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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM03 PYSMOT history

LM03 PYS is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 244,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2024.

LM03 PYS silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2025
Mileage
244,598 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 PYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 PYS was last recorded at 244,598 miles on 23 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,598 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 244,598 miles
  • 2023 – 207,494 miles
  • 2022 – 200,603 miles
  • 2021 – 195,309 miles
  • 2020 – 190,668 miles
  • 2019 – 182,285 miles
  • 2018 – 176,305 miles
  • 2017 – 171,045 miles
  • 2016 – 165,602 miles
  • 2015 – 158,728 miles
  • 2014 – 153,339 miles
  • 2013 – 146,854 miles
  • 2012 – 137,448 miles
  • 2011 – 129,421 miles
  • 2010 – 119,306 miles
  • 2009 – 108,789 miles
  • 2008 – 99,111 miles
  • 2007 – 86,884 miles
  • 2006 – 72,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,598 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass244,598 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    244,598 miles
    Test number
    452531334846
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail244,598 miles (+37,104)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,598 miles
    Test number
    658298664950
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass207,494 miles (+87)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    207,494 miles
    Test number
    275101669661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass207,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    207,407 miles
    Test number
    493459041531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail207,407 miles (+6,804)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,407 miles
    Test number
    588957786953
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass200,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    200,603 miles
    Test number
    735264379004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail200,603 miles (+5,294)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,603 miles
    Test number
    137454521776
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass195,309 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    195,309 miles
    Test number
    922469441917
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail195,309 miles (+4,641)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,309 miles
    Test number
    972869485123
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass190,668 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    190,668 miles
    Test number
    113560010854
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe corroded and leaking gases

  11. Fail190,668 miles (+8,383)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,668 miles
    Test number
    787835741970
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe corroded and leaking gases

  12. Pass182,285 miles3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    182,285 miles
    Test number
    709955256893
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic casing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail182,285 miles (+5,980)2 repaired3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,285 miles
    Test number
    254878836090
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic casing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass176,305 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    176,305 miles
    Test number
    889094519933
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail176,290 miles (+5,245)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,290 miles
    Test number
    367522839887
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass171,045 miles (+5,443)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    171,045 miles
    Test number
    730499914161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken

  17. Pass165,602 miles (+6,874)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    165,602 miles
    Test number
    776512794987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService lamp on
    • AdvisorySplash shields/ engine covers fitted

  18. Pass158,728 miles (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    158,728 miles
    Test number
    898343555109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass153,339 miles (+6,485)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    153,339 miles
    Test number
    425719944193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn heavily on inner edge

  20. Pass146,854 miles (+9,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    146,854 miles
    Test number
    155364123174
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass137,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    137,448 miles
    Test number
    318754042185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail137,448 miles (+8,027)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,448 miles
    Test number
    887924342160
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass129,421 miles (+10,115)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    129,421 miles
    Test number
    505842251107
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc scored and corroded

  24. Pass119,306 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    119,306 miles
    Test number
    791472750154
    • NoteO/s/r belt flexable stalk covers broken

  25. Fail119,306 miles (+10,517)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,306 miles
    Test number
    672122150141
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r belt flexable stalk covers broken

  26. Pass108,789 miles (+9,678)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    108,789 miles
    Test number
    470274959144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    99,111 miles
    Test number
    360338768125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,111 miles (+12,227)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,111 miles
    Test number
    933648768154
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  29. Pass86,884 miles (+14,666)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    86,884 miles
    Test number
    133225687104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass72,218 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    72,218 miles
    Test number
    653594976145
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LM03 PYS

Does LM03 PYS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 PYS expired on 22 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 PYS?
The MOT on LM03 PYS expired on 22 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 PYS done?
LM03 PYS was recorded at 244,598 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2024, an average of 9,532 miles a year.
Has LM03 PYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 PYS has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LM03 PYS 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 PYS find?
LM03 PYS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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