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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LS03 LXEMOT history

LS03 LXE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 176,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

LS03 LXE blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
176,098 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LXE was last recorded at 176,098 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,095 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,098 miles
  • 2025 – 173,690 miles
  • 2024 – 166,887 miles
  • 2023 – 166,884 miles
  • 2022 – 153,334 miles
  • 2021 – 142,687 miles
  • 2020 – 137,787 miles
  • 2019 – 130,625 miles
  • 2018 – 125,482 miles
  • 2017 – 118,959 miles
  • 2016 – 113,857 miles
  • 2015 – 109,210 miles
  • 2014 – 105,456 miles
  • 2013 – 97,016 miles
  • 2012 – 87,965 miles
  • 2011 – 84,962 miles
  • 2010 – 71,558 miles
  • 2009 – 61,558 miles
  • 2008 – 53,432 miles
  • 2007 – 41,807 miles
  • 2006 – 26,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,098 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,098 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    176,098 miles
    Test number
    468337530559
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail176,095 miles (+2,405)10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,095 miles
    Test number
    892435609125
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass173,690 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    173,690 miles
    Test number
    181519919309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 exhaust section insecure
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOs sill section starting to corrode

  4. Fail173,683 miles (+6,796)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,683 miles
    Test number
    844167641029
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 exhaust section insecure
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOs sill section starting to corrode

  5. Pass166,887 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    166,887 miles
    Test number
    987769138859
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail166,887 miles (+3)2 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,887 miles
    Test number
    192853622046
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Lower Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass166,884 miles (+13,550)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    166,884 miles
    Test number
    565567258481
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass153,334 miles (+10,647)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    153,334 miles
    Test number
    871489027459
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass142,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    142,687 miles
    Test number
    685520644884
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a)) Central Exhaust mounting detached
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail142,687 miles (+4,900)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,687 miles
    Test number
    173874109837
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a)) Central Exhaust mounting detached
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass137,787 miles (+59)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    137,787 miles
    Test number
    659005341533
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting detached
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail137,728 miles (+7,103)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,728 miles
    Test number
    661384728748
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting detached
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass130,625 miles (+5,143)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    130,625 miles
    Test number
    827951716123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged

  14. Pass125,482 miles (+6,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,482 miles
    Test number
    924795466738
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOff side sill damged

  15. Pass118,959 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    118,959 miles
    Test number
    109907482884
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside sill slightly damaged in several paces

  16. Fail118,958 miles (+5,101)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,958 miles
    Test number
    817477847645
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside sill slightly damaged in several paces

  17. Pass113,857 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,857 miles
    Test number
    669682692329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,856 miles (+4,646)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,856 miles
    Test number
    164548028581
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass109,210 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,210 miles
    Test number
    839156705116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail109,122 miles (+3,666)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,122 miles
    Test number
    729317995097
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCentre exhuast brk detached

  21. Pass105,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    675600404167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail105,456 miles (+8,440)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    239359594016
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass97,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    97,016 miles
    Test number
    289289073079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail97,016 miles (+9,051)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,016 miles
    Test number
    777429573041
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass87,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,965 miles
    Test number
    507946762031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,965 miles (+3,003)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,965 miles
    Test number
    667576762079
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass84,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,962 miles
    Test number
    818175771072
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Fail84,962 miles (+13,404)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,962 miles
    Test number
    275705771050
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  29. Pass71,558 miles (+10,000)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,558 miles
    Test number
    230334780097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass61,558 miles (+8,126)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,558 miles
    Test number
    314930519162
    • 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)
    • NoteN/S wing mirror glass smashed

  31. Pass53,432 miles (+11,625)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,432 miles
    Test number
    494017908107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass41,807 miles (+15,481)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,807 miles
    Test number
    931129707195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass26,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,326 miles
    Test number
    243301616167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 LXE

Does LS03 LXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS03 LXE is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LXE?
The MOT on LS03 LXE is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS03 LXE done?
LS03 LXE was recorded at 176,098 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 7,447 miles a year.
Has LS03 LXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LXE has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS03 LXE 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 LXE find?
LS03 LXE passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; coolant leak; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 5 more.

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