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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LL03 VBZMOT history

LL03 VBZ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 186,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2025.

LL03 VBZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2025
Mileage
186,409 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 VBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL03 VBZ was last recorded at 186,409 miles on 13 Sept 2025, 5,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,451 miles · 17 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5,958 miles
Average per year
7,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 186,409 miles
  • 2024 – 180,451 miles
  • 2023 – 178,257 miles
  • 2022 – 165,136 miles
  • 2021 – 159,117 miles
  • 2020 – 154,177 miles
  • 2019 – 149,813 miles
  • 2018 – 144,214 miles
  • 2017 – 139,126 miles
  • 2016 – 134,846 miles
  • 2015 – 124,820 miles
  • 2014 – 120,908 miles
  • 2013 – 110,893 miles
  • 2012 – 98,785 miles
  • 2011 – 88,700 miles
  • 2010 – 82,966 miles
  • 2009 – 71,233 miles
  • 2008 – 61,199 miles
  • 2007 – 52,984 miles
  • 2006 – 43,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail186,409 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail186,409 miles (+5,958)2 dangerous7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,409 miles
    Test number
    274774871225
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass180,451 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    180,451 miles
    Test number
    614255762446
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished, nails in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake and service brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail180,451 miles (+2,194)2 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,451 miles
    Test number
    101971401190
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished, nails in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake and service brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass178,257 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    178,257 miles
    Test number
    551663332482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn edges below 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail172,857 miles (+7,721)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,857 miles
    Test number
    472968176804
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn edges below 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass165,136 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    165,136 miles
    Test number
    638225537410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake and service brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres perished and cracking

  7. Fail165,120 miles (+6,003)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,120 miles
    Test number
    152348048902
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake and service brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres perished and cracking

  8. Pass159,117 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    159,117 miles
    Test number
    634435362060
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail159,116 miles (+4,939)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,116 miles
    Test number
    108553958930
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass154,177 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    154,177 miles
    Test number
    328969612967
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding

  11. Fail154,177 miles (+4,364)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,177 miles
    Test number
    632428279294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding

  12. Pass149,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    149,813 miles
    Test number
    943768636790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail149,812 miles (+5,598)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,812 miles
    Test number
    367268198099
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp effected by indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass144,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    144,214 miles
    Test number
    133019134429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail144,212 miles (+5,086)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,212 miles
    Test number
    827065922285
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass139,126 miles (+4,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    139,126 miles
    Test number
    194965968560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight bracket damaged but secure

  17. Pass134,846 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    134,846 miles
    Test number
    151854474937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  18. Fail134,846 miles (+10,026)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,846 miles
    Test number
    725424284978
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  19. Pass124,820 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    124,820 miles
    Test number
    270039394711
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  20. Fail124,820 miles (+3,912)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,820 miles
    Test number
    998062341789
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  21. Pass120,908 miles (+10,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    120,908 miles
    Test number
    588343564220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass110,893 miles (+12,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    110,893 miles
    Test number
    157854763282
    • 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)

  23. Pass98,785 miles (+10,085)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    98,785 miles
    Test number
    259833962261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass88,700 miles (+5,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    389910261472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass82,966 miles (+11,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    82,966 miles
    Test number
    471002660219
    • 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. Pass71,233 miles (+10,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,233 miles
    Test number
    474003369224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass61,199 miles (+8,215)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    61,199 miles
    Test number
    931734868243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,984 miles (+9,415)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,984 miles
    Test number
    723156357229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,569 miles
    Test number
    744231366237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 VBZ

Does LL03 VBZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 VBZ expired on 20 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 VBZ?
The MOT on LL03 VBZ expired on 20 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 VBZ done?
LL03 VBZ was recorded at 186,409 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2025, an average of 7,523 miles a year.
Has LL03 VBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 VBZ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 VBZ 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 VBZ find?
LL03 VBZ failed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected; emissions unable to be completed, and 13 more.

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