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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB03 GFAMOT history

LB03 GFA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 38 MOT tests, with 119,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
119,733 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
38
22 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 GFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 GFA was last recorded at 119,733 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 7,611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,122 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,611 miles
Average per year
5,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,733 miles
  • 2025 – 112,122 miles
  • 2024 – 103,428 miles
  • 2023 – 92,784 miles
  • 2022 – 82,335 miles
  • 2021 – 75,739 miles
  • 2020 – 66,912 miles
  • 2019 – 54,776 miles
  • 2018 – 51,731 miles
  • 2017 – 44,642 miles
  • 2016 – 39,023 miles
  • 2015 – 34,874 miles
  • 2014 – 29,251 miles
  • 2013 – 22,585 miles
  • 2012 – 20,098 miles
  • 2011 – 18,949 miles
  • 2010 – 17,601 miles
  • 2009 – 16,653 miles
  • 2008 – 15,781 miles
  • 2007 – 15,181 miles
  • 2006 – 14,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,733 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • EML on

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,733 miles (+7,611)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    119,733 miles
    Test number
    526561488018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,122 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,122 miles
    Test number
    266238296547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on

  3. Fail112,120 miles (+8,692)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,120 miles
    Test number
    507648139650
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on

  4. Pass103,428 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,428 miles
    Test number
    416180425098
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6MM ADVISE REPLACEMENT ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And heavily perished (date stamped 2004) (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail103,425 miles (+10,641)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,425 miles
    Test number
    947519404801
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6MM ADVISE REPLACEMENT ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And heavily perished (date stamped 2004) (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass92,784 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    196065387656
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail92,784 miles (+10,449)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    448981459125
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass82,335 miles (+32)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    629004627738
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail82,303 miles (+6,564)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,303 miles
    Test number
    722063852238
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass75,739 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,739 miles
    Test number
    287557260820
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail75,729 miles (+8,817)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    396000137836
    • MajorEmissions not tested vehicle overheated whilst carrying out full cat test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass66,912 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,912 miles
    Test number
    190447535994
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - low both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail66,912 miles (+624)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,912 miles
    Test number
    161335071874
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - low both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail66,288 miles (+11,512)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,288 miles
    Test number
    210843709958
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass54,776 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    470134460630
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail54,776 miles (+3,045)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    366977805904
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass51,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,731 miles
    Test number
    862842873437
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail51,731 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,731 miles
    Test number
    446804702438
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail51,731 miles (+7,089)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,731 miles
    Test number
    534402933201
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass44,642 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    44,642 miles
    Test number
    579199324469
    • AdvisoryNail in osr tyre
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre tread down to 2/3 mm
    • AdvisoryOil leaking
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail44,642 miles (+5,619)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,642 miles
    Test number
    477166330001
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNail in osr tyre
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre tread down to 2/3 mm
    • AdvisoryOil leaking
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass39,023 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    105320916160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on edges - 165/70 14

  23. Fail39,023 miles (+4,149)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    215934771757
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp by indicator (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp by indicator (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on edges - 165/70 14

  24. Pass34,874 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,874 miles
    Test number
    208968933372
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing out on edges (165/70 14)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel slightly binding

  25. Fail34,874 miles (+5,623)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,874 miles
    Test number
    507069913989
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing out on edges (165/70 14)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel slightly binding

  26. Pass29,251 miles (+6,666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,251 miles
    Test number
    488162914201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass22,585 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    22,585 miles
    Test number
    877217423296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail22,534 miles (+2,436)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,534 miles
    Test number
    666324623231
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  29. Pass20,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    20,098 miles
    Test number
    826539422201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail20,098 miles (+10)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,098 miles
    Test number
    947519622274
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass20,088 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,088 miles
    Test number
    507836232105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail20,078 miles (+1,129)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,078 miles
    Test number
    265173532101
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  33. Pass18,949 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,949 miles
    Test number
    459091331108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass17,601 miles (+948)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    17,601 miles
    Test number
    530679810128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHand brake to offside not on stop calliper

  35. Pass16,653 miles (+872)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,653 miles
    Test number
    291003239405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracking on outer shoulder

  36. Pass15,781 miles (+600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,781 miles
    Test number
    724373228125
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  37. Pass15,181 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    15,181 miles
    Test number
    521175737110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Pass14,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,680 miles
    Test number
    300734646100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LB03 GFA

Does LB03 GFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 GFA is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 GFA?
The MOT on LB03 GFA is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 GFA done?
LB03 GFA was recorded at 119,733 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 5,172 miles a year.
Has LB03 GFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 GFA has failed 16 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 GFA 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 GFA find?
LB03 GFA passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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