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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LL03 XJZMOT history

LL03 XJZ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 202,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LL03 XJZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
202,678 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 XJZ
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
12 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 XJZ was last recorded at 202,678 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 7,524 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,154 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,524 miles
Average per year
7,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,678 miles
  • 2025 – 195,154 miles
  • 2024 – 191,413 miles
  • 2023 – 186,155 miles
  • 2022 – 178,488 miles
  • 2021 – 175,065 miles
  • 2019 – 169,826 miles
  • 2018 – 165,885 miles
  • 2017 – 161,340 miles
  • 2016 – 157,684 miles
  • 2015 – 149,657 miles
  • 2014 – 136,376 miles
  • 2013 – 123,137 miles
  • 2012 – 112,128 miles
  • 2011 – 98,741 miles
  • 2010 – 91,790 miles
  • 2009 – 85,524 miles
  • 2008 – 77,914 miles
  • 2007 – 60,362 miles
  • 2006 – 46,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,678 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Transmission mounting rubber deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,678 miles (+7,524)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    202,678 miles
    Test number
    931231572407
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Transmission mounting rubber deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass195,154 miles (+103)1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    195,154 miles
    Test number
    707030854994
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi poor (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  3. Fail195,051 miles (+3,638)5 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,051 miles
    Test number
    959726368779
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi poor (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Pass191,413 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    191,413 miles
    Test number
    132176845601
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail191,408 miles (+5,253)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,408 miles
    Test number
    212066185430
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass186,155 miles (+7,667)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    186,155 miles
    Test number
    578654025576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass178,488 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    178,488 miles
    Test number
    683598873427
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail178,479 miles (+3,414)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,479 miles
    Test number
    666340801039
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass175,065 miles (+5,239)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    175,065 miles
    Test number
    222687579538
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass169,826 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,826 miles
    Test number
    635573828258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass165,885 miles (+4,545)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    165,885 miles
    Test number
    258823944539
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads getting low
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end boots splitting
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  12. Pass161,340 miles (+3,656)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    161,340 miles
    Test number
    746091080427
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end boots splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside front strut damp
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Pass157,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    157,684 miles
    Test number
    557691595299
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front cv boot cracking

  14. Fail157,684 miles (+8,027)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,684 miles
    Test number
    675234344378
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front cv boot cracking

  15. Pass149,657 miles (+13,281)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    149,657 miles
    Test number
    769391505238
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail136,376 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,376 miles
    Test number
    245013884496
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine under tray poor
    • NoteSurface corrosion on brake pipes

  17. Pass136,376 miles (+13,239)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,376 miles
    Test number
    945943884125
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine under tray poor
    • NoteSurface corrosion on brake pipes

  18. Pass123,137 miles (+11,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    123,137 miles
    Test number
    929439293105
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass112,128 miles (+13,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    112,128 miles
    Test number
    296302102245
    • NoteRear brake disc faces corroded

  20. Pass98,741 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,741 miles
    Test number
    128603091130
    • NoteBit of undercutting to front brake discs
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm rear bush splitting
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension arm rear bush splitting
    • NoteParts of exhaust system rusting
    • NoteRear brake discs edges rusty
    • NoteSmall stonechips to windscreen
    • NoteVarious brake pipes furring

  21. Fail98,741 miles (+6,951)1 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,741 miles
    Test number
    537723391176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBit of undercutting to front brake discs
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm rear bush splitting
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension arm rear bush splitting
    • NoteParts of exhaust system rusting
    • NoteRear brake discs edges rusty
    • NoteSmall stonechips to windscreen
    • NoteVarious brake pipes furring

  22. Pass91,790 miles (+6,266)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,790 miles
    Test number
    950239980146
    • NoteBith rear brake discs inner faces part rusty
    • NoteBoth front lower supension arms rear bushes starting to split
    • NoteHint of play in steering rack
    • NoteParts of exhaust system rusting
    • NoteStonechips to windscreen

  23. Pass85,524 miles (+7,610)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    85,524 miles
    Test number
    390505399115
    • NoteRear brake discs inner faces rusting

  24. Pass77,914 miles (+17,552)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    77,914 miles
    Test number
    374435308447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,362 miles (+13,987)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,362 miles
    Test number
    102913827007
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass46,375 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    46,375 miles
    Test number
    161456026036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,371 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,371 miles
    Test number
    931674326016
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • 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)

Questions about LL03 XJZ

Does LL03 XJZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 XJZ is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 XJZ?
The MOT on LL03 XJZ is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 XJZ done?
LL03 XJZ was recorded at 202,678 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 7,817 miles a year.
Has LL03 XJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 XJZ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 XJZ 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 XJZ find?
LL03 XJZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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