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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,400 cc

LB03 NDUMOT history

LB03 NDU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2017 and it has passed 9 of 18 MOT tests, with 60,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2017
Mileage
60,614 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2023
MOT tests
18
9 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 NDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2017
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB03 NDU was last recorded at 60,614 miles on 8 Jul 2023, 614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,000 miles · 25 May 2017
Between the last two tests
614 miles
Average per year
2,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 60,614 miles
  • 2017 – 60,000 miles
  • 2016 – 59,990 miles
  • 2015 – 59,485 miles
  • 2013 – 42,541 miles
  • 2012 – 28,384 miles
  • 2010 – 20,337 miles
  • 2009 – 19,371 miles
  • 2008 – 17,516 miles
  • 2007 – 14,036 miles
  • 2006 – 10,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail60,614 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail60,614 miles (+614)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,614 miles
    Test number
    915355934730
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail60,000 miles (+10)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,000 miles
    Test number
    218520597575
    • 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)

  3. Pass59,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,990 miles
    Test number
    360702830407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  4. Fail59,990 miles (+2)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,990 miles
    Test number
    875558996217
    • FailureNearside Front 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Fail59,988 miles (+45)3 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,988 miles
    Test number
    167078244335
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • DangerousBraking system leaking Abs pump (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroding

  6. Fail59,943 miles (+458)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,943 miles
    Test number
    102404347034
    • 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 Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour indcator (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour indicator (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 1/4 panel has dent
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leaks

  7. Pass59,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,485 miles
    Test number
    588232695048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail59,485 miles (+16,944)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,485 miles
    Test number
    189886585097
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass42,541 miles (+14,157)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,541 miles
    Test number
    169559553433
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn

  10. Pass28,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    28,384 miles
    Test number
    277716252043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,384 miles (+8,047)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,384 miles
    Test number
    839336252030
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBattery detiorated
    • NoteEng. man . light on

  12. Pass20,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,337 miles
    Test number
    983989030157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail20,337 miles (+966)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,337 miles
    Test number
    763888630148
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  14. Pass19,371 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,371 miles
    Test number
    442861569122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    17,516 miles
    Test number
    374609878154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail17,516 miles (+3,480)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,516 miles
    Test number
    981899478104
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass14,036 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,036 miles
    Test number
    871547457109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass10,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    10,560 miles
    Test number
    932516856131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 NDU

Does LB03 NDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 NDU expired on 25 May 2017, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 NDU?
The MOT on LB03 NDU expired on 25 May 2017. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 NDU done?
LB03 NDU was recorded at 60,614 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2023, an average of 2,929 miles a year.
Has LB03 NDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 NDU has failed 9 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 NDU 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 NDU find?
LB03 NDU failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2023 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; front electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 1 more.

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