2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · GM03 MHM
2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21 May 2003. Recorded mileage 80,441 miles. MOT expired on 03 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,441 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GM03 MHM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
- 80,441 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.
GM03 MHM 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 (GM03 MHM) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 October 2025 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), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
GM03 MHM Mileage History
- 19/10/202375,359 mi
- 01/11/202479,097 mi+3,738 mi
- 04/11/202479,119 mi+22 mi
- 13/10/202580,423 mi+1,304 mi
- 17/10/202580,441 mi+18 mi
Average of roughly 2,545 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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