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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 TWMMOT history

LD03 TWM is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 78,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

LD03 TWM red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
78,333 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 TWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 TWM was last recorded at 78,333 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,019 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
314 miles
Average per year
2,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,333 miles
  • 2024 – 78,019 miles
  • 2023 – 77,229 miles
  • 2022 – 76,520 miles
  • 2021 – 75,357 miles
  • 2020 – 73,243 miles
  • 2019 – 71,499 miles
  • 2018 – 70,784 miles
  • 2017 – 69,337 miles
  • 2016 – 67,693 miles
  • 2015 – 65,963 miles
  • 2014 – 63,700 miles
  • 2013 – 60,817 miles
  • 2012 – 56,929 miles
  • 2011 – 54,987 miles
  • 2010 – 52,712 miles
  • 2009 – 47,543 miles
  • 2008 – 41,651 miles
  • 2007 – 32,315 miles
  • 2006 – 24,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,333 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 both sides top mounts worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sml oil seepage ns of engine.
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os "perishing"
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade split.

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.

  • Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os "perishing"

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front both McPherson strut top mounts have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a puncture

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,333 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    78,333 miles
    Test number
    509123164197
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 both sides top mounts worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sml oil seepage ns of engine.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os "perishing"
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade split.

  2. Fail78,333 miles (+314)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,333 miles
    Test number
    989749177872
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 both sides top mounts worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sml oil seepage ns of engine.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os "perishing"
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade split.

  3. Pass78,019 miles (+7)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    78,019 miles
    Test number
    657326179956
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os "perishing" (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both McPherson strut top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a puncture
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail78,012 miles (+783)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,012 miles
    Test number
    984895876679
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os "perishing" (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both McPherson strut top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a puncture
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass77,229 miles (+709)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,229 miles
    Test number
    413189450755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,520 miles (+1,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,520 miles
    Test number
    393315817039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,357 miles
    Test number
    872770629314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,354 miles (+2,111)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,354 miles
    Test number
    493020659091
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,243 miles
    Test number
    696394161984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail73,243 miles (+1,744)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,243 miles
    Test number
    372974354174
    • DangerousCentral Rear Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,499 miles (+715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,499 miles
    Test number
    728724065494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass70,784 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,784 miles
    Test number
    686397397459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,762 miles (+1,425)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,762 miles
    Test number
    200765315261
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  14. Pass69,337 miles (+1,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,337 miles
    Test number
    926791645131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  15. Pass67,693 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,693 miles
    Test number
    274637229806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,963 miles
    Test number
    472792195646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,963 miles (+2,263)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,963 miles
    Test number
    950752333616
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Fail63,700 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,700 miles
    Test number
    426685974261
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteExaust blowing

  19. Pass63,700 miles (+2,883)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,700 miles
    Test number
    876455574247
    • NoteExaust blowing

  20. Pass60,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,817 miles
    Test number
    359765653272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,817 miles (+3,888)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,817 miles
    Test number
    988795853217
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  22. Pass56,929 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,929 miles
    Test number
    869225852179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,987 miles
    Test number
    508936021134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail54,987 miles (+2,275)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,987 miles
    Test number
    766665921121
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass52,712 miles (+5,169)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,712 miles
    Test number
    882051520193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,543 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    863397529170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,227 miles
    Test number
    513192579002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,227 miles (+5,576)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,227 miles
    Test number
    121141179085
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCenter exhaust bracket broken

  29. Pass41,651 miles (+9,336)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,651 miles
    Test number
    982947788044
    • NoteFront bumper damaged
    • NoteRear wiper blade split
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  30. Pass32,315 miles (+8,049)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,315 miles
    Test number
    512328987009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass24,266 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,266 miles
    Test number
    281429986092
    • NoteBoth front tyres low.
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre.
    • NoteNearside mirror casing cracked.

Questions about LD03 TWM

Does LD03 TWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 TWM is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD03 TWM?
The MOT on LD03 TWM is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 TWM done?
LD03 TWM was recorded at 78,333 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 2,749 miles a year.
Has LD03 TWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 TWM has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 TWM 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 TWM find?
LD03 TWM passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 both sides top mounts worn.; front sml oil seepage ns of engine.; front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os "perishing", and 2 more.

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