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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 ZMZMOT history

LM03 ZMZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 116,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

LM03 ZMZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,235 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 ZMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 ZMZ was last recorded at 116,235 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 2,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,667 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,568 miles
Average per year
4,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,235 miles
  • 2025 – 113,667 miles
  • 2024 – 110,998 miles
  • 2023 – 109,436 miles
  • 2022 – 106,997 miles
  • 2021 – 104,082 miles
  • 2020 – 102,454 miles
  • 2019 – 95,988 miles
  • 2018 – 91,847 miles
  • 2017 – 87,202 miles
  • 2016 – 79,663 miles
  • 2015 – 73,934 miles
  • 2014 – 70,186 miles
  • 2013 – 66,067 miles
  • 2012 – 62,615 miles
  • 2011 – 58,795 miles
  • 2010 – 54,841 miles
  • 2009 – 50,520 miles
  • 2008 – 45,843 miles
  • 2007 – 40,186 miles
  • 2006 – 33,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,235 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top strut mount.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,235 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,235 miles
    Test number
    339253506271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    113,667 miles
    Test number
    627113006480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail113,667 miles (+2,669)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,667 miles
    Test number
    833638850507
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass110,998 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    110,998 miles
    Test number
    132399190126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,996 miles (+1,560)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,996 miles
    Test number
    615176965965
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,436 miles (+2,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,436 miles
    Test number
    683053996269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass106,997 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    106,997 miles
    Test number
    945238018802
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top strut mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail106,996 miles (+2,914)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,996 miles
    Test number
    117180549655
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill panel. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel only just met criteria.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top strut mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass104,082 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,082 miles
    Test number
    451991433795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,454 miles (+6,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    102,454 miles
    Test number
    134538820354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass95,988 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    552606839419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,847 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,847 miles
    Test number
    465688022421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,202 miles (+7,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,202 miles
    Test number
    940369914845
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass79,663 miles (+5,729)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,663 miles
    Test number
    672706468956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass73,934 miles (+3,748)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,934 miles
    Test number
    419970375056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,186 miles (+4,119)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,186 miles
    Test number
    895482374066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,067 miles (+3,452)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,067 miles
    Test number
    415359423105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,615 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,615 miles
    Test number
    345642452164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,795 miles (+3,954)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,795 miles
    Test number
    996120941157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,841 miles
    Test number
    100065740182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,840 miles (+4,320)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,840 miles
    Test number
    681065640127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass50,520 miles (+4,677)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,520 miles
    Test number
    441808149197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,843 miles (+5,657)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,843 miles
    Test number
    712598048130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,186 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,186 miles
    Test number
    270406137455
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass40,186 miles (+6,851)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,186 miles
    Test number
    422086337126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,335 miles
    Test number
    900660336180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 ZMZ

Does LM03 ZMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 ZMZ is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 ZMZ?
The MOT on LM03 ZMZ is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 ZMZ done?
LM03 ZMZ was recorded at 116,235 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,176 miles a year.
Has LM03 ZMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 ZMZ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 ZMZ 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 ZMZ find?
LM03 ZMZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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