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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR03 HKWMOT history

LR03 HKW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 208,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2021.

LR03 HKW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2022
Mileage
208,093 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HKW
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
12 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HKW was last recorded at 208,093 miles on 19 Nov 2021, 253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2018: 138,373 miles, lower than 150,269 miles on 6 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
207,840 miles · 16 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
253 miles
Average per year
10,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 208,093 miles
  • 2020 – 193,443 miles
  • 2019 – 172,915 miles
  • 2018 – 138,373 miles
  • 2017 – 150,269 miles
  • 2016 – 139,306 miles
  • 2015 – 127,957 miles
  • 2014 – 120,590 miles
  • 2013 – 112,640 miles
  • 2012 – 104,160 miles
  • 2011 – 96,881 miles
  • 2010 – 88,104 miles
  • 2009 – 81,836 miles
  • 2008 – 73,895 miles
  • 2007 – 67,932 miles
  • 2006 – 46,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,093 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive All under engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,093 miles (+253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    208,093 miles
    Test number
    807811049040
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
  2. Fail207,840 miles (+14,397)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,840 miles
    Test number
    387157396083
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
  3. Pass193,443 miles (+192)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,443 miles
    Test number
    890259726873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive All under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail193,251 miles (+20,336)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,251 miles
    Test number
    100464391495
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive All under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass172,915 miles (+34,542)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    172,915 miles
    Test number
    902530931721
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass138,373 miles (-11,896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    138,373 miles
    Test number
    743969689634
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front and centre mounts (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass150,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    150,269 miles
    Test number
    292924060037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail150,269 miles (+10,963)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,269 miles
    Test number
    442814550504
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  9. Pass139,306 miles (+11,349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    139,306 miles
    Test number
    853640521826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    127,957 miles
    Test number
    217396601393
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  11. Fail127,957 miles (+7,367)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,957 miles
    Test number
    201765715118
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  12. Pass120,590 miles (+7,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    120,590 miles
    Test number
    867112774214
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass112,640 miles (+8,480)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    112,640 miles
    Test number
    656591263218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,160 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    104,160 miles
    Test number
    847976062209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,154 miles (+7,273)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,154 miles
    Test number
    838449252278
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
  16. Pass96,881 miles (+8,777)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    96,881 miles
    Test number
    588380551236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,104 miles (+6,268)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    88,104 miles
    Test number
    902057350294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,836 miles (+7,941)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    81,836 miles
    Test number
    852812459239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,895 miles (+5,963)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    73,895 miles
    Test number
    780141068258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,932 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    67,932 miles
    Test number
    742680367209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,301 miles (+17,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,301 miles
    Test number
    970698757196
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  22. Pass46,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    46,162 miles
    Test number
    253325536143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,162 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,162 miles
    Test number
    503535736166
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR03 HKW

Does LR03 HKW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 HKW expired on 18 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HKW?
The MOT on LR03 HKW expired on 18 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 HKW done?
LR03 HKW was recorded at 208,093 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2021, an average of 10,437 miles a year.
Has LR03 HKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HKW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LR03 HKW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 HKW find?
LR03 HKW passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear exhaust rusty.

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