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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS03 HBXMOT history

LS03 HBX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 200,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

LS03 HBX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
200,326 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 HBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 HBX was last recorded at 200,326 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,325 miles · 31 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 200,326 miles
  • 2021 – 189,658 miles
  • 2020 – 180,235 miles
  • 2019 – 171,966 miles
  • 2018 – 156,549 miles
  • 2017 – 149,525 miles
  • 2016 – 139,936 miles
  • 2015 – 130,456 miles
  • 2014 – 120,617 miles
  • 2013 – 109,381 miles
  • 2012 – 99,711 miles
  • 2011 – 90,933 miles
  • 2010 – 82,269 miles
  • 2009 – 72,606 miles
  • 2007 – 53,922 miles
  • 2006 – 31,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,326 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mount bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,326 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    200,326 miles
    Test number
    663348043249
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail200,325 miles (+10,667)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,325 miles
    Test number
    939136520118
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass189,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    189,658 miles
    Test number
    709569040543
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake performance low
  4. Fail189,658 miles (+9,423)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,658 miles
    Test number
    545306286227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake performance low
  5. Pass180,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    180,235 miles
    Test number
    479353360204
    • 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))
  6. Fail180,233 miles (+8,267)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,233 miles
    Test number
    914036125968
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (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))
  7. Pass171,966 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    171,966 miles
    Test number
    202455764436
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  8. Fail171,965 miles3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,965 miles
    Test number
    526016268877
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  9. Fail171,960 miles (+15,411)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,960 miles
    Test number
    741506743713
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both - Age cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded Badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid outer edge - On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped/Worn/Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass156,549 miles (+7,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    156,549 miles
    Test number
    404258464757
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated
  11. Pass149,525 miles (+9,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    149,525 miles
    Test number
    543772608129
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box slightly deteriorated
  12. Pass139,936 miles (+9,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    139,936 miles
    Test number
    273938320216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  13. Pass130,456 miles (+9,839)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    130,456 miles
    Test number
    556310997179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass120,617 miles (+11,236)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    120,617 miles
    Test number
    917069834245
    • NoteOffsiide + nearside brake disc inner faces slighty deteriorated
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
  15. Pass109,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    109,381 miles
    Test number
    728340743259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Fail109,381 miles (+9,670)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,381 miles
    Test number
    726629533254
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass99,711 miles (+8,778)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    99,711 miles
    Test number
    507741142270
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass90,933 miles (+8,664)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,933 miles
    Test number
    286775111233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,269 miles (+9,663)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,269 miles
    Test number
    202746090408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,606 miles (+18,684)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,606 miles
    Test number
    271347589473
    • NoteFront brake discs are poor
  21. Pass53,922 miles (+6,392)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,922 miles
    Test number
    402313017421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,530 miles (+15,704)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,530 miles
    Test number
    341946087006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,826 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    953148136136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LS03 HBX

Does LS03 HBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 HBX expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 HBX?
The MOT on LS03 HBX expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 HBX done?
LS03 HBX was recorded at 200,326 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 10,239 miles a year.
Has LS03 HBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 HBX has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS03 HBX 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 LS03 HBX find?
LS03 HBX passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing, and 1 more.

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