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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD03 NUJMOT history

LD03 NUJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 112,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LD03 NUJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
112,829 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 NUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 NUJ was last recorded at 112,829 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,829 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,829 miles
  • 2025 – 108,992 miles
  • 2024 – 103,685 miles
  • 2023 – 101,953 miles
  • 2022 – 97,900 miles
  • 2021 – 93,488 miles
  • 2020 – 89,867 miles
  • 2019 – 84,942 miles
  • 2018 – 79,463 miles
  • 2017 – 73,616 miles
  • 2016 – 67,210 miles
  • 2015 – 61,767 miles
  • 2014 – 56,322 miles
  • 2013 – 51,259 miles
  • 2012 – 45,725 miles
  • 2011 – 38,651 miles
  • 2010 – 31,872 miles
  • 2009 – 25,274 miles
  • 2008 – 16,123 miles
  • 2007 – 14,122 miles
  • 2006 – 10,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,829 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Exhaust system coroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,829 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    112,829 miles
    Test number
    267253836213
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail112,829 miles (+3,837)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,829 miles
    Test number
    148702574329
    • 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))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,992 miles (+5,307)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,992 miles
    Test number
    769257282828
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/s and o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/s and o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) N/s and o/s front

  4. Pass103,685 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,685 miles
    Test number
    832257166545
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail103,685 miles (+1,732)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,685 miles
    Test number
    111166986779
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass101,953 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,953 miles
    Test number
    259563927525
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail101,953 miles (+4,053)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,953 miles
    Test number
    397559680813
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass97,900 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    97,900 miles
    Test number
    415876806911
    • AdvisoryNsf slight play inner rack

  9. Fail97,900 miles (+4,412)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,900 miles
    Test number
    289239257290
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNsf slight play inner rack

  10. Pass93,488 miles (+3,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,488 miles
    Test number
    511523775044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing out of shape inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing out of shape inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass89,867 miles (+4,925)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    89,867 miles
    Test number
    921098929463
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass84,942 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,942 miles
    Test number
    824763093602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail84,942 miles (+5,479)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,942 miles
    Test number
    381844194628
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass79,463 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,463 miles
    Test number
    100626380424
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail79,463 miles (+5,847)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,463 miles
    Test number
    404904221583
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass73,616 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,616 miles
    Test number
    808364777794
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail73,616 miles (+6,406)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,616 miles
    Test number
    369165707299
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass67,210 miles (+5,443)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,210 miles
    Test number
    449671687071
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass61,767 miles (+5,445)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,767 miles
    Test number
    267955585064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteOsf tyre inner edge worn

  20. Pass56,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,322 miles
    Test number
    196227674431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,322 miles (+5,063)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,322 miles
    Test number
    426297974077
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass51,259 miles (+5,534)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,259 miles
    Test number
    586313563024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,725 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,725 miles
    Test number
    575700682082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,651 miles (+6,779)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,651 miles
    Test number
    818755671068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,872 miles (+6,598)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,872 miles
    Test number
    530679660048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass25,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,274 miles
    Test number
    572004189086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail25,274 miles (+9,151)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,274 miles
    Test number
    812114489019
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass16,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,123 miles
    Test number
    512069148091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail16,123 miles (+2,001)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,123 miles
    Test number
    990479048037
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  30. Pass14,122 miles (+3,133)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,122 miles
    Test number
    753762887058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass10,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,989 miles
    Test number
    613097786085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 NUJ

Does LD03 NUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 NUJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 NUJ?
The MOT on LD03 NUJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 NUJ done?
LD03 NUJ was recorded at 112,829 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 5,117 miles a year.
Has LD03 NUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 NUJ has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 NUJ 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 LD03 NUJ find?
LD03 NUJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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