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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LD03 OAHMOT history

LD03 OAH is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 217,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LD03 OAH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
217,649 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 OAH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 OAH was last recorded at 217,649 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 1,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,967 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,682 miles
Average per year
7,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,649 miles
  • 2025 – 215,967 miles
  • 2021 – 215,091 miles
  • 2020 – 214,183 miles
  • 2019 – 213,225 miles
  • 2018 – 210,054 miles
  • 2017 – 202,485 miles
  • 2016 – 194,682 miles
  • 2015 – 182,375 miles
  • 2013 – 163,911 miles
  • 2012 – 150,863 miles
  • 2011 – 133,795 miles
  • 2010 – 122,750 miles
  • 2009 – 108,932 miles
  • 2008 – 95,883 miles
  • 2007 – 82,897 miles
  • 2006 – 63,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,649 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,649 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    217,649 miles
    Test number
    752599557778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass215,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    215,967 miles
    Test number
    930807519051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail215,967 miles (+876)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,967 miles
    Test number
    951765825044
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass215,091 miles (+908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    215,091 miles
    Test number
    849378691742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass214,183 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    214,183 miles
    Test number
    622577860438
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySticker on bottom of windscreen not in drivers view

  6. Fail214,180 miles (+955)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,180 miles
    Test number
    210767711574
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySticker on bottom of windscreen not in drivers view

  7. Pass213,225 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    213,225 miles
    Test number
    440309792222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  8. Fail213,221 miles (+3,167)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,221 miles
    Test number
    424934864077
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering arm joint worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  9. Pass210,054 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    210,054 miles
    Test number
    628552309879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail210,035 miles (+7,550)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,035 miles
    Test number
    576948498206
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  11. Pass202,485 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    202,485 miles
    Test number
    488825378072
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail202,406 miles (+7,724)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,406 miles
    Test number
    910281440889
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass194,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    194,682 miles
    Test number
    393620788402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail194,682 miles (+12,307)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,682 miles
    Test number
    696515088392
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass182,375 miles (+32)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    182,375 miles
    Test number
    785150075022
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDamage to front bumper
    • NoteSlight bind offside rear brake

  16. Fail182,343 miles (+18,432)2 dangerous9 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,343 miles
    Test number
    166419505056
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak - Expansion tank

  17. Pass163,911 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    163,911 miles
    Test number
    937986423355
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail163,911 miles (+8)2 dangerous7 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,911 miles
    Test number
    445124723479
    • DangerousExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail163,903 miles (+13,040)9 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,903 miles
    Test number
    799022323346
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBonnet release broken

  20. Pass150,863 miles (+17,068)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    150,863 miles
    Test number
    386975902348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass133,795 miles (+11,045)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    133,795 miles
    Test number
    415032001464
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake disc(s) front and rear slightly worn and pitted

  22. Pass122,750 miles (+13,818)12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    122,750 miles
    Test number
    301560000393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth sides front disc(s) slightly worn

  23. Pass108,932 miles (+13,049)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    983762909328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Note1.o/s front track rod end has slight play.

  24. Pass95,883 miles (+12,986)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,883 miles
    Test number
    493071058197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass82,897 miles (+19,628)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    82,897 miles
    Test number
    153571627162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,269 miles
    Test number
    394648096049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 OAH

Does LD03 OAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 OAH is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 OAH?
The MOT on LD03 OAH is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 OAH done?
LD03 OAH was recorded at 217,649 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 7,819 miles a year.
Has LD03 OAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 OAH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 OAH 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 OAH find?
LD03 OAH passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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