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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB03 DXCMOT history

LB03 DXC is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 161,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
161,676 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 DXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 DXC was last recorded at 161,676 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 13,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,013 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
13,663 miles
Average per year
6,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,676 miles
  • 2024 – 148,013 miles
  • 2023 – 137,321 miles
  • 2022 – 125,534 miles
  • 2021 – 118,442 miles
  • 2019 – 114,065 miles
  • 2018 – 106,804 miles
  • 2017 – 99,138 miles
  • 2016 – 94,095 miles
  • 2015 – 88,846 miles
  • 2014 – 84,780 miles
  • 2013 – 77,253 miles
  • 2012 – 73,902 miles
  • 2011 – 68,730 miles
  • 2010 – 62,251 miles
  • 2009 – 52,389 miles
  • 2008 – 42,255 miles
  • 2007 – 34,110 miles
  • 2006 – 25,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,676 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under trays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,676 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    161,676 miles
    Test number
    274865014520
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail161,676 miles (+13,663)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,676 miles
    Test number
    824437542456
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,013 miles (+10,692)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    148,013 miles
    Test number
    193422712496
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass137,321 miles (+91)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,321 miles
    Test number
    792622518794
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail137,230 miles (+11,696)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,230 miles
    Test number
    177096760795
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass125,534 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,534 miles
    Test number
    395657164327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    118,442 miles
    Test number
    771614982168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail118,442 miles (+4,377)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,442 miles
    Test number
    284460794769
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass114,065 miles (+7,261)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,065 miles
    Test number
    852819090293
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertray Fitted

  10. Pass106,804 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,804 miles
    Test number
    138842166724
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail106,804 miles (+7,666)3 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,804 miles
    Test number
    835146329238
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass99,138 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    99,138 miles
    Test number
    364752940228
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  13. Fail99,137 miles (+5,042)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,137 miles
    Test number
    622671972062
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt + slight play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen washer pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  14. Pass94,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,095 miles
    Test number
    324431376483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,094 miles (+5,248)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,094 miles
    Test number
    706058421670
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  16. Pass88,846 miles (+4,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,846 miles
    Test number
    268210163290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass84,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,780 miles
    Test number
    307036644234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail84,777 miles (+7,524)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,777 miles
    Test number
    906806444225
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass77,253 miles (+3,351)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,253 miles
    Test number
    619939943265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,902 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,902 miles
    Test number
    106833512373
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail73,902 miles (+5,172)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,902 miles
    Test number
    377912012387
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass68,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,730 miles
    Test number
    406378901370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,730 miles (+6,479)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,730 miles
    Test number
    505797001321
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass62,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,251 miles
    Test number
    492788800415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail62,251 miles (+9,862)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,251 miles
    Test number
    400127300368
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass52,389 miles (+10,134)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,389 miles
    Test number
    813866899279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass42,255 miles (+8,145)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,255 miles
    Test number
    353031218282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass34,110 miles (+8,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,110 miles
    Test number
    601295107265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  29. Pass25,197 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    25,197 miles
    Test number
    370797606223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB03 DXC

Does LB03 DXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 DXC is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 DXC?
The MOT on LB03 DXC is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 DXC done?
LB03 DXC was recorded at 161,676 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 6,954 miles a year.
Has LB03 DXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 DXC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 DXC 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 DXC find?
LB03 DXC passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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