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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM03 YNSMOT history

LM03 YNS is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 227,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2023.

LM03 YNS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2024
Mileage
227,433 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 YNS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 YNS was last recorded at 227,433 miles on 27 Sept 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,433 miles · 6 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 227,433 miles
  • 2022 – 225,017 miles
  • 2021 – 217,430 miles
  • 2020 – 210,299 miles
  • 2019 – 204,257 miles
  • 2018 – 197,146 miles
  • 2017 – 181,675 miles
  • 2016 – 171,270 miles
  • 2015 – 165,535 miles
  • 2014 – 154,141 miles
  • 2013 – 140,524 miles
  • 2012 – 130,934 miles
  • 2011 – 120,556 miles
  • 2010 – 111,835 miles
  • 2009 – 103,723 miles
  • 2008 – 96,704 miles
  • 2007 – 78,400 miles
  • 2006 – 58,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,433 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryDipstick tube broken allowing minor oil leak
  • AdvisoryFront suspension soft/bouncy
  • AdvisoryFront tyres close to bold on edges
  • AdvisoryHeadlining mouldy
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside + Offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorber dust covers adriftRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Both outer sills damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear axle bushes in poor condition.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear metal brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine oil leaks evident.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,433 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    227,433 miles
    Test number
    464323734527
    • AdvisoryDipstick tube broken allowing minor oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront suspension soft/bouncy
    • AdvisoryFront tyres close to bold on edges
    • AdvisoryHeadlining mouldy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside + Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber dust covers adrift

  2. Fail227,433 miles1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,433 miles
    Test number
    774784279834
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDipstick tube broken allowing minor oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront suspension soft/bouncy
    • AdvisoryFront tyres close to bold on edges
    • AdvisoryHeadlining mouldy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside + Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber dust covers adrift

  3. Fail227,433 miles (+2,416)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,433 miles
    Test number
    764306489647
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension very soft/bouncy.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres close to bald on edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber dust covers adrift
    • AdvisoryHeadlining very mouldy.

  4. Pass225,017 miles (+7,587)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    225,017 miles
    Test number
    365456532003
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx. 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From turbo + broken dipstick tube (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside + Offside - Axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside + Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside + Offside dust shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

  5. Pass217,430 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    217,430 miles
    Test number
    304600596520
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift.
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks evident.
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very rotten.
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen.

  6. Fail217,430 miles (+7,131)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,430 miles
    Test number
    605988998813
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift.
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks evident.
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very rotten.
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen.

  7. Pass210,299 miles (+6,042)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    210,299 miles
    Test number
    104412563091
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass204,257 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    204,257 miles
    Test number
    491349319144
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc's slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAuxilary belt perished
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged

  9. Fail204,257 miles (+7,111)3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,257 miles
    Test number
    291496119077
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc's slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAuxilary belt perished
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged

  10. Pass197,146 miles (+294)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    197,146 miles
    Test number
    568557284376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes deteriorated

  11. Fail196,852 miles (+15,177)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,852 miles
    Test number
    574091374804
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes deteriorated

  12. Pass181,675 miles (+1,330)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    181,675 miles
    Test number
    813178473486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail180,345 miles (+9,075)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,345 miles
    Test number
    339170677360
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass171,270 miles (+5,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    171,270 miles
    Test number
    894711377032
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer casing corroded

  15. Pass165,535 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    165,535 miles
    Test number
    385032445161
    • NoteNearside track rod end gaiter split (borderline pass/fail)
    • NoteRear silencer skin corroded

  16. Fail165,530 miles (+11,389)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,530 miles
    Test number
    698392045101
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside track rod end gaiter split (borderline pass/fail)
    • NoteRear silencer skin corroded

  17. Fail154,141 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,141 miles
    Test number
    756077454144
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges
    • NoteN/s outer sill damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  18. Pass154,141 miles (+13,617)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    154,141 miles
    Test number
    769277454144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges
    • NoteN/s outer sill damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  19. Pass140,524 miles (+9,590)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    140,524 miles
    Test number
    148970543108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass130,934 miles (+10,378)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    130,934 miles
    Test number
    625162952194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass120,556 miles (+8,721)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    120,556 miles
    Test number
    865843251136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  22. Fail111,835 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,835 miles
    Test number
    134208250111
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass111,835 miles (+8,112)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,835 miles
    Test number
    253098450482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass103,723 miles (+7,019)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    103,723 miles
    Test number
    442620569170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass96,704 miles (+18,304)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    654228188095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,400 miles (+19,544)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,400 miles
    Test number
    860882377034
    • 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)

  27. Pass58,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    58,856 miles
    Test number
    151273096017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 YNS

Does LM03 YNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 YNS expired on 26 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 YNS?
The MOT on LM03 YNS expired on 26 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 YNS done?
LM03 YNS was recorded at 227,433 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2023, an average of 9,642 miles a year.
Has LM03 YNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 YNS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 YNS 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 YNS find?
LM03 YNS passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2023 with 9 advisories: dipstick tube broken allowing minor oil leak; front suspension soft/bouncy; front tyres close to bold on edges, and 6 more.

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