
Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc
LB03 NBNMOT history
LB03 NBN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 168,886 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 27 Jul 2024
- Mileage
- 168,886 mi
- At MOT on 28 Jul 2023
- MOT tests
- 32
- 18 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 8,657 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB03 NBN
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,200 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 26 Jun 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Jul 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB03 NBN was last recorded at 168,886 miles on 28 Jul 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 168,879 miles · 25 Jul 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 7 miles
- Average per year
- 8,657 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 168,886 miles
- 2022 – 162,435 miles
- 2021 – 160,636 miles
- 2020 – 154,948 miles
- 2019 – 146,045 miles
- 2018 – 140,434 miles
- 2017 – 135,690 miles
- 2016 – 132,257 miles
- 2015 – 118,136 miles
- 2014 – 100,815 miles
- 2013 – 81,497 miles
- 2012 – 71,551 miles
- 2011 – 64,161 miles
- 2010 – 57,034 miles
- 2009 – 50,013 miles
- 2008 – 43,091 miles
- 2007 – 30,833 miles
- 2006 – 21,059 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryFront Wipers dont go into the park poistion without manually doing it on the switchRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
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.
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022
Engine cover/under trays fitted
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
32 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass168,886 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 168,886 miles
- Test number
- 568132802098
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Wipers dont go into the park poistion without manually doing it on the switch
Fail168,879 miles (+423)2 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,879 miles
- Test number
- 167554859181
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Wipers dont go into the park poistion without manually doing it on the switch
Fail168,456 miles (+6,021)4 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,456 miles
- Test number
- 283608702899
- MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Wipers don't self park (3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass162,435 miles (+4)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 162,435 miles
- Test number
- 715774237306
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryEngine cover/under trays fitted
- AdvisoryEpc light on /none testable
Fail162,431 miles (+1,795)3 dangerous6 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,431 miles
- Test number
- 289052480699
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread separation (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively pipe to cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryEngine cover/under trays fitted
- AdvisoryEpc light on /none testable
Pass160,636 miles (+209)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 160,636 miles
- Test number
- 649496997869
- AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaiter just secure
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryEngine cover/under trays fitted
- AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel
Fail160,427 miles (+5,479)1 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,427 miles
- Test number
- 368658643841
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb and reflector insecure (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaiter just secure
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryEngine cover/under trays fitted
- AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel
Pass154,948 miles (+8,903)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 154,948 miles
- Test number
- 754610755462
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass146,045 miles (+5,611)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 146,045 miles
- Test number
- 781194607542
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass140,434 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 140,434 miles
- Test number
- 185191330254
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail140,434 miles (+4,744)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,434 miles
- Test number
- 697429789047
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass135,690 miles (+12)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 135,690 miles
- Test number
- 774526571688
- AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrules corroded
Fail135,678 miles (+3,421)1 dangerous12 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,678 miles
- Test number
- 832834345901
- DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated damaged and insecure (6.3.1d)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn smooth on inner edge and cut (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect dipped beam (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect main beam (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking FILTER UNDER REAR BODY (7.2.3)
- FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrules corroded
Pass132,257 miles10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 132,257 miles
- Test number
- 581079858744
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers insecure
- AdvisoryBrake servo pipe split but not leaking
- AdvisoryFront flexey joint outer cover breaking up
- AdvisoryFuel filter damp
- AdvisoryHand brake travel
- AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber casing corroding
- AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on 2mm but less to edges
- AdvisoryOffside front seat don't recline handle missing
- AdvisoryRotation noise to nearside rear when spun
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
Fail132,257 miles (+14,121)4 failures10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,257 miles
- Test number
- 767625127357
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers insecure
- AdvisoryBrake servo pipe split but not leaking
- AdvisoryFront flexey joint outer cover breaking up
- AdvisoryFuel filter damp
- AdvisoryHand brake travel
- AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber casing corroding
- AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on 2mm but less to edges
- AdvisoryOffside front seat don't recline handle missing
- AdvisoryRotation noise to nearside rear when spun
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
Pass118,136 miles (+62)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 118,136 miles
- Test number
- 518330295138
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteO/s/f seat tilt inoperative
Fail118,074 miles (+17,259)10 failures3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,074 miles
- Test number
- 927870285158
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- 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)
- FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon 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)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteO/s/f seat tilt inoperative
Pass100,815 miles (+175)8 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 100,815 miles
- Test number
- 125413684154
- NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to split
- NoteBoth rear shock absorber dustcover insucure
- NoteExhaust corroding
- NoteExhaust front flexy joint starting to break up
- NoteFront number plate damaged
- NoteFuel filter corroding
- NoteNearside front tyre on 3mm of tread
- NoteOffside front seat recline lever missing
Fail100,640 miles (+19,143)5 failures8 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,640 miles
- Test number
- 975979174127
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to split
- NoteBoth rear shock absorber dustcover insucure
- NoteExhaust corroding
- NoteExhaust front flexy joint starting to break up
- NoteFront number plate damaged
- NoteFuel filter corroding
- NoteNearside front tyre on 3mm of tread
- NoteOffside front seat recline lever missing
Fail81,497 miles3 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,497 miles
- Test number
- 127740283112
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass81,497 miles (+9,946)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 81,497 miles
- Test number
- 215950083447
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass71,551 miles (+7,390)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 71,551 miles
- Test number
- 269066782181
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
Pass64,161 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 64,161 miles
- Test number
- 239368981476
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail64,158 miles (+7,124)7 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,158 miles
- Test number
- 979717681151
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass57,034 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 57,034 miles
- Test number
- 324553270135
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail57,034 miles (+7,021)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,034 miles
- Test number
- 792422170170
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Fail50,013 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,013 miles
- Test number
- 390766179192
- Repaired at testFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
- Repaired at testRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteO/s/f door pin worn
Pass50,013 miles (+6,922)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 50,013 miles
- Test number
- 810606279182
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteO/s/f door pin worn
Pass43,091 miles (+12,258)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 43,091 miles
- Test number
- 160236978190
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,833 miles (+9,774)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 30,833 miles
- Test number
- 923772477178
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail21,059 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 21,059 miles
- Test number
- 401671486140
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass21,059 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 21,059 miles
- Test number
- 663501786118
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Questions about LB03 NBN
- Does LB03 NBN currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB03 NBN expired on 27 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB03 NBN?
- The MOT on LB03 NBN expired on 27 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB03 NBN done?
- LB03 NBN was recorded at 168,886 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2023, an average of 8,657 miles a year.
- Has LB03 NBN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB03 NBN has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2023.
- Has the mileage on LB03 NBN 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 NBN find?
- LB03 NBN passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front wipers dont go into the park poistion without manually doing it on the switch.
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