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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

V1 LGAMOT history

V1 LGA is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

V1 LGA white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
132,892 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 LGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 LGA was last recorded at 132,892 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,892 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,892 miles
  • 2024 – 123,204 miles
  • 2023 – 117,677 miles
  • 2022 – 106,148 miles
  • 2021 – 105,140 miles
  • 2020 – 100,028 miles
  • 2019 – 93,321 miles
  • 2018 – 83,841 miles
  • 2017 – 80,264 miles
  • 2016 – 74,669 miles
  • 2015 – 69,783 miles
  • 2014 – 65,128 miles
  • 2013 – 58,290 miles
  • 2012 – 48,108 miles
  • 2011 – 30,685 miles
  • 2010 – 21,239 miles
  • 2009 – 20,345 miles
  • 2008 – 18,479 miles
  • 2007 – 16,440 miles
  • 2006 – 13,990 miles
  • 2005 – 10,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,892 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 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,892 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,892 miles
    Test number
    481198043693
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail132,892 miles (+9,688)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,892 miles
    Test number
    529161536262
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass123,204 miles (+5,527)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,204 miles
    Test number
    418473826074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,677 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,677 miles
    Test number
    205668628926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail117,677 miles (+11,529)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,677 miles
    Test number
    371612714123
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass106,148 miles (+1,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,148 miles
    Test number
    620943059169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass105,140 miles (+5,112)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,140 miles
    Test number
    830123449936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,028 miles (+271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,028 miles
    Test number
    750607587618
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail99,757 miles (+6,436)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,757 miles
    Test number
    970786112847
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass93,321 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,321 miles
    Test number
    277933388088
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail93,320 miles (+9,479)2 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,320 miles
    Test number
    862210657098
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass83,841 miles (+3,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,841 miles
    Test number
    813893498160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass80,264 miles (+5,595)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,264 miles
    Test number
    409772983579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,669 miles (+4,886)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    74,669 miles
    Test number
    184660448890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,783 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,783 miles
    Test number
    338760484995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2.5mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox bracket corroded.

  16. Fail69,783 miles (+4,655)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,783 miles
    Test number
    877311850266
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance very dim (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2.5mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox bracket corroded.

  17. Pass65,128 miles (+6,838)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,128 miles
    Test number
    996532864246
    • NoteBoth front wipers are slightly smearing on screen
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger corroded but still adequately supported.

  18. Fail58,290 miles3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,290 miles
    Test number
    225612863232
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit On Inner Edge
    • NoteOffside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit On Inner Edge
    • NoteRear Exhaust Silencer Hanger Corroded & Starting To Break Away

  19. Pass58,290 miles (+10,182)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,290 miles
    Test number
    306442463286
    • NoteNearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit On Inner Edge
    • NoteOffside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit On Inner Edge
    • NoteRear Exhaust Silencer Hanger Corroded & Starting To Break Away

  20. Pass48,108 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,108 miles
    Test number
    957704142290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail48,108 miles (+17,423)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,108 miles
    Test number
    977234242242
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass30,685 miles (+9,446)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,685 miles
    Test number
    587439441249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,239 miles (+894)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    21,239 miles
    Test number
    260600750299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,345 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    20,345 miles
    Test number
    502365119372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,479 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,479 miles
    Test number
    620040038311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,440 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,440 miles
    Test number
    963559537350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,990 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,990 miles
    Test number
    832990146390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    10,830 miles
    Test number
    713310645396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V1 LGA

Does V1 LGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V1 LGA expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V1 LGA?
The MOT on V1 LGA expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V1 LGA done?
V1 LGA was recorded at 132,892 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 6,145 miles a year.
Has V1 LGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 LGA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V1 LGA 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 V1 LGA find?
V1 LGA passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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