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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 UOPMOT history

LD03 UOP is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LD03 UOP black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,614 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 UOP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 UOP was last recorded at 72,614 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 6,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,425 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,189 miles
Average per year
3,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,614 miles
  • 2025 – 66,425 miles
  • 2024 – 58,985 miles
  • 2023 – 52,368 miles
  • 2022 – 46,094 miles
  • 2021 – 44,624 miles
  • 2020 – 39,397 miles
  • 2019 – 38,368 miles
  • 2018 – 37,238 miles
  • 2017 – 35,470 miles
  • 2016 – 32,729 miles
  • 2015 – 29,926 miles
  • 2014 – 27,288 miles
  • 2013 – 24,951 miles
  • 2012 – 21,790 miles
  • 2011 – 18,917 miles
  • 2010 – 17,189 miles
  • 2009 – 15,143 miles
  • 2008 – 12,881 miles
  • 2007 – 10,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,614 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine light on

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.

  • Suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,614 miles (+6,189)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,614 miles
    Test number
    883925613834
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  2. Pass66,425 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    66,425 miles
    Test number
    244003429741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail66,425 miles (+7,440)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,425 miles
    Test number
    908558794074
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass58,985 miles (+6,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    58,985 miles
    Test number
    489045320698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  5. Pass52,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    52,368 miles
    Test number
    812231499168
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  6. Fail52,368 miles (+6,274)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,368 miles
    Test number
    613288337393
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  7. Pass46,094 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    46,094 miles
    Test number
    535559577830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail46,059 miles (+1,435)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,059 miles
    Test number
    181365875138
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass44,624 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    44,624 miles
    Test number
    578983993755
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

  10. Fail44,624 miles (+5,227)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,624 miles
    Test number
    722214711364
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect adjustment mechanism broken (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

  11. Pass39,397 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    39,397 miles
    Test number
    490022182916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,368 miles (+1,130)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    38,368 miles
    Test number
    991873991734
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner clip missing slight leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass37,238 miles (+1,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    37,238 miles
    Test number
    311305784471
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting deteriorated

  14. Pass35,470 miles (+2,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    35,470 miles
    Test number
    873557191475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm 195/65 x 15 91 v (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass32,729 miles (+2,803)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    579971846587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,926 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    638840875096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    27,288 miles
    Test number
    695563474016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,288 miles (+2,337)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,288 miles
    Test number
    769333974010
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Fail24,951 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,951 miles
    Test number
    655914983028
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass24,951 miles (+3,161)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,951 miles
    Test number
    957704183060
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass21,790 miles (+2,873)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,790 miles
    Test number
    676823282059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,917 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    18,917 miles
    Test number
    915374081031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,189 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,189 miles
    Test number
    524250790039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,143 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,143 miles
    Test number
    320099779031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,881 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,881 miles
    Test number
    320867868013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    10,618 miles
    Test number
    402228767073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 UOP

Does LD03 UOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 UOP is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 UOP?
The MOT on LD03 UOP is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 UOP done?
LD03 UOP was recorded at 72,614 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 3,254 miles a year.
Has LD03 UOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 UOP has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 UOP 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 UOP find?
LD03 UOP passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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