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,456 miles
    Test number
    548119711117
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  28. Pass47,782 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,782 miles
    Test number
    111772430149
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  29. Fail47,781 miles (+3,743)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,781 miles
    Test number
    332530230122
    • FailureRear Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  30. Pass44,038 miles (+2,677)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    44,038 miles
    Test number
    232213749034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass41,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,361 miles
    Test number
    164233548084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail41,361 miles (+5,501)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,361 miles
    Test number
    170143848006
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front mirror loose
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has two nails and a side wall plug repair.

  33. Pass35,860 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    35,860 miles
    Test number
    124015847437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass34,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    34,677 miles
    Test number
    424603106239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 NCU

Does LB03 NCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 NCU is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 NCU?
The MOT on LB03 NCU is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 NCU done?
LB03 NCU was recorded at 77,241 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 2,155 miles a year.
Has LB03 NCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 NCU has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 NCU 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 NCU find?
LB03 NCU passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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