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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 NZMMOT history

LD03 NZM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 333,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LD03 NZM silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
333,558 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
13,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 NZM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 NZM was last recorded at 333,558 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
333,500 miles · 12 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
13,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 333,558 miles
  • 2025 – 328,059 miles
  • 2024 – 319,874 miles
  • 2023 – 306,008 miles
  • 2022 – 298,818 miles
  • 2021 – 292,598 miles
  • 2020 – 288,447 miles
  • 2019 – 276,237 miles
  • 2018 – 273,601 miles
  • 2017 – 265,070 miles
  • 2016 – 258,052 miles
  • 2015 – 251,726 miles
  • 2014 – 240,601 miles
  • 2013 – 231,443 miles
  • 2012 – 221,018 miles
  • 2011 – 208,879 miles
  • 2010 – 177,574 miles
  • 2009 – 150,211 miles
  • 2008 – 120,891 miles
  • 2007 – 91,026 miles
  • 2006 – 66,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass333,558 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass333,558 miles (+58)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    333,558 miles
    Test number
    701434322088
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail333,500 miles (+5,441)1 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    333,500 miles
    Test number
    344746129149
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass328,059 miles (+68)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    328,059 miles
    Test number
    382001322470
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail327,991 miles (+8,117)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    327,991 miles
    Test number
    973856429687
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Caliper lever stuck forwards (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass319,874 miles (+13,866)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    319,874 miles
    Test number
    552551518139
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass306,008 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    306,008 miles
    Test number
    289241976105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail306,007 miles (+7,189)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,007 miles
    Test number
    319838306489
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass298,818 miles (+6,220)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    298,818 miles
    Test number
    753655431988
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass292,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    292,598 miles
    Test number
    418462203370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail292,598 miles (+4,151)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,598 miles
    Test number
    264876018512
    • MajorCentral Lower Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass288,447 miles (+12,210)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    288,447 miles
    Test number
    233329993766
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass276,237 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    276,237 miles
    Test number
    257436475544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail276,227 miles (+2,626)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,227 miles
    Test number
    658588488284
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  14. Pass273,601 miles (+8,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    273,601 miles
    Test number
    409126896724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass265,070 miles (+7,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    265,070 miles
    Test number
    839517457171
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass258,052 miles (+6,326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    258,052 miles
    Test number
    458691472365
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass251,726 miles (+11,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    251,726 miles
    Test number
    475432055032
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass240,601 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    240,601 miles
    Test number
    476372474099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail240,597 miles (+9,154)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,597 miles
    Test number
    619756964009
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  20. Pass231,443 miles (+10,425)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    231,443 miles
    Test number
    696406963090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition outter skin adrift

  21. Pass221,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    221,018 miles
    Test number
    548643062031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail221,018 miles (+12,139)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,018 miles
    Test number
    268483862072
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass208,879 miles (+31,305)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    208,879 miles
    Test number
    186737051480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass177,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    177,574 miles
    Test number
    772231050030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail177,574 miles (+27,363)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,574 miles
    Test number
    832251550078
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass150,211 miles (+29,320)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    150,211 miles
    Test number
    704059559064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass120,891 miles (+29,865)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    120,891 miles
    Test number
    710611168027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass91,026 miles (+24,989)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    91,026 miles
    Test number
    931638467018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,037 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    66,037 miles
    Test number
    494207936040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChip in zone 'B'

  30. Fail66,037 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,037 miles
    Test number
    930297636010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChip in zone 'B'

Questions about LD03 NZM

Does LD03 NZM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 NZM is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 NZM?
The MOT on LD03 NZM is valid until 24 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 NZM done?
LD03 NZM was recorded at 333,558 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 13,343 miles a year.
Has LD03 NZM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 NZM has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 NZM 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 NZM find?
LD03 NZM passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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