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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR03 ZBLMOT history

LR03 ZBL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 124,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2022.

LR03 ZBL grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2021
Mileage
124,551 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 ZBL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 ZBL was last recorded at 124,551 miles on 12 Jan 2022, 949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,602 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
949 miles
Average per year
6,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,551 miles
  • 2021 – 123,602 miles
  • 2020 – 118,979 miles
  • 2019 – 111,881 miles
  • 2018 – 107,571 miles
  • 2017 – 100,994 miles
  • 2016 – 93,451 miles
  • 2015 – 86,699 miles
  • 2014 – 79,190 miles
  • 2013 – 73,026 miles
  • 2012 – 63,772 miles
  • 2011 – 60,129 miles
  • 2010 – 52,083 miles
  • 2009 – 42,414 miles
  • 2008 – 33,454 miles
  • 2007 – 24,532 miles
  • 2006 – 17,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,551 miles
  • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,551 miles (+949)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,551 miles
    Test number
    232822904644
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail123,602 miles (+4,623)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,602 miles
    Test number
    147097375072
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,979 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,979 miles
    Test number
    838397530158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Fail118,974 miles (+7,093)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,974 miles
    Test number
    809864818318
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Pass111,881 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,881 miles
    Test number
    235031338534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail111,880 miles (+4,309)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,880 miles
    Test number
    747133390119
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,571 miles
    Test number
    236210692522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,571 miles (+6,577)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,571 miles
    Test number
    335625678508
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  9. Pass100,994 miles (+7,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,994 miles
    Test number
    636549258017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement Gearbox mount (6.1.D.1a)

  10. Pass93,451 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,451 miles
    Test number
    305320136928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail93,428 miles (+6,729)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,428 miles
    Test number
    809399450229
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass86,699 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,699 miles
    Test number
    155493585067
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail86,699 miles (+7,509)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,699 miles
    Test number
    929823485084
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass79,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,190 miles
    Test number
    459405604195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,190 miles (+6,164)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,190 miles
    Test number
    897754604114
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass73,026 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,026 miles
    Test number
    375136733165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front light lens cracked

  17. Fail73,018 miles (+9,246)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,018 miles
    Test number
    228207623453
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front light lens cracked

  18. Pass63,772 miles (+3,643)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,772 miles
    Test number
    168929512195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,129 miles4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,129 miles
    Test number
    118194831196
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch worn
    • NoteCoolant temp gauge intermittant
    • NoteEmissions test borderline pass
    • NoteExhaust has several blows from joints
    • NoteOff side front indicator faded
    • NoteOff side head lamp cracked

  20. Fail60,129 miles (+8,046)1 repaired4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,129 miles
    Test number
    996294231199
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch worn
    • NoteCoolant temp gauge intermittant
    • NoteEmissions test borderline pass
    • NoteExhaust has several blows from joints
    • NoteOff side front indicator faded
    • NoteOff side head lamp cracked

  21. Pass52,083 miles (+9,669)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,083 miles
    Test number
    452092800149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,414 miles
    Test number
    400763989004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,408 miles (+8,954)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,408 miles
    Test number
    740043689030
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass33,454 miles (+8,922)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,454 miles
    Test number
    883761098051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,532 miles (+7,175)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,532 miles
    Test number
    702489787031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,357 miles
    Test number
    741455496056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 ZBL

Does LR03 ZBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 ZBL expired on 28 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 ZBL?
The MOT on LR03 ZBL expired on 28 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 ZBL done?
LR03 ZBL was recorded at 124,551 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2022, an average of 6,796 miles a year.
Has LR03 ZBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 ZBL has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LR03 ZBL 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 ZBL find?
LR03 ZBL failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2022 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join clamp broken; speedometer operation impaired, and 1 more.

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