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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS03 LZNMOT history

LS03 LZN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 208,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

LS03 LZN blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
208,565 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LZN was last recorded at 208,565 miles on 26 May 2026, 8,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,401 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,164 miles
Average per year
8,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,565 miles
  • 2025 – 200,401 miles
  • 2024 – 196,062 miles
  • 2023 – 189,375 miles
  • 2022 – 181,712 miles
  • 2021 – 172,989 miles
  • 2020 – 166,778 miles
  • 2019 – 160,271 miles
  • 2018 – 154,272 miles
  • 2017 – 146,656 miles
  • 2016 – 141,302 miles
  • 2015 – 134,918 miles
  • 2014 – 125,610 miles
  • 2013 – 116,429 miles
  • 2012 – 104,562 miles
  • 2011 – 91,941 miles
  • 2010 – 82,585 miles
  • 2009 – 68,682 miles
  • 2008 – 55,935 miles
  • 2007 – 45,000 miles
  • 2006 – 36,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,565 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine cover and undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,565 miles (+8,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    208,565 miles
    Test number
    214025744904
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass200,401 miles (+22)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    200,401 miles
    Test number
    629207925349
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive pooling in undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail200,379 miles (+4,317)2 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,379 miles
    Test number
    427485761547
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive pooling in undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass196,062 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    196,062 miles
    Test number
    798848081371
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail196,062 miles (+6,687)4 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,062 miles
    Test number
    203530518577
    • 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 insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass189,375 miles (+7,663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    189,375 miles
    Test number
    404115490776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass181,712 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    181,712 miles
    Test number
    674212636476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail181,702 miles (+8,713)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,702 miles
    Test number
    490193844859
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass172,989 miles (+6,211)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    172,989 miles
    Test number
    457953488801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  10. Pass166,778 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    166,778 miles
    Test number
    795912828265
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  11. Fail166,765 miles (+6,494)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,765 miles
    Test number
    940819896747
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel smell in engine bay

  12. Pass160,271 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,271 miles
    Test number
    651291026530
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting of oil and corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel smell in engine bay

  13. Fail160,250 miles (+5,978)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,250 miles
    Test number
    585896023132
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting of oil and corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel smell in engine bay

  14. Pass154,272 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    154,272 miles
    Test number
    652677292886
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild seat n/s/r and o/s/r,centre belt not checked
    • AdvisoryDiesel smell from engine bay
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  15. Fail154,272 miles (+7,616)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,272 miles
    Test number
    662392685667
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild seat n/s/r and o/s/r,centre belt not checked
    • AdvisoryDiesel smell from engine bay
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  16. Pass146,656 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    146,656 miles
    Test number
    534973527201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre punctured and low pressure
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  17. Fail146,656 miles (+5,354)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,656 miles
    Test number
    333142036317
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre punctured and low pressure
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  18. Pass141,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    141,302 miles
    Test number
    872768698885
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner tread area

  19. Fail141,302 miles (+6,384)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,302 miles
    Test number
    254833146806
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner tread area

  20. Pass134,918 miles (+9,308)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,918 miles
    Test number
    350168906248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass125,610 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    125,610 miles
    Test number
    775789514151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail125,610 miles (+9,181)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,610 miles
    Test number
    287659114115
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass116,429 miles (+11,867)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    116,429 miles
    Test number
    396959803123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    104,562 miles
    Test number
    279378902119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail104,562 miles (+12,621)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,562 miles
    Test number
    829048402124
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass91,941 miles (+9,356)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,941 miles
    Test number
    849075301157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass82,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,585 miles
    Test number
    872117790044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,585 miles (+13,903)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,585 miles
    Test number
    864257590006
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  29. Pass68,682 miles (+12,747)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    660335409167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass55,935 miles (+10,935)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,935 miles
    Test number
    244255908160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass45,000 miles (+8,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,000 miles
    Test number
    983636107166
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass36,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,905 miles
    Test number
    711819806171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 LZN

Does LS03 LZN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS03 LZN is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LZN?
The MOT on LS03 LZN is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS03 LZN done?
LS03 LZN was recorded at 208,565 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 8,540 miles a year.
Has LS03 LZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LZN has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LS03 LZN 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 LZN find?
LS03 LZN passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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