Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD03 NUKMOT history

LD03 NUK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 177,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LD03 NUK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
177,584 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,742 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LD03 NUK in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 NUK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 NUK was last recorded at 177,584 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 7,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Feb 2009: 65,837 miles, lower than 76,898 miles on 16 Feb 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
170,359 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,225 miles
Average per year
6,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,584 miles
  • 2024 – 170,359 miles
  • 2023 – 162,226 miles
  • 2022 – 155,016 miles
  • 2021 – 148,692 miles
  • 2020 – 143,360 miles
  • 2019 – 135,701 miles
  • 2018 – 127,125 miles
  • 2017 – 126,225 miles
  • 2016 – 124,311 miles
  • 2015 – 122,731 miles
  • 2014 – 118,213 miles
  • 2013 – 110,284 miles
  • 2012 – 103,712 miles
  • 2011 – 98,717 miles
  • 2010 – 94,257 miles
  • 2009 – 90,669 miles
  • 2008 – 76,898 miles
  • 2007 – 63,829 miles
  • 2006 – 44,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,584 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake backing plates corroded

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 emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight play in steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,584 miles (+7,225)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    177,584 miles
    Test number
    511704596716
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake backing plates corroded

  2. Pass170,359 miles (+8,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    170,359 miles
    Test number
    942312213450
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,226 miles (+7,210)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    162,226 miles
    Test number
    254594742417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,016 miles (+6,324)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    155,016 miles
    Test number
    196814549090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass148,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    148,692 miles
    Test number
    906213643385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront drive shaft gaitors perished
    • AdvisoryO/s front inner arch splash guard in secure

  6. Fail148,682 miles (+5,322)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,682 miles
    Test number
    542211840384
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront drive shaft gaitors perished
    • AdvisoryO/s front inner arch splash guard in secure

  7. Pass143,360 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    143,360 miles
    Test number
    605465861861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail143,356 miles (+7,655)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,356 miles
    Test number
    571510331220
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass135,701 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,701 miles
    Test number
    268513232518
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  10. Fail135,694 miles (+8,569)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,694 miles
    Test number
    954464978891
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  11. Pass127,125 miles (+900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    127,125 miles
    Test number
    770516982560
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass126,225 miles (+1,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    126,225 miles
    Test number
    169130161534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass124,311 miles (+1,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    124,311 miles
    Test number
    422522526071
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass122,731 miles (+4,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    122,731 miles
    Test number
    857217780902
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass118,213 miles (+7,929)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    118,213 miles
    Test number
    759941464261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,284 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,284 miles
    Test number
    827101883233
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass110,284 miles (+6,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    110,284 miles
    Test number
    849171083252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass103,712 miles (+4,995)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,712 miles
    Test number
    365452682272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,717 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,717 miles
    Test number
    566436481296
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass98,717 miles (+4,460)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    98,717 miles
    Test number
    755096081214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,257 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    94,257 miles
    Test number
    782899170225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,669 miles (+24,832)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,669 miles
    Test number
    302292599269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,837 miles (-11,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,837 miles
    Test number
    962753949004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass76,898 miles (+13,069)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    76,898 miles
    Test number
    971017248025
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,829 miles (+19,466)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,829 miles
    Test number
    144480057007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,363 miles
    Test number
    282749466044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 NUK

Does LD03 NUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 NUK is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD03 NUK?
The MOT on LD03 NUK is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 NUK done?
LD03 NUK was recorded at 177,584 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 6,742 miles a year.
Has LD03 NUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 NUK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LD03 NUK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 NUK find?
LD03 NUK passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 6 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LD03N registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.