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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 UOMMOT history

LD03 UOM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2025.

LD03 UOM blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2026
Mileage
144,168 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 UOM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 UOM was last recorded at 144,168 miles on 6 Jan 2025, 7,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,101 miles · 13 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
7,067 miles
Average per year
6,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,168 miles
  • 2024 – 137,101 miles
  • 2023 – 129,537 miles
  • 2022 – 109,385 miles
  • 2020 – 93,787 miles
  • 2019 – 81,964 miles
  • 2018 – 74,790 miles
  • 2017 – 69,312 miles
  • 2016 – 65,208 miles
  • 2015 – 62,395 miles
  • 2014 – 58,668 miles
  • 2013 – 52,206 miles
  • 2012 – 49,171 miles
  • 2011 – 45,471 miles
  • 2010 – 42,112 miles
  • 2009 – 37,882 miles
  • 2008 – 34,434 miles
  • 2007 – 31,281 miles
  • 2006 – 27,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,168 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met requirements

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust mounting defective all rubber mountings deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear exhaust rubber mount broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,168 miles (+7,067)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    144,168 miles
    Test number
    359438021823
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met requirements

  2. Pass137,101 miles (+7,564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,101 miles
    Test number
    621721965018
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,537 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,537 miles
    Test number
    237291390570
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  4. Fail129,537 miles (+20,152)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,537 miles
    Test number
    120498543165
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  5. Pass109,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    733882056969
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail109,385 miles (+15,598)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    292359135689
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Also won't open from inside vehicle either (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass93,787 miles (+11,823)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    93,787 miles
    Test number
    126982768298
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing both edges and on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing both edges and on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass81,964 miles (+7,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,964 miles
    Test number
    963453121105
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass74,790 miles (+559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,790 miles
    Test number
    314144658165
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all rubber mountings deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail74,231 miles (+4,919)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,231 miles
    Test number
    248911199749
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all rubber mountings deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass69,312 miles (+170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,312 miles
    Test number
    365837321529
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mount broken

  12. Fail69,142 miles (+3,934)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,142 miles
    Test number
    212307381120
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mount broken

  13. Pass65,208 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,208 miles
    Test number
    524352643350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail65,208 miles (+2,813)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,208 miles
    Test number
    558214948365
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass62,395 miles (+3,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,395 miles
    Test number
    879588695162
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass58,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,668 miles
    Test number
    297247494424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,668 miles (+6,462)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,668 miles
    Test number
    318337794135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass52,206 miles (+3,035)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    52,206 miles
    Test number
    636664083037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,171 miles
    Test number
    607850592059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,171 miles (+3,700)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,171 miles
    Test number
    415719982051
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  21. Pass45,471 miles (+3,359)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,471 miles
    Test number
    839637291091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,112 miles (+4,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,112 miles
    Test number
    343271880015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass37,882 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,882 miles
    Test number
    421870919159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,434 miles (+3,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,434 miles
    Test number
    123220708184
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass31,281 miles (+3,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,281 miles
    Test number
    973573097013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass27,337 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,337 miles
    Test number
    711681206165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD03 UOM

Does LD03 UOM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 UOM expired on 18 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 UOM?
The MOT on LD03 UOM expired on 18 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 UOM done?
LD03 UOM was recorded at 144,168 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2025, an average of 6,234 miles a year.
Has LD03 UOM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 UOM has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LD03 UOM 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 UOM find?
LD03 UOM passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2025 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 5 more.

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