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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM03 CEFMOT history

LM03 CEF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 234,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LM03 CEF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
234,533 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 CEF
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
6 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 CEF was last recorded at 234,533 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 4,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,598 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,935 miles
Average per year
10,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 234,533 miles
  • 2025 – 229,598 miles
  • 2023 – 224,847 miles
  • 2022 – 219,243 miles
  • 2021 – 211,542 miles
  • 2020 – 200,472 miles
  • 2019 – 185,764 miles
  • 2018 – 179,726 miles
  • 2017 – 175,145 miles
  • 2016 – 171,842 miles
  • 2015 – 164,625 miles
  • 2014 – 161,299 miles
  • 2013 – 156,777 miles
  • 2012 – 144,902 miles
  • 2011 – 129,385 miles
  • 2010 – 112,444 miles
  • 2009 – 90,870 miles
  • 2008 – 74,140 miles
  • 2007 – 51,220 miles
  • 2006 – 34,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,533 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,533 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    234,533 miles
    Test number
    894640862399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail234,533 miles (+4,935)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,533 miles
    Test number
    275201213740
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass229,598 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    229,598 miles
    Test number
    861767634930
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail229,591 miles (+4,744)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,591 miles
    Test number
    331086953792
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass224,847 miles (+5,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    224,847 miles
    Test number
    270825882529
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass219,243 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    219,243 miles
    Test number
    611714094340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail219,243 miles (+7,701)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,243 miles
    Test number
    249901879326
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass211,542 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    211,542 miles
    Test number
    187352886307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc backing plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat lift handle missing
    • AdvisoryRear Shocker protection kits deteriorated

  9. Fail211,542 miles (+11,070)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,542 miles
    Test number
    633656575484
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc backing plate missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat lift handle missing
    • AdvisoryRear Shocker protection kits deteriorated

  10. Pass200,472 miles (+28)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    200,472 miles
    Test number
    216852792590
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shocker bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker bump stop deyeriorated

  11. Fail200,444 miles (+14,680)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,444 miles
    Test number
    154160543474
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shocker bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker bump stop deyeriorated

  12. Pass185,764 miles (+6,038)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    185,764 miles
    Test number
    195462789841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rubber deteriorated (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc backing plate deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rubber deteriorated (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shocker protection kits deteriorated.

  13. Pass179,726 miles (+4,581)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    179,726 miles
    Test number
    793558960675
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  14. Pass175,145 miles (+3,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    175,145 miles
    Test number
    143440402763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass171,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    171,842 miles
    Test number
    377147750825
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail171,842 miles (+7,217)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,842 miles
    Test number
    994026096744
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass164,625 miles (+3,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    164,625 miles
    Test number
    235215155146
    • AdvisoryOffside Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass161,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    161,299 miles
    Test number
    807904354107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail161,299 miles (+4,522)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,299 miles
    Test number
    505699944133
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  20. Pass156,777 miles (+11,875)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    156,777 miles
    Test number
    115067013132
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass144,902 miles (+15,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    144,902 miles
    Test number
    908986212142
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  22. Fail129,385 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,385 miles
    Test number
    588288311192
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass129,385 miles (+16,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    129,385 miles
    Test number
    838188711144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass112,444 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    112,444 miles
    Test number
    224476640427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNone standard rear lamps fittied,refectors need operation checking. seem ok

  25. Fail112,444 miles (+21,574)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,444 miles
    Test number
    320735940199
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNone standard rear lamps fittied,refectors need operation checking. seem ok
    • NotePark cables sticking

  26. Pass90,870 miles (+16,730)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    90,870 miles
    Test number
    641199149187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,140 miles (+22,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    74,140 miles
    Test number
    514814808261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass51,220 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    452176857146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Fail51,220 miles (+16,762)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    563546957156
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass34,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,458 miles
    Test number
    464413856111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 CEF

Does LM03 CEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 CEF is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 CEF?
The MOT on LM03 CEF is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 CEF done?
LM03 CEF was recorded at 234,533 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 10,080 miles a year.
Has LM03 CEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 CEF has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 CEF 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 LM03 CEF find?
LM03 CEF passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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