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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LM03 PVPMOT history

LM03 PVP is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

LM03 PVP green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
132,572 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 PVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 PVP was last recorded at 132,572 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 1,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,649 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,923 miles
Average per year
5,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,572 miles
  • 2025 – 130,649 miles
  • 2024 – 127,077 miles
  • 2023 – 123,097 miles
  • 2022 – 119,632 miles
  • 2021 – 117,762 miles
  • 2020 – 114,577 miles
  • 2019 – 112,144 miles
  • 2018 – 108,598 miles
  • 2017 – 105,219 miles
  • 2016 – 101,065 miles
  • 2015 – 96,726 miles
  • 2014 – 89,603 miles
  • 2013 – 80,627 miles
  • 2012 – 70,462 miles
  • 2011 – 65,623 miles
  • 2010 – 56,375 miles
  • 2009 – 44,832 miles
  • 2008 – 33,590 miles
  • 2007 – 24,038 miles
  • 2006 – 18,817 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,572 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,572 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    132,572 miles
    Test number
    315651593815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,649 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,649 miles
    Test number
    426240580371
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Fail130,649 miles (+3,572)3 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,649 miles
    Test number
    235766008362
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass127,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    127,077 miles
    Test number
    655443255511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail127,077 miles (+3,980)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,077 miles
    Test number
    475267213405
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass123,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,097 miles
    Test number
    858036608299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,097 miles (+3,465)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,097 miles
    Test number
    624814395277
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass119,632 miles (+1,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,632 miles
    Test number
    440237602888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass117,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    117,762 miles
    Test number
    129491600680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail117,762 miles (+3,185)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,762 miles
    Test number
    801931961682
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass114,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,577 miles
    Test number
    704895181803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,577 miles (+2,433)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,577 miles
    Test number
    153488119244
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass112,144 miles (+3,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,144 miles
    Test number
    777869629904
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass108,598 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,598 miles
    Test number
    619666091549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,219 miles (+4,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,219 miles
    Test number
    538230425817
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn slightly on edges

  16. Pass101,065 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    101,065 miles
    Test number
    400696637034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,726 miles (+7,123)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,726 miles
    Test number
    267119725493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,603 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,603 miles
    Test number
    238537934176
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentarl exhaust bracket split.

  19. Fail89,603 miles (+8,976)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,603 miles
    Test number
    607380234195
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentarl exhaust bracket split.

  20. Pass80,627 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,627 miles
    Test number
    216397933414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail80,615 miles (+10,153)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    249534023138
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteGearbox oil seals leaking
    • NoteNoise from suspension further diagnostic needed

  22. Pass70,462 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,462 miles
    Test number
    519742032124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,623 miles (+9,248)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    65,623 miles
    Test number
    279491731407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,375 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,375 miles
    Test number
    204368790056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,338 miles (+11,506)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    713426490013
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass44,832 miles (+11,242)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,832 miles
    Test number
    982136299014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,590 miles (+9,552)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,590 miles
    Test number
    100979598440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,038 miles (+5,221)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,038 miles
    Test number
    270396247031
    • NoteRear brakes aprox 85% worn

  29. Pass18,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    18,817 miles
    Test number
    610424856055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 PVP

Does LM03 PVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 PVP is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 PVP?
The MOT on LM03 PVP is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 PVP done?
LM03 PVP was recorded at 132,572 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 5,527 miles a year.
Has LM03 PVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 PVP has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 PVP 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 PVP find?
LM03 PVP passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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