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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR03 AHJMOT history

LR03 AHJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 79,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2025.

LR03 AHJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2026
Mileage
79,702 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 AHJ
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
21 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 AHJ was last recorded at 79,702 miles on 14 Jan 2025, 3,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,763 miles · 12 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
3,939 miles
Average per year
3,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,702 miles
  • 2024 – 75,763 miles
  • 2023 – 71,855 miles
  • 2022 – 67,908 miles
  • 2021 – 64,005 miles
  • 2019 – 60,332 miles
  • 2018 – 55,895 miles
  • 2017 – 51,044 miles
  • 2016 – 46,981 miles
  • 2015 – 42,308 miles
  • 2014 – 38,526 miles
  • 2013 – 32,692 miles
  • 2012 – 26,960 miles
  • 2011 – 21,539 miles
  • 2010 – 19,021 miles
  • 2009 – 17,267 miles
  • 2008 – 15,154 miles
  • 2007 – 11,425 miles
  • 2006 – 8,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,702 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pads wear warning light stays on

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Engine malfunction warning light stays on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • EML light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,702 miles (+3,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,702 miles
    Test number
    954572017062
    • AdvisoryBrake pads wear warning light stays on

  2. Pass75,763 miles (+3,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,763 miles
    Test number
    740148895149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass71,855 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,855 miles
    Test number
    140273178955
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning light stays on

  4. Fail71,855 miles (+4)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,855 miles
    Test number
    711155992734
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail71,851 miles (+3,943)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,851 miles
    Test number
    792720688836
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished on outer edge/195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge/195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket damage/system is supported
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damage

  6. Pass67,908 miles (+3,903)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,908 miles
    Test number
    637240981116
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning light stays on

  7. Pass64,005 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,005 miles
    Test number
    985792801742
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Fail64,005 miles (+3,673)2 dangerous5 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,005 miles
    Test number
    142458537094
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not working Both (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass60,332 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    705397892587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail60,332 miles (+4,437)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    895964243912
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass55,895 miles (+4,851)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,895 miles
    Test number
    720761817391
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective bothside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  12. Pass51,044 miles (+4,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    51,044 miles
    Test number
    420137932665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass46,981 miles (+115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    973629121691
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland bothside (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe bracket broken/exhaust system is supported

  14. Fail46,866 miles (+4,558)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,866 miles
    Test number
    644916234865
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland bothside (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe bracket broken/exhaust system is supported

  15. Pass42,308 miles (+3,782)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,308 miles
    Test number
    214859696819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,526 miles (+5,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    38,526 miles
    Test number
    706487134334
    • 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)

  17. Pass32,692 miles (+5,732)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    32,692 miles
    Test number
    477844443470
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear tyres low

  18. Pass26,960 miles (+5,421)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    26,960 miles
    Test number
    508248322323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,539 miles (+443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    21,539 miles
    Test number
    955954011384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass21,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,096 miles
    Test number
    236600331235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,096 miles (+2,075)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,096 miles
    Test number
    687510431258
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  22. Pass19,021 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    19,021 miles
    Test number
    412150730252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,267 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,267 miles
    Test number
    974866329279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    15,154 miles
    Test number
    911317628211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,154 miles (+3,729)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,154 miles
    Test number
    182017028269
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  26. Pass11,425 miles (+2,676)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    11,425 miles
    Test number
    341839537135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    8,749 miles
    Test number
    141463386479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR03 AHJ

Does LR03 AHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 AHJ expired on 13 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 AHJ?
The MOT on LR03 AHJ expired on 13 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 AHJ done?
LR03 AHJ was recorded at 79,702 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2025, an average of 3,772 miles a year.
Has LR03 AHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 AHJ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 AHJ 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 LR03 AHJ find?
LR03 AHJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: brake pads wear warning light stays on.

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