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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB03 OUJMOT history

LB03 OUJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 123,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2022
Mileage
123,723 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2021
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 OUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 OUJ was last recorded at 123,723 miles on 20 Oct 2021, 4,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,184 miles · 5 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
4,539 miles
Average per year
6,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 123,723 miles
  • 2020 – 119,184 miles
  • 2019 – 113,882 miles
  • 2018 – 106,732 miles
  • 2017 – 100,500 miles
  • 2016 – 93,355 miles
  • 2015 – 88,042 miles
  • 2014 – 79,349 miles
  • 2013 – 70,096 miles
  • 2012 – 61,862 miles
  • 2011 – 55,351 miles
  • 2010 – 47,869 miles
  • 2009 – 41,410 miles
  • 2008 – 35,932 miles
  • 2007 – 29,426 miles
  • 2006 – 22,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,723 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Coolant leak radiator

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,723 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    123,723 miles
    Test number
    927406279024
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail123,722 miles (+4,538)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,722 miles
    Test number
    856991007342
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass119,184 miles (+5,302)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    119,184 miles
    Test number
    314081693876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,882 miles (+7,150)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,882 miles
    Test number
    399990399448
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass106,732 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,732 miles
    Test number
    308189215322
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer handle operation poor
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen

  6. Fail106,730 miles (+6,230)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,730 miles
    Test number
    209485056335
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limits (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer handle operation poor
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen

  7. Pass100,500 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,500 miles
    Test number
    621868905964
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded & flexi section in poor condition

  8. Fail100,497 miles (+7,142)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,497 miles
    Test number
    520959349208
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded & flexi section in poor condition

  9. Pass93,355 miles (+15)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    93,355 miles
    Test number
    798234392788
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wing/wheel arch trims insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi section damaged
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front subframe

  10. Fail93,340 miles (+5,298)4 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,340 miles
    Test number
    326502128911
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wing/wheel arch trims insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi section damaged
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front subframe

  11. Pass88,042 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,042 miles
    Test number
    116512197179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAuxillary belt noisey
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCuts to rear tyres
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and front flexi joint poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges

  12. Fail88,042 miles (+8,693)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,042 miles
    Test number
    231057000835
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAuxillary belt noisey
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCuts to rear tyres
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and front flexi joint poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges

  13. Fail79,349 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,349 miles
    Test number
    275184694202
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass79,349 miles (+9,253)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,349 miles
    Test number
    386754594474
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass70,096 miles (+21)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    70,096 miles
    Test number
    717742603379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteN/s headlight aim on lower limit

  16. Fail70,075 miles (+8,213)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,075 miles
    Test number
    235681003396
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteN/s headlight aim on lower limit

  17. Pass61,862 miles (+6,511)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,862 miles
    Test number
    617618592261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,351 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,351 miles
    Test number
    496902701433
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Pass55,351 miles (+7,482)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,351 miles
    Test number
    615902701364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Pass47,869 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,869 miles
    Test number
    320196200328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,967 miles (+4,557)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,967 miles
    Test number
    304539310154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,410 miles (+5,478)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,410 miles
    Test number
    910307309169
    • 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)
    • NoteScreen chipped
    • NoteTested wet

  23. Pass35,932 miles (+6,506)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,932 miles
    Test number
    504633818123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,426 miles (+7,005)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,426 miles
    Test number
    264245027424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,421 miles
    Test number
    460552656276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 OUJ

Does LB03 OUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 OUJ expired on 1 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 OUJ?
The MOT on LB03 OUJ expired on 1 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 OUJ done?
LB03 OUJ was recorded at 123,723 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2021, an average of 6,703 miles a year.
Has LB03 OUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 OUJ has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 OUJ 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 OUJ find?
LB03 OUJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2021 with 8 advisories: driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 5 more.

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