2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · LD53 VRJ
2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 148,526 miles. MOT valid until 01 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,526 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD53 VRJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 148,526 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD53 VRJ 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 (LD53 VRJ) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 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 (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))”; “Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
LD53 VRJ Mileage History
- 14/02/2024137,510 mi
- 26/02/2025140,715 mi+3,205 mi
- 26/02/2025140,716 mi+1 mi
- 19/02/2026148,525 mi+7,809 mi
- 26/02/2026148,526 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,415 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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