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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB03 VLVMOT history

LB03 VLV is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 232,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2023
Mileage
232,690 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VLV
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
9 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VLV was last recorded at 232,690 miles on 11 Jul 2022, 6,851 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,839 miles · 23 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
6,851 miles
Average per year
10,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 232,690 miles
  • 2021 – 225,839 miles
  • 2020 – 219,486 miles
  • 2019 – 209,049 miles
  • 2018 – 197,945 miles
  • 2017 – 185,117 miles
  • 2016 – 173,600 miles
  • 2015 – 163,097 miles
  • 2014 – 152,504 miles
  • 2013 – 141,493 miles
  • 2012 – 130,169 miles
  • 2011 – 120,382 miles
  • 2010 – 106,681 miles
  • 2009 – 93,487 miles
  • 2008 – 84,756 miles
  • 2007 – 76,548 miles
  • 2006 – 63,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,690 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,690 miles (+6,851)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    232,690 miles
    Test number
    737696904263
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass225,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    225,839 miles
    Test number
    241952840892
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail225,839 miles (+6,353)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,839 miles
    Test number
    151987897881
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass219,486 miles (+10,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    219,486 miles
    Test number
    988271119745
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass209,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    209,049 miles
    Test number
    149545950866
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail209,049 miles (+11,104)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,049 miles
    Test number
    358202396752
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass197,945 miles (+12,828)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    197,945 miles
    Test number
    967570123114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass185,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    185,117 miles
    Test number
    784072214814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail185,117 miles (+11,517)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,117 miles
    Test number
    637878051016
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass173,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    173,600 miles
    Test number
    875961168344
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail173,600 miles (+10,503)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,600 miles
    Test number
    163317195963
    • FailureRear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass163,097 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    163,097 miles
    Test number
    979801605269
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket condition

  13. Fail163,097 miles (+10,593)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,097 miles
    Test number
    417989195126
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket condition

  14. Pass152,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    152,504 miles
    Test number
    496878094117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail152,504 miles (+11,011)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,504 miles
    Test number
    859158994127
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass141,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    141,493 miles
    Test number
    728831393107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail141,493 miles (+11,324)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,493 miles
    Test number
    355001193148
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass130,169 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,169 miles
    Test number
    896659692158
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken.

  19. Fail130,169 miles (+9,787)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,169 miles
    Test number
    215048992415
    • 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)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken.
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass120,382 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    120,382 miles
    Test number
    706665881124
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail120,382 miles (+13,701)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,382 miles
    Test number
    318345881111
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass106,681 miles (+13,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    106,681 miles
    Test number
    522457340132
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass93,487 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    93,487 miles
    Test number
    230532159194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,485 miles (+8,729)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,485 miles
    Test number
    141740159196
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass84,756 miles (+8,208)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    84,756 miles
    Test number
    480568558179
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLow engine oil
    • NoteNo lock on o/s/r foot or handbrake
    • NoteOil leak around intercooler o/s/f
    • NotePlay in o/s of steering rack

  26. Pass76,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    143356447179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail76,548 miles (+13,310)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    243526447414
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  28. Pass63,238 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    63,238 miles
    Test number
    800817786182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LB03 VLV

Does LB03 VLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VLV expired on 23 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VLV?
The MOT on LB03 VLV expired on 23 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VLV done?
LB03 VLV was recorded at 232,690 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2022, an average of 10,582 miles a year.
Has LB03 VLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VLV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 VLV 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 VLV find?
LB03 VLV passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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