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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB03 BVDMOT history

LB03 BVD is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
90,924 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 BVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 BVD was last recorded at 90,924 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 5,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,431 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,493 miles
Average per year
3,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,924 miles
  • 2025 – 85,431 miles
  • 2024 – 80,360 miles
  • 2023 – 74,645 miles
  • 2022 – 71,697 miles
  • 2020 – 61,381 miles
  • 2019 – 55,051 miles
  • 2018 – 52,259 miles
  • 2017 – 50,166 miles
  • 2016 – 46,745 miles
  • 2015 – 41,394 miles
  • 2014 – 40,482 miles
  • 2013 – 38,904 miles
  • 2012 – 37,448 miles
  • 2011 – 35,660 miles
  • 2009 – 27,162 miles
  • 2008 – 23,590 miles
  • 2007 – 17,652 miles
  • 2006 – 14,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,924 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Exhaust Rear Box Outer skin is corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,924 miles (+5,493)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    90,924 miles
    Test number
    593159982025
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass85,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,431 miles
    Test number
    643165396212
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Box Outer skin is corroded.

  3. Fail85,431 miles (+5,071)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,431 miles
    Test number
    571702837826
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Box Outer skin is corroded.

  4. Pass80,360 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,360 miles
    Test number
    873567311614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,645 miles (+2,948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,645 miles
    Test number
    629044945939
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Box outer skin is corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is worn smooth on the inner edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.

  6. Pass71,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,697 miles
    Test number
    322434247683
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  7. Fail71,697 miles (+10,316)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,697 miles
    Test number
    359094049250
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  8. Pass61,381 miles (+1,481)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,381 miles
    Test number
    701397047406
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass59,900 miles (+4,849)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    59,900 miles
    Test number
    816254575786
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass55,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,051 miles
    Test number
    251862341172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,051 miles (+2,792)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,051 miles
    Test number
    250559116794
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass52,259 miles (+2,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,259 miles
    Test number
    734143452210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass50,166 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,166 miles
    Test number
    566229781019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    46,745 miles
    Test number
    118488940094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,745 miles (+5,351)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,745 miles
    Test number
    569949182333
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass41,394 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,394 miles
    Test number
    219008535184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,482 miles (+1,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,482 miles
    Test number
    306547944149
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass38,904 miles (+1,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,904 miles
    Test number
    215576733474
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass37,448 miles (+1,788)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,448 miles
    Test number
    506649842198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perishing

  20. Pass35,660 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,660 miles
    Test number
    286132751405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,658 miles (+8,496)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,658 miles
    Test number
    646861751107
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass27,162 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,162 miles
    Test number
    794337169108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,590 miles (+5,938)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,590 miles
    Test number
    871998548179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,652 miles (+3,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    17,652 miles
    Test number
    661071047141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass14,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,559 miles
    Test number
    262020076492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 BVD

Does LB03 BVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 BVD is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 BVD?
The MOT on LB03 BVD is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 BVD done?
LB03 BVD was recorded at 90,924 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 3,900 miles a year.
Has LB03 BVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 BVD has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 BVD 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 LB03 BVD find?
LB03 BVD passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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