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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LL03 TBZMOT history

LL03 TBZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 149,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LL03 TBZ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
149,052 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 TBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 TBZ was last recorded at 149,052 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,051 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,052 miles
  • 2024 – 140,734 miles
  • 2023 – 132,248 miles
  • 2022 – 124,456 miles
  • 2021 – 119,935 miles
  • 2020 – 115,637 miles
  • 2019 – 110,835 miles
  • 2018 – 105,411 miles
  • 2017 – 100,497 miles
  • 2016 – 94,850 miles
  • 2015 – 89,464 miles
  • 2014 – 85,049 miles
  • 2013 – 81,337 miles
  • 2012 – 79,442 miles
  • 2011 – 77,719 miles
  • 2010 – 76,026 miles
  • 2009 – 74,292 miles
  • 2008 – 72,190 miles
  • 2007 – 70,176 miles
  • 2006 – 68,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,052 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing small splits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,052 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    149,052 miles
    Test number
    479703796750
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail149,051 miles (+8,317)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,051 miles
    Test number
    951807841568
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside front slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread ...wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits to tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits to tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass140,734 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    140,734 miles
    Test number
    436930896079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail140,731 miles (+8,483)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,731 miles
    Test number
    195206066997
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass132,248 miles (+7,792)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    132,248 miles
    Test number
    897970041946
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,456 miles (+4,521)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,456 miles
    Test number
    241126573575
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass119,935 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,935 miles
    Test number
    541851939212
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail119,933 miles (+4,296)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,933 miles
    Test number
    917312777246
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass115,637 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,637 miles
    Test number
    670552619595
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail115,637 miles (+4,802)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,637 miles
    Test number
    641772325362
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass110,835 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,835 miles
    Test number
    429533292654
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront slight p[lay in top mount bushes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cut in tyre

  12. Fail110,835 miles (+5,424)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,835 miles
    Test number
    843208153798
    • MajorOffside Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront slight p[lay in top mount bushes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cut in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass105,411 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,411 miles
    Test number
    133230486732
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCrack to windscreen
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front suspension top mount
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front suspension top mount

  14. Fail105,411 miles (+4,914)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,411 miles
    Test number
    164574389065
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCrack to windscreen
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front suspension top mount
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front suspension top mount

  15. Pass100,497 miles (+5,647)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,497 miles
    Test number
    419226619240
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded

  16. Pass94,850 miles (+5,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,850 miles
    Test number
    713910262494
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  17. Pass89,464 miles (+4,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,464 miles
    Test number
    323211249421
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked out of drivers view

  18. Pass85,049 miles (+3,712)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,049 miles
    Test number
    365180644210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine MIL light on?
    • NoteFront windscreen cracked above interior mirror.NOT in swept area or effecting view

  19. Pass81,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    81,337 miles
    Test number
    609502243272
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail81,337 miles (+1,895)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,337 miles
    Test number
    748372043299
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass79,442 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,442 miles
    Test number
    857384742262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,719 miles (+1,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,719 miles
    Test number
    837749421214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass76,026 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,026 miles
    Test number
    371783040409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,292 miles (+2,102)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    74,292 miles
    Test number
    283894649289
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre age cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre age cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre age cracked
    • NoteOffside rear door will not open

  25. Pass72,190 miles (+2,014)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    72,190 miles
    Test number
    791105748202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,176 miles
    Test number
    380563547225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,176 miles (+1,726)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,176 miles
    Test number
    751013947278
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass68,450 miles (+1,463)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    68,450 miles
    Test number
    372294846281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    382627306410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 TBZ

Does LL03 TBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 TBZ is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL03 TBZ?
The MOT on LL03 TBZ is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 TBZ done?
LL03 TBZ was recorded at 149,052 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 4,231 miles a year.
Has LL03 TBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 TBZ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 TBZ 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 TBZ find?
LL03 TBZ passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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