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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LB03 JHVMOT history

LB03 JHV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 104,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
104,869 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 JHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 JHV was last recorded at 104,869 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 8,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,791 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,078 miles
Average per year
4,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,869 miles
  • 2025 – 96,791 miles
  • 2024 – 87,160 miles
  • 2023 – 79,534 miles
  • 2022 – 75,456 miles
  • 2021 – 73,031 miles
  • 2020 – 70,926 miles
  • 2019 – 67,490 miles
  • 2018 – 60,328 miles
  • 2017 – 57,419 miles
  • 2016 – 53,868 miles
  • 2015 – 50,463 miles
  • 2014 – 46,423 miles
  • 2013 – 42,329 miles
  • 2012 – 39,065 miles
  • 2011 – 33,898 miles
  • 2010 – 28,252 miles
  • 2009 – 22,098 miles
  • 2008 – 16,204 miles
  • 2007 – 11,415 miles
  • 2006 – 7,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,869 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    554229228186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail104,869 miles (+8,078)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    723027863206
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass96,791 miles (+9,631)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,791 miles
    Test number
    883738288766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,160 miles (+7,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    87,160 miles
    Test number
    568177357867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass79,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,534 miles
    Test number
    307350716239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,534 miles (+4,078)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,534 miles
    Test number
    479785247113
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass75,456 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,456 miles
    Test number
    520053461039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,031 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,031 miles
    Test number
    552262949499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,926 miles
    Test number
    758425454073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,926 miles (+3,436)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,926 miles
    Test number
    405401441926
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass67,490 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    700414199726
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail67,490 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    778866374998
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass67,490 miles (+7,162)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    366521420380
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass60,328 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,328 miles
    Test number
    565995086201
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  15. Fail60,326 miles (+2,907)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,326 miles
    Test number
    644737476031
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  16. Pass57,419 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,419 miles
    Test number
    958743227425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail57,419 miles (+3,551)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,419 miles
    Test number
    183708661488
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass53,868 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,868 miles
    Test number
    649673000090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail53,868 miles (+3,405)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,868 miles
    Test number
    353290680958
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/70R14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass50,463 miles (+4,040)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,463 miles
    Test number
    217091365404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,423 miles (+4,094)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,423 miles
    Test number
    505064874184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Pass42,329 miles (+3,264)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,329 miles
    Test number
    176178673158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner tread

  23. Pass39,065 miles (+5,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,065 miles
    Test number
    965928872125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass33,898 miles (+5,646)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,898 miles
    Test number
    328365261109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,252 miles (+6,154)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,252 miles
    Test number
    794219750107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyre start cracking in outer wall.

  26. Fail22,098 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,098 miles
    Test number
    243497169429
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass22,098 miles (+5,894)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,098 miles
    Test number
    591527269125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,204 miles (+4,789)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,204 miles
    Test number
    324595268176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass11,415 miles (+4,327)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    11,415 miles
    Test number
    142654267195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Pass7,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    7,088 miles
    Test number
    583771176188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 JHV

Does LB03 JHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 JHV is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 JHV?
The MOT on LB03 JHV is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 JHV done?
LB03 JHV was recorded at 104,869 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 4,868 miles a year.
Has LB03 JHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 JHV has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 JHV 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 JHV find?
LB03 JHV passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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