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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR03 EWJMOT history

LR03 EWJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2024.

LR03 EWJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2025
Mileage
78,377 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 EWJ
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
21 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 EWJ was last recorded at 78,377 miles on 30 Oct 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,377 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 78,377 miles
  • 2022 – 77,042 miles
  • 2021 – 74,187 miles
  • 2020 – 67,260 miles
  • 2019 – 56,734 miles
  • 2018 – 52,001 miles
  • 2017 – 50,419 miles
  • 2016 – 46,680 miles
  • 2015 – 43,546 miles
  • 2014 – 40,887 miles
  • 2013 – 38,271 miles
  • 2012 – 34,591 miles
  • 2011 – 29,892 miles
  • 2010 – 25,354 miles
  • 2009 – 20,465 miles
  • 2008 – 16,868 miles
  • 2007 – 13,432 miles
  • 2006 – 10,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,377 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills and subframe have surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,377 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,377 miles
    Test number
    707596080688
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills and subframe have surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail78,377 miles (+1,335)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,377 miles
    Test number
    770150370422
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills and subframe have surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass77,042 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    77,042 miles
    Test number
    981989073345
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,042 miles (+2,855)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,042 miles
    Test number
    894564879554
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. 195/65/15 91H Budget (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. 195/65/15 91H Budget (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,187 miles (+6,927)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,187 miles
    Test number
    192736279574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,260 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    67,260 miles
    Test number
    636991643148
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail67,257 miles (+10,523)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,257 miles
    Test number
    953251410352
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass56,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    56,734 miles
    Test number
    731166493879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,734 miles (+4,733)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,734 miles
    Test number
    930738538389
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass52,001 miles (+1,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,001 miles
    Test number
    924638302025
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & both front tyres worn on inner edges / 195/65/15
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass50,419 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,419 miles
    Test number
    968511083643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,680 miles (+3,134)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,680 miles
    Test number
    289723985483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,546 miles (+2,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,546 miles
    Test number
    707863885082
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass40,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,887 miles
    Test number
    837460774099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,887 miles (+2,616)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,887 miles
    Test number
    225650674038
    • 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 fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass38,271 miles (+3,680)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,271 miles
    Test number
    449891973013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,591 miles (+4,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,591 miles
    Test number
    847985772096
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass29,892 miles (+4,538)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,892 miles
    Test number
    377925851076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,354 miles
    Test number
    194906150012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,354 miles (+4,889)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,354 miles
    Test number
    654156450044
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass20,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,465 miles
    Test number
    534754169068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,465 miles (+3,597)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,465 miles
    Test number
    163113269028
    • 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)

  23. Pass16,868 miles (+3,436)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,868 miles
    Test number
    600883478060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,432 miles (+2,503)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,432 miles
    Test number
    901108177004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,929 miles
    Test number
    493759366093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 EWJ

Does LR03 EWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 EWJ expired on 29 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 EWJ?
The MOT on LR03 EWJ expired on 29 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 EWJ done?
LR03 EWJ was recorded at 78,377 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2024, an average of 3,618 miles a year.
Has LR03 EWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 EWJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR03 EWJ 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 EWJ find?
LR03 EWJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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