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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

DV03 XGCMOT history

DV03 XGC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 157,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2026
Mileage
157,013 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DV03 XGC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DV03 XGC was last recorded at 157,013 miles on 15 Apr 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,997 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
6,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,013 miles
  • 2024 – 153,613 miles
  • 2023 – 149,457 miles
  • 2022 – 143,416 miles
  • 2021 – 138,014 miles
  • 2020 – 135,766 miles
  • 2018 – 135,755 miles
  • 2017 – 128,914 miles
  • 2016 – 120,042 miles
  • 2015 – 111,881 miles
  • 2014 – 102,105 miles
  • 2013 – 91,676 miles
  • 2012 – 82,318 miles
  • 2011 – 68,998 miles
  • 2010 – 59,666 miles
  • 2009 – 52,505 miles
  • 2008 – 45,592 miles
  • 2007 – 38,787 miles
  • 2006 – 31,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,013 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged On outer & Inner sidewall -- 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,013 miles (+16)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    157,013 miles
    Test number
    167568317325
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged On outer & Inner sidewall -- 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail156,997 miles (+3,384)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,997 miles
    Test number
    266532319959
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLong hand-brake travel, not excessive but advise adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged On outer & Inner sidewall -- 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass153,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    153,613 miles
    Test number
    209096843153
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail153,613 miles (+4,156)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,613 miles
    Test number
    502878426255
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass149,457 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    149,457 miles
    Test number
    833956915269
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail149,457 miles (+6,041)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,457 miles
    Test number
    857878575079
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass143,416 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,416 miles
    Test number
    464582182668
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail143,414 miles (+5,400)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,414 miles
    Test number
    627542645405
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer - heavily corroded - advise replacement (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp slightly insecure - aim not affected

  9. Pass138,014 miles (+2,248)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,014 miles
    Test number
    579034584209
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryWashers tubing damaged nearside

  10. Pass135,766 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    135,766 miles
    Test number
    208728944477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail135,761 miles (+6)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,761 miles
    Test number
    165458143696
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass135,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    135,755 miles
    Test number
    425628005431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail135,755 miles (+6,841)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,755 miles
    Test number
    726615675582
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass128,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    128,914 miles
    Test number
    892691590098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail128,914 miles (+8,872)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,914 miles
    Test number
    510818531392
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  16. Pass120,042 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    120,042 miles
    Test number
    781276758409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,899 miles (+8,018)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,899 miles
    Test number
    895832025518
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

  18. Pass111,881 miles (+9,776)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,881 miles
    Test number
    887837255184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,105 miles (+10,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    102,105 miles
    Test number
    656521344154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass91,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,676 miles
    Test number
    667214233156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,676 miles (+9,358)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,676 miles
    Test number
    918913033131
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass82,318 miles (+13,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,318 miles
    Test number
    508213462179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass68,998 miles (+9,332)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,998 miles
    Test number
    985052551149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,666 miles (+7,161)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,666 miles
    Test number
    833738440127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,505 miles (+6,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,505 miles
    Test number
    703815839149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass45,592 miles (+6,805)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,592 miles
    Test number
    184467358138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,787 miles (+7,252)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    38,787 miles
    Test number
    404166557178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    944274646150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DV03 XGC

Does DV03 XGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on DV03 XGC expired on 14 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on DV03 XGC?
The MOT on DV03 XGC expired on 14 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has DV03 XGC done?
DV03 XGC was recorded at 157,013 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2025, an average of 6,641 miles a year.
Has DV03 XGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DV03 XGC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on DV03 XGC 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 DV03 XGC find?
DV03 XGC passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi; offside front tyre slightly damaged on outer & inner sidewall -- 165/70/14.

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