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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LU03 BKXMOT history

LU03 BKX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 268,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2023.

LU03 BKX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2024
Mileage
268,181 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2023
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU03 BKX
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
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU03 BKX was last recorded at 268,181 miles on 13 Sept 2023, 8,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
259,437 miles · 20 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
8,744 miles
Average per year
10,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 268,181 miles
  • 2022 – 259,437 miles
  • 2021 – 255,505 miles
  • 2020 – 252,068 miles
  • 2019 – 243,972 miles
  • 2018 – 232,608 miles
  • 2017 – 222,000 miles
  • 2016 – 214,477 miles
  • 2015 – 205,808 miles
  • 2014 – 199,326 miles
  • 2013 – 191,435 miles
  • 2012 – 175,793 miles
  • 2011 – 163,027 miles
  • 2010 – 153,580 miles
  • 2009 – 139,467 miles
  • 2008 – 133,940 miles
  • 2007 – 121,138 miles
  • 2006 – 88,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass268,181 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid on min
  • AdvisoryDip stick tube broken
  • AdvisoryWindscreen scratched

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 Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass268,181 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    268,181 miles
    Test number
    907243541344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid on min
    • AdvisoryDip stick tube broken
    • AdvisoryWindscreen scratched

  2. Fail268,181 miles (+8,744)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,181 miles
    Test number
    142427234540
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid on min
    • AdvisoryDip stick tube broken
    • AdvisoryWindscreen scratched

  3. Pass259,437 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    259,437 miles
    Test number
    166265451925
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail259,437 miles (+3,932)7 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,437 miles
    Test number
    196921783615
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass255,505 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    255,505 miles
    Test number
    724286670945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail255,505 miles (+3,437)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,505 miles
    Test number
    227399866493
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass252,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    252,068 miles
    Test number
    467821744380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail252,068 miles (+8,096)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,068 miles
    Test number
    893437770075
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine under tray damaged but is still secure
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass243,972 miles (+11,364)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    243,972 miles
    Test number
    215875829151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass232,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    232,608 miles
    Test number
    778119540707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail232,608 miles (+10,608)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,608 miles
    Test number
    459937180226
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass222,000 miles (+7,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    222,000 miles
    Test number
    519361142523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge/deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass214,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    214,477 miles
    Test number
    851239212971
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail214,476 miles (+8,668)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,476 miles
    Test number
    787099753191
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass205,808 miles (+6,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    205,808 miles
    Test number
    261532300282
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass199,326 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    199,326 miles
    Test number
    557976244269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail199,325 miles (+7,890)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,325 miles
    Test number
    687784644231
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail191,435 miles7 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,435 miles
    Test number
    338882763217
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass191,435 miles (+5,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    191,435 miles
    Test number
    789872663240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass186,343 miles (+10,550)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    186,343 miles
    Test number
    797819773062
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass175,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    175,793 miles
    Test number
    836142782094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail175,793 miles (+12,766)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,793 miles
    Test number
    647792082089
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass163,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    163,027 miles
    Test number
    588589981074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail163,027 miles (+9,447)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,027 miles
    Test number
    518229481079
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass153,580 miles (+14,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    153,580 miles
    Test number
    853890590067
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass139,467 miles (+5,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    139,467 miles
    Test number
    331865219019
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Pass133,940 miles (+12,802)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    133,940 miles
    Test number
    884320678060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass121,138 miles (+32,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    121,138 miles
    Test number
    433224667098
    • 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)

  29. Pass88,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    88,140 miles
    Test number
    163605666425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU03 BKX

Does LU03 BKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU03 BKX expired on 19 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU03 BKX?
The MOT on LU03 BKX expired on 19 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU03 BKX done?
LU03 BKX was recorded at 268,181 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2023, an average of 10,275 miles a year.
Has LU03 BKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU03 BKX has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LU03 BKX 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 LU03 BKX find?
LU03 BKX passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2023 with 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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