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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM03 WKZMOT history

LM03 WKZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 111,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2025.

LM03 WKZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
111,782 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 WKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 WKZ was last recorded at 111,782 miles on 24 Jan 2025, 2,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,534 miles · 31 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,248 miles
Average per year
4,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,782 miles
  • 2024 – 109,534 miles
  • 2023 – 107,401 miles
  • 2022 – 105,439 miles
  • 2021 – 103,526 miles
  • 2019 – 100,212 miles
  • 2018 – 96,983 miles
  • 2017 – 93,510 miles
  • 2016 – 88,336 miles
  • 2015 – 83,845 miles
  • 2014 – 79,719 miles
  • 2013 – 71,103 miles
  • 2012 – 64,972 miles
  • 2011 – 58,283 miles
  • 2010 – 51,315 miles
  • 2009 – 43,902 miles
  • 2008 – 36,965 miles
  • 2007 – 28,305 miles
  • 2006 – 20,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,782 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,782 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    111,782 miles
    Test number
    736958259992
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,782 miles (+2,248)2 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,782 miles
    Test number
    971274761365
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,534 miles
    Test number
    465801081450
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail109,534 miles (+2,133)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,534 miles
    Test number
    455912953250
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass107,401 miles (+1,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    107,401 miles
    Test number
    478492697156
    • 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))

  6. Pass105,439 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,439 miles
    Test number
    814609065218
    • 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,370 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,370 miles
    Test number
    790850209172
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail105,370 miles (+1,844)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,370 miles
    Test number
    420294041857
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass103,526 miles (+3,314)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,526 miles
    Test number
    564763236644
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass100,212 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,212 miles
    Test number
    554705151128
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D. bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D.bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle oil mist around the engine

  11. Fail100,212 miles (+3,229)2 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,212 miles
    Test number
    920644934133
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D. bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D.bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle oil mist around the engine

  12. Pass96,983 miles (+3,473)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,983 miles
    Test number
    685822669532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,510 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,510 miles
    Test number
    489847875141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock is slightly leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front & o/s/r tyres are perished

  14. Fail93,510 miles (+5,174)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,510 miles
    Test number
    706081354994
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock is slightly leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front & o/s/r tyres are perished

  15. Pass88,336 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,336 miles
    Test number
    748563134122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight moisture around top of strut. (2.7.3)

  16. Fail88,322 miles (+4,477)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,322 miles
    Test number
    820371197709
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside is poor on balance test 43% variance. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight moisture around top of strut. (2.7.3)

  17. Fail83,845 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,845 miles
    Test number
    127030315202
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNo rear seats at time of test.

  18. Pass83,845 miles (+4,126)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,845 miles
    Test number
    339040815270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNo rear seats at time of test.

  19. Pass79,719 miles (+8,616)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,719 miles
    Test number
    545839004246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,103 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    71,103 miles
    Test number
    838056293121
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail71,103 miles (+6,131)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,103 miles
    Test number
    848276993181
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail64,972 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,972 miles
    Test number
    315276302210
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass64,972 miles (+6,689)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,972 miles
    Test number
    887136602265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,283 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,283 miles
    Test number
    127327701266
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass58,283 miles (+6,968)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,283 miles
    Test number
    196317901283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,315 miles
    Test number
    951928900290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail51,315 miles (+7,413)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,315 miles
    Test number
    583748400245
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass43,902 miles (+6,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,902 miles
    Test number
    203348799456
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass36,965 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    592323708276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail36,965 miles (+8,660)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    304683608486
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  31. Pass28,305 miles (+7,656)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,305 miles
    Test number
    280632717288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass20,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,649 miles
    Test number
    924479296176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 WKZ

Does LM03 WKZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 WKZ expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 WKZ?
The MOT on LM03 WKZ expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 WKZ done?
LM03 WKZ was recorded at 111,782 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2025, an average of 4,920 miles a year.
Has LM03 WKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 WKZ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 WKZ 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 WKZ find?
LM03 WKZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2025 with 4 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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