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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LX03 LXMMOT history

LX03 LXM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 238,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LX03 LXM silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
238,485 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 LXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 LXM was last recorded at 238,485 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
238,473 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
8,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 238,485 miles
  • 2025 – 238,384 miles
  • 2024 – 238,307 miles
  • 2023 – 237,887 miles
  • 2022 – 237,384 miles
  • 2021 – 235,552 miles
  • 2020 – 234,182 miles
  • 2019 – 231,934 miles
  • 2018 – 228,194 miles
  • 2017 – 226,004 miles
  • 2016 – 222,053 miles
  • 2015 – 217,797 miles
  • 2014 – 213,151 miles
  • 2013 – 205,933 miles
  • 2012 – 191,484 miles
  • 2011 – 172,721 miles
  • 2010 – 155,314 miles
  • 2009 – 139,123 miles
  • 2008 – 113,460 miles
  • 2007 – 91,135 miles
  • 2006 – 71,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,485 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,485 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    238,485 miles
    Test number
    680212383670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail238,473 miles (+89)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,473 miles
    Test number
    599484684577
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass238,384 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    238,384 miles
    Test number
    551476990738
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass238,307 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    238,307 miles
    Test number
    298850726940
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail238,306 miles (+419)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,306 miles
    Test number
    346426255573
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass237,887 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    237,887 miles
    Test number
    341881377354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass237,384 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    237,384 miles
    Test number
    461507911398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail237,378 miles (+1,826)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,378 miles
    Test number
    180456665779
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass235,552 miles (+1,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    235,552 miles
    Test number
    175157456649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass234,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    234,182 miles
    Test number
    711872720933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail234,182 miles (+2,248)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,182 miles
    Test number
    225932840713
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  12. Pass231,934 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    231,934 miles
    Test number
    732202130491
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  13. Fail231,930 miles (+3,736)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,930 miles
    Test number
    109343444848
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  14. Pass228,194 miles (+2,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    228,194 miles
    Test number
    682033108436
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass226,004 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    226,004 miles
    Test number
    107695918967
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sidewall badly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail226,004 miles (+3,951)3 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,004 miles
    Test number
    268298846340
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sidewall badly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass222,053 miles (+4,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    222,053 miles
    Test number
    867195480873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass217,797 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    217,797 miles
    Test number
    649395795120
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail217,797 miles (+4,646)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,797 miles
    Test number
    247965295432
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass213,151 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    213,151 miles
    Test number
    955075094194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail213,121 miles (+7,188)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,121 miles
    Test number
    986903994126
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass205,933 miles (+14,449)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    205,933 miles
    Test number
    888281113217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass191,484 miles (+18,763)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    191,484 miles
    Test number
    636916062148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass172,721 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    172,721 miles
    Test number
    266188551105
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorating

  25. Fail172,721 miles (+17,407)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,721 miles
    Test number
    917878951162
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorating

  26. Fail155,314 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,314 miles
    Test number
    504154230134
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass155,314 miles (+16,191)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    155,314 miles
    Test number
    800044630184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail139,123 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,123 miles
    Test number
    741258029198
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass139,123 miles (+25,663)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    139,123 miles
    Test number
    990438429150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass113,460 miles (+22,325)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    113,460 miles
    Test number
    614100238146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass91,135 miles (+19,167)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    91,135 miles
    Test number
    350184127195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass71,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,968 miles
    Test number
    680684326106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 LXM

Does LX03 LXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 LXM is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 LXM?
The MOT on LX03 LXM is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 LXM done?
LX03 LXM was recorded at 238,485 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 8,223 miles a year.
Has LX03 LXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 LXM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LX03 LXM 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 LX03 LXM find?
LX03 LXM passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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