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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM03 UHFMOT history

LM03 UHF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 191,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LM03 UHF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
191,175 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 UHF
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
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 UHF was last recorded at 191,175 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 7,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,941 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,234 miles
Average per year
7,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,175 miles
  • 2025 – 183,941 miles
  • 2024 – 175,770 miles
  • 2023 – 166,869 miles
  • 2022 – 158,600 miles
  • 2021 – 150,728 miles
  • 2020 – 143,920 miles
  • 2019 – 134,750 miles
  • 2018 – 125,128 miles
  • 2017 – 115,047 miles
  • 2016 – 109,338 miles
  • 2015 – 104,582 miles
  • 2014 – 100,347 miles
  • 2013 – 94,085 miles
  • 2012 – 86,660 miles
  • 2011 – 77,722 miles
  • 2010 – 68,310 miles
  • 2009 – 59,347 miles
  • 2008 – 47,454 miles
  • 2007 – 41,788 miles
  • 2006 – 33,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,175 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,175 miles (+7,234)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    191,175 miles
    Test number
    164871918115
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass183,941 miles (+8,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,941 miles
    Test number
    792057658481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass175,770 miles (+8,901)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    175,770 miles
    Test number
    250207128940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass166,869 miles (+8,269)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    166,869 miles
    Test number
    389244482183
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  5. Pass158,600 miles (+7,872)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    158,600 miles
    Test number
    969839238274
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  6. Pass150,728 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    150,728 miles
    Test number
    465313482721
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail150,698 miles (+6,778)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,698 miles
    Test number
    483601734884
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass143,920 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    143,920 miles
    Test number
    539399815972
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail143,917 miles (+9,167)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,917 miles
    Test number
    507325350554
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass134,750 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,750 miles
    Test number
    587820781608
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust rear silencer outer cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail134,750 miles (+9,622)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,750 miles
    Test number
    919707697548
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust rear silencer outer cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass125,128 miles (+10,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    125,128 miles
    Test number
    704198444579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass115,047 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,047 miles
    Test number
    306897762110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small stone chip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding small amount
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wear

  14. Fail115,047 miles (+5,709)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,047 miles
    Test number
    766449884945
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small stone chip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding small amount
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wear

  15. Pass109,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    109,338 miles
    Test number
    393695703098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail109,338 miles (+4,756)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,338 miles
    Test number
    831996378705
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass104,582 miles (+4,235)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    104,582 miles
    Test number
    137240735471
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteService light on dash

  18. Pass100,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,347 miles
    Test number
    366976814040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail100,347 miles (+6,262)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,347 miles
    Test number
    629876314037
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass94,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    94,085 miles
    Test number
    679579903090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,085 miles (+7,425)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,085 miles
    Test number
    657789903028
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass86,660 miles (+176)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    137093532407
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOil level light on
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  23. Fail86,484 miles (+8,762)3 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,484 miles
    Test number
    227123522077
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOil level light on
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  24. Pass77,722 miles (+9,412)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    77,722 miles
    Test number
    339378021093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,310 miles (+8,963)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,310 miles
    Test number
    142868220029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass59,347 miles (+11,893)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,347 miles
    Test number
    902492429089
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewalls worn (been run flat)

  27. Pass47,454 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,454 miles
    Test number
    263461538020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,447 miles (+5,659)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,447 miles
    Test number
    491454328095
    • NoteFront discs slightly pitted due to vehicle being stationary

  29. Pass41,788 miles (+8,313)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,788 miles
    Test number
    962370087080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass33,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,475 miles
    Test number
    372665396058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM03 UHF

Does LM03 UHF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 UHF is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 UHF?
The MOT on LM03 UHF is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 UHF done?
LM03 UHF was recorded at 191,175 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 7,968 miles a year.
Has LM03 UHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 UHF has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 UHF 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 UHF find?
LM03 UHF passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 2 more.

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