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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 UPJMOT history

LD03 UPJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 100,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LD03 UPJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
100,441 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 UPJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 UPJ was last recorded at 100,441 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,717 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
724 miles
Average per year
4,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,441 miles
  • 2025 – 99,717 miles
  • 2024 – 98,523 miles
  • 2023 – 97,038 miles
  • 2022 – 95,562 miles
  • 2021 – 93,120 miles
  • 2020 – 90,730 miles
  • 2019 – 86,964 miles
  • 2018 – 84,883 miles
  • 2017 – 82,695 miles
  • 2016 – 79,576 miles
  • 2015 – 76,642 miles
  • 2014 – 72,378 miles
  • 2013 – 64,297 miles
  • 2012 – 57,755 miles
  • 2011 – 52,869 miles
  • 2010 – 46,911 miles
  • 2008 – 36,965 miles
  • 2007 – 29,310 miles
  • 2006 – 17,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,441 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • TOO WET

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,441 miles (+724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    100,441 miles
    Test number
    782727052066
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass99,717 miles (+1,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    99,717 miles
    Test number
    929463411236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass98,523 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,523 miles
    Test number
    137320489704
    • AdvisoryTOO WET

  4. Fail98,519 miles (+1,481)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,519 miles
    Test number
    792274948321
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTOO WET

  5. Pass97,038 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    366478193896
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail97,037 miles (+1,475)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,037 miles
    Test number
    658755296076
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass95,562 miles (+1,003)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,562 miles
    Test number
    114754290492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail94,559 miles (+1,439)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,559 miles
    Test number
    374421354872
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass93,120 miles (+2,390)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    93,120 miles
    Test number
    580726832014
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner cv boot clip/clamp missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    855519244162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake did not achieve lock up when tested(service or secondary)

  11. Fail90,730 miles (+3,766)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    347834839256
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake did not achieve lock up when tested(service or secondary)

  12. Pass86,964 miles (+2,081)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,964 miles
    Test number
    862304236499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,883 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    84,883 miles
    Test number
    434192647578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,695 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,695 miles
    Test number
    210301308154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,576 miles
    Test number
    311259131334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,576 miles (+2,934)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,576 miles
    Test number
    894302210182
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass76,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    276732015449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,642 miles (+4,264)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    878352415177
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Fail72,378 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,378 miles
    Test number
    305015214102
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Pass72,378 miles (+8,081)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,378 miles
    Test number
    909105014140
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine management light on

  21. Pass64,297 miles (+6,542)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,297 miles
    Test number
    999920103147
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass57,755 miles (+4,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,755 miles
    Test number
    277018832440
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass52,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,869 miles
    Test number
    797280541151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,869 miles (+5,958)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,869 miles
    Test number
    776569731175
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEPC...TRACTION CONTROL...ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHTS ON
    • NoteN/S MIRROR GLASS MISSING
    • NoteO/S/R DOOR NOT OPENING FROM OUTSIDE

  25. Pass46,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,911 miles
    Test number
    633180110173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,911 miles (+9,946)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,911 miles
    Test number
    664296500103
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • 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)

  27. Pass36,965 miles (+7,655)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    722048868245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,310 miles (+11,848)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    29,310 miles
    Test number
    852224567269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,462 miles
    Test number
    671851096067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 UPJ

Does LD03 UPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 UPJ is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 UPJ?
The MOT on LD03 UPJ is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 UPJ done?
LD03 UPJ was recorded at 100,441 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,042 miles a year.
Has LD03 UPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 UPJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 UPJ 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 UPJ find?
LD03 UPJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear coil spring corroded.

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