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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LC03 LPVMOT history

LC03 LPV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LC03 LPV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
116,011 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 LPV
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
25 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 LPV was last recorded at 116,011 miles on 20 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,009 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,011 miles
  • 2024 – 109,942 miles
  • 2021 – 107,591 miles
  • 2020 – 100,445 miles
  • 2019 – 93,391 miles
  • 2018 – 90,832 miles
  • 2017 – 87,011 miles
  • 2016 – 79,107 miles
  • 2014 – 74,170 miles
  • 2013 – 67,980 miles
  • 2012 – 63,372 miles
  • 2011 – 52,829 miles
  • 2010 – 45,685 miles
  • 2009 – 39,069 miles
  • 2008 – 28,954 miles
  • 2007 – 24,169 miles
  • 2006 – 19,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,011 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside Top shock mounts (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside & offside casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,011 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,011 miles
    Test number
    113434532402
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside Top shock mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside & offside casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail116,009 miles (+6,067)1 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,009 miles
    Test number
    109621821390
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Side repeater not working nearside & offside (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside Top shock mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside & offside casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,942 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,942 miles
    Test number
    795097919486
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail109,942 miles (+2,351)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,942 miles
    Test number
    248475600499
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass107,591 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,591 miles
    Test number
    183119364725
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail107,585 miles (+7,140)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,585 miles
    Test number
    406230776308
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass100,445 miles (+7,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,445 miles
    Test number
    723103879134
    • AdvisoryEML on dash.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTraction control light on dash.

  8. Pass93,391 miles (+2,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,391 miles
    Test number
    817335758528
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass90,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,832 miles
    Test number
    456246132142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,832 miles (+3,821)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,832 miles
    Test number
    874884942323
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  11. Pass87,011 miles (+7,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    87,011 miles
    Test number
    968038876676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass79,107 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    79,107 miles
    Test number
    120812401476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,105 miles (+4,935)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,105 miles
    Test number
    325898834970
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre punctured

  14. Pass74,170 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    74,170 miles
    Test number
    209611284276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,169 miles (+6,189)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,169 miles
    Test number
    899810484285
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass67,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,980 miles
    Test number
    428936193117
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail67,980 miles (+4,608)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,980 miles
    Test number
    518876493120
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass63,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,372 miles
    Test number
    167585302245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,372 miles (+10,543)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,372 miles
    Test number
    969665002243
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass52,829 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,829 miles
    Test number
    367902001439
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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. Fail52,827 miles (+7,142)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,827 miles
    Test number
    377282801284
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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. Pass45,685 miles (+6,616)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,685 miles
    Test number
    274708280143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,069 miles (+10,115)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,069 miles
    Test number
    461302849104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,954 miles (+4,785)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,954 miles
    Test number
    982374238145
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades worn
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn

  25. Pass24,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,169 miles
    Test number
    942289727103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail24,167 miles (+4,481)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,167 miles
    Test number
    871499227180
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass19,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    19,686 miles
    Test number
    562092226165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC03 LPV

Does LC03 LPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC03 LPV is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC03 LPV?
The MOT on LC03 LPV is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC03 LPV done?
LC03 LPV was recorded at 116,011 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 4,800 miles a year.
Has LC03 LPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 LPV has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LC03 LPV 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 LC03 LPV find?
LC03 LPV passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 10 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside top shock mounts, and 7 more.

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