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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS03 LYRMOT history

LS03 LYR is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 197,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2023.

LS03 LYR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2024
Mileage
197,593 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2023
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LYR
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
23 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LYR was last recorded at 197,593 miles on 27 Feb 2023, 7,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
190,014 miles · 19 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
7,579 miles
Average per year
10,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 197,593 miles
  • 2022 – 190,014 miles
  • 2021 – 184,908 miles
  • 2020 – 178,568 miles
  • 2019 – 159,124 miles
  • 2018 – 140,170 miles
  • 2017 – 121,000 miles
  • 2016 – 111,985 miles
  • 2015 – 105,478 miles
  • 2014 – 101,983 miles
  • 2013 – 99,324 miles
  • 2012 – 95,807 miles
  • 2011 – 82,938 miles
  • 2010 – 66,965 miles
  • 2009 – 55,510 miles
  • 2008 – 45,592 miles
  • 2007 – 34,466 miles
  • 2006 – 22,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,593 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    197,593 miles
    Test number
    335424905241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail197,593 miles (+7,579)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,593 miles
    Test number
    526757843278
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases behind cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  3. Pass190,014 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    190,014 miles
    Test number
    329903382799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass184,908 miles (+6,340)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    184,908 miles
    Test number
    238583749269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass178,568 miles (+19,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    178,568 miles
    Test number
    508499754588
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror taped on
  6. Pass159,124 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    159,124 miles
    Test number
    639124155998
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  7. Fail159,124 miles (+18,954)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,124 miles
    Test number
    355495938490
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  8. Pass140,170 miles (+19,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    140,170 miles
    Test number
    619957353578
    • 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)
  9. Pass121,000 miles (+9,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    121,000 miles
    Test number
    234109964455
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mount bracket broken but system still secure
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  10. Pass111,985 miles (+6,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,985 miles
    Test number
    611209023950
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger detached, but system still suported
  11. Pass105,478 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    105,478 miles
    Test number
    367454705162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,983 miles (+2,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,983 miles
    Test number
    406297904164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  13. Pass99,324 miles (+3,517)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,324 miles
    Test number
    128189403196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,807 miles (+12,869)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    95,807 miles
    Test number
    717210812188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,938 miles (+15,973)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,938 miles
    Test number
    279386711419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,965 miles (+11,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,965 miles
    Test number
    832990710180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass55,510 miles (+9,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,510 miles
    Test number
    350102419102
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  18. Pass45,592 miles (+11,126)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,592 miles
    Test number
    291844418139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,466 miles (+11,901)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,466 miles
    Test number
    214227117429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,565 miles
    Test number
    653756276056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 LYR

Does LS03 LYR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 LYR expired on 3 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LYR?
The MOT on LS03 LYR expired on 3 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 LYR done?
LS03 LYR was recorded at 197,593 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2023, an average of 10,326 miles a year.
Has LS03 LYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LYR has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS03 LYR 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 LYR find?
LS03 LYR passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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