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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB03 VRLMOT history

LB03 VRL is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 140,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2023
Mileage
140,789 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB03 VRL was last recorded at 140,789 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 3,075 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,714 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,075 miles
Average per year
6,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,789 miles
  • 2022 – 137,714 miles
  • 2020 – 134,059 miles
  • 2019 – 122,318 miles
  • 2017 – 119,438 miles
  • 2016 – 111,466 miles
  • 2015 – 108,340 miles
  • 2014 – 101,663 miles
  • 2013 – 93,682 miles
  • 2012 – 87,439 miles
  • 2011 – 80,377 miles
  • 2010 – 72,973 miles
  • 2009 – 64,135 miles
  • 2008 – 54,664 miles
  • 2007 – 44,968 miles
  • 2006 – 33,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,789 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,789 miles (+3,075)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,789 miles
    Test number
    327437443759
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass137,714 miles (+3,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,714 miles
    Test number
    664273067726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rusting

  3. Pass134,059 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,059 miles
    Test number
    736599490868
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror case damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail134,059 miles (+5,001)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,059 miles
    Test number
    434745138490
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror case damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass129,058 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,058 miles
    Test number
    437432951488
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror case damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  6. Fail129,058 miles (+6,740)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,058 miles
    Test number
    105785503484
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror case damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  7. Pass122,318 miles2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    122,318 miles
    Test number
    556631592381
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced accident damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion appearing to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully check boot area as loaded at time of test

  8. Fail122,318 miles (+2,880)6 major2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,318 miles
    Test number
    279333115158
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced accident damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion appearing to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully check boot area as loaded at time of test

  9. Pass119,438 miles (+40)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    119,438 miles
    Test number
    376229236178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn smooth on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight damage body sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level mark

  10. Fail119,398 miles (+7,932)1 dangerous3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,398 miles
    Test number
    281746650285
    • DangerousBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn smooth on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight damage body sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level mark

  11. Pass111,466 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    111,466 miles
    Test number
    587079244385
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount deteriorating

  12. Fail111,466 miles (+3,126)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,466 miles
    Test number
    307508339826
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount deteriorating

  13. Pass108,340 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    108,340 miles
    Test number
    274533937465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced cracked (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced cracked (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail108,340 miles (+6,677)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,340 miles
    Test number
    222119625040
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced cracked (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced cracked (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass101,663 miles (+77)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    416247214412
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Fail101,586 miles (+7,904)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,586 miles
    Test number
    928864314375
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass93,682 miles (+6,243)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    93,682 miles
    Test number
    298233233386
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass87,439 miles (+461)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    87,439 miles
    Test number
    377749632361
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  19. Pass86,978 miles (+6,601)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,978 miles
    Test number
    668132672137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,377 miles (+7,404)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,377 miles
    Test number
    777534461112
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken but still supporting exhaust
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  21. Pass72,973 miles (+8,838)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,973 miles
    Test number
    552710280138
    • NoteRear number plate starting to seperate

  22. Pass64,135 miles (+9,471)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,135 miles
    Test number
    281469469106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,664 miles (+9,696)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,664 miles
    Test number
    571747278163
    • NoteNearside wiper blade in poor condition

  24. Pass44,968 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,968 miles
    Test number
    341119667178
    • NoteRear pads low

  25. Fail44,968 miles (+11,835)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,968 miles
    Test number
    942219967111
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear pads low

  26. Pass33,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,133 miles
    Test number
    660860686145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VRL

Does LB03 VRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VRL expired on 27 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VRL?
The MOT on LB03 VRL expired on 27 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VRL done?
LB03 VRL was recorded at 140,789 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 6,485 miles a year.
Has LB03 VRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VRL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 VRL 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 VRL find?
LB03 VRL failed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: central exhaust system insecure; offside front position lamp not working; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 4 more.

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