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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM03 XDHMOT history

LM03 XDH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 99,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LM03 XDH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
99,963 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 XDH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 XDH was last recorded at 99,963 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,850 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
4,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,963 miles
  • 2025 – 99,850 miles
  • 2024 – 99,796 miles
  • 2023 – 98,048 miles
  • 2022 – 92,465 miles
  • 2021 – 86,289 miles
  • 2020 – 81,380 miles
  • 2019 – 81,370 miles
  • 2018 – 81,346 miles
  • 2017 – 78,174 miles
  • 2016 – 71,092 miles
  • 2015 – 63,759 miles
  • 2014 – 55,152 miles
  • 2013 – 50,085 miles
  • 2012 – 45,306 miles
  • 2011 – 39,932 miles
  • 2010 – 35,622 miles
  • 2009 – 32,090 miles
  • 2008 – 26,031 miles
  • 2007 – 21,015 miles
  • 2006 – 15,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,963 miles
  • AdvisoryAux belt is showing cracks
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRusty under carriage ie subframes back and front, brake lines suspension components and chassis.

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rusty under body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,963 miles (+113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    99,963 miles
    Test number
    850989785818
    • AdvisoryAux belt is showing cracks
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRusty under carriage ie subframes back and front, brake lines suspension components and chassis.

  2. Pass99,850 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,850 miles
    Test number
    938735327946
    • AdvisoryRusty under carriage

  3. Pass99,796 miles (+1,748)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,796 miles
    Test number
    462178816702
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under carriage corroded, plus brake pipes showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryMinor exhaust blow

  4. Pass98,048 miles (+5,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,048 miles
    Test number
    345024337960
    • AdvisoryEngine rattle when revs are raised
    • AdvisoryRusty under body

  5. Pass92,465 miles (+6,176)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,465 miles
    Test number
    460287125579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRusty exhaust system
    • AdvisoryRusty under body

  6. Pass86,289 miles (+4,909)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,289 miles
    Test number
    146004865811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,380 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,380 miles
    Test number
    500437273810
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  8. Pass81,370 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,370 miles
    Test number
    257474875296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail81,369 miles (+23)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,369 miles
    Test number
    467405580999
    • 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))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass81,346 miles (+3,172)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,346 miles
    Test number
    458330392720
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass78,174 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,174 miles
    Test number
    191303323155
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail78,174 miles (+7,082)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,174 miles
    Test number
    194467545803
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass71,092 miles (+7,333)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,092 miles
    Test number
    731390861226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,759 miles (+8,607)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,759 miles
    Test number
    804965468046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,152 miles
    Test number
    639776304234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail55,152 miles (+5,067)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,152 miles
    Test number
    339076504254
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • 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 Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust mounting rubbers broken

  17. Pass50,085 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,085 miles
    Test number
    399285733205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,306 miles (+5,374)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,306 miles
    Test number
    979472612234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    39,932 miles
    Test number
    597594311220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,932 miles (+4,310)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,932 miles
    Test number
    298673211210
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs slight lip
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn unevenly inner edge

  21. Pass35,622 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,622 miles
    Test number
    113955800206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,090 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,090 miles
    Test number
    143251219286
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass32,090 miles (+6,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,090 miles
    Test number
    384161619258
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass26,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,031 miles
    Test number
    234116188471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,029 miles (+5,014)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,029 miles
    Test number
    431986988190
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass21,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,015 miles
    Test number
    863406987173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail21,015 miles (+5,197)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,015 miles
    Test number
    633516087177
    • DangerousOffside Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass15,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    15,818 miles
    Test number
    703797486155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 XDH

Does LM03 XDH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 XDH is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 XDH?
The MOT on LM03 XDH is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 XDH done?
LM03 XDH was recorded at 99,963 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 4,171 miles a year.
Has LM03 XDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 XDH has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LM03 XDH 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 XDH find?
LM03 XDH passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: aux belt is showing cracks; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rusty under carriage ie subframes back and front, brake lines suspension components and chassis..

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