2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · A24 LAU
2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 27 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 198,167 miles. MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 198,167 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A24 LAU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2026
- 198,167 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A24 LAU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Golf (A24 LAU) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
A24 LAU Mileage History
- 15/10/2024189,818 mi
- 16/10/2024189,820 mi+2 mi
- 30/10/2025193,088 mi+3,268 mi
- 30/10/2025193,088 mi
- 15/10/2026198,167 mi+5,079 mi
Average of roughly 4,176 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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