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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LL03 LXHMOT history

LL03 LXH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2024.

LL03 LXH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2025
Mileage
95,928 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 LXH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 LXH was last recorded at 95,928 miles on 22 Oct 2024, 2,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,797 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,131 miles
Average per year
3,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,928 miles
  • 2023 – 93,797 miles
  • 2022 – 90,030 miles
  • 2021 – 88,358 miles
  • 2020 – 86,982 miles
  • 2019 – 83,837 miles
  • 2018 – 81,655 miles
  • 2017 – 79,009 miles
  • 2016 – 76,007 miles
  • 2015 – 73,001 miles
  • 2014 – 70,594 miles
  • 2013 – 68,621 miles
  • 2012 – 67,326 miles
  • 2011 – 65,345 miles
  • 2010 – 61,438 miles
  • 2009 – 58,214 miles
  • 2008 – 51,240 miles
  • 2007 – 47,424 miles
  • 2006 – 38,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,928 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Just before rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs are worn and scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Headlamp slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,928 miles (+2,131)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,928 miles
    Test number
    162898148957
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Just before rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs are worn and scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass93,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,797 miles
    Test number
    445771292126
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp slightly loose

  3. Fail93,797 miles (+3,767)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,797 miles
    Test number
    830230414683
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished/split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass90,030 miles (+1,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,030 miles
    Test number
    186994888126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass88,358 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,358 miles
    Test number
    728493380770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,982 miles (+3,145)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,982 miles
    Test number
    867759315599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,837 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,837 miles
    Test number
    502766904425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

  8. Fail83,837 miles (+2,182)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,837 miles
    Test number
    365071797906
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

  9. Pass81,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,655 miles
    Test number
    130762255605
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail81,655 miles (+2,646)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,655 miles
    Test number
    986719885760
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass79,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,009 miles
    Test number
    714616093687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,009 miles (+3,002)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,009 miles
    Test number
    664435337227
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass76,007 miles (+3,006)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,007 miles
    Test number
    481969228555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,001 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    73,001 miles
    Test number
    106885845205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front Wishbond bush slightly deteriated.

  15. Fail73,001 miles (+2,407)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,001 miles
    Test number
    119735545208
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front Wishbond bush slightly deteriated.

  16. Fail70,594 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,594 miles
    Test number
    156934754280
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass70,594 miles (+1,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,594 miles
    Test number
    335814954259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass68,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,621 miles
    Test number
    759543453245
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Fail68,608 miles (+1,282)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,608 miles
    Test number
    308503053403
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass67,326 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,326 miles
    Test number
    268784152292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,345 miles (+3,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,345 miles
    Test number
    918061651247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass61,438 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,438 miles
    Test number
    650774140259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,214 miles
    Test number
    494194259270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,210 miles (+6,970)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,210 miles
    Test number
    770374359205
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass51,240 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,240 miles
    Test number
    183713648292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,424 miles (+9,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,424 miles
    Test number
    942549547230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass38,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,322 miles
    Test number
    152528636220
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LL03 LXH

Does LL03 LXH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 LXH expired on 21 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 LXH?
The MOT on LL03 LXH expired on 21 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 LXH done?
LL03 LXH was recorded at 95,928 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2024, an average of 3,173 miles a year.
Has LL03 LXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 LXH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LL03 LXH 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 LL03 LXH find?
LL03 LXH passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material just before rear axle., and 2 more.

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