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When is the MOT due for SW03 LMM?

The MOT for SW03 LMM is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 November 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of SW03 LMM?

The recorded mileage for SW03 LMM is 166,735 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SW03 LMM ULEZ compliant?

No, SW03 LMM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · SW03 LMM

SW03 LMM

2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 23 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 166,735 miles. MOT expired on 05 Nov 2023.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2003 · Aberdeen
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 05 Nov 2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 166,735 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Expired on 05 Nov 2023

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Engine

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SW03 LMM Key Findings

24 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/11/2022
166,735 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (22 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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SW03 LMM Mileage History

23/06/200632,371 mi
15/05/200741,975 mi+9,604 mi
24/05/200848,045 mi+6,070 mi
13/06/200955,366 mi+7,321 mi
13/06/200955,367 mi+1 mi
09/06/201064,654 mi+9,287 mi
09/06/201064,654 mi
21/05/201172,732 mi+8,078 mi
23/05/201172,732 mi
18/06/201279,799 mi+7,067 mi
19/06/201279,799 mi
24/05/201386,753 mi+6,954 mi
24/05/201386,753 mi
12/04/201496,256 mi+9,503 mi
21/07/201498,392 mi+2,136 mi
03/07/2015107,996 mi+9,604 mi
03/07/2015107,996 mi
22/06/2016118,731 mi+10,735 mi
04/07/2017128,434 mi+9,703 mi
07/07/2018137,100 mi+8,666 mi
12/07/2019144,200 mi+7,100 mi
06/11/2020152,796 mi+8,596 mi
29/10/2021159,291 mi+6,495 mi
01/11/2022166,735 mi+7,444 mi

Average of roughly 8,214 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.

SW03 LMM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Oct 2026, 11:01

MOT Analysis

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24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Golf (SW03 LMM) between June 2006 and November 2022.

The record contains 17 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 01 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (22 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 21 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: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”; “Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”.

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