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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB03 NHLMOT history

LB03 NHL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 92,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2023
Mileage
92,946 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 NHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 NHL was last recorded at 92,946 miles on 16 Sept 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,941 miles · 8 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,946 miles
  • 2021 – 85,462 miles
  • 2020 – 81,546 miles
  • 2019 – 75,784 miles
  • 2018 – 70,591 miles
  • 2017 – 69,664 miles
  • 2016 – 64,971 miles
  • 2015 – 62,494 miles
  • 2014 – 58,245 miles
  • 2013 – 51,917 miles
  • 2012 – 47,009 miles
  • 2011 – 41,074 miles
  • 2010 – 36,261 miles
  • 2009 – 31,541 miles
  • 2008 – 24,557 miles
  • 2007 – 18,739 miles
  • 2006 – 12,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,946 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,946 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,946 miles
    Test number
    513342780744
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  2. Fail92,941 miles (+7,479)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,941 miles
    Test number
    838288451162
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  3. Pass85,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,462 miles
    Test number
    870449468211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,456 miles (+3,910)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,456 miles
    Test number
    451270762659
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass81,546 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,546 miles
    Test number
    615643514388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,784 miles (+5,193)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    75,784 miles
    Test number
    827171903202
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,591 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,591 miles
    Test number
    964243716695
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate is cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection

  8. Fail70,591 miles (+927)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,591 miles
    Test number
    194468527745
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate is cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection

  9. Pass69,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,664 miles
    Test number
    656275294044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,664 miles (+4,693)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,664 miles
    Test number
    390065579916
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  11. Pass64,971 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,971 miles
    Test number
    810141481983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,494 miles (+4,249)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,494 miles
    Test number
    755279628469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,245 miles (+6,328)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,245 miles
    Test number
    447239144413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,917 miles (+4,908)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,917 miles
    Test number
    735982053330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,009 miles (+1,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    47,009 miles
    Test number
    496529152490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass45,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,947 miles
    Test number
    656425182173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail45,947 miles (+4,873)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,947 miles
    Test number
    847915682169
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass41,074 miles (+4,813)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,074 miles
    Test number
    648755771138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,261 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,261 miles
    Test number
    713205970176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,260 miles (+4,719)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,260 miles
    Test number
    330444570136
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped

  21. Pass31,541 miles (+6,984)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,541 miles
    Test number
    264125979120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,557 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,557 miles
    Test number
    414435568189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,739 miles (+6,019)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,739 miles
    Test number
    460233877103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,720 miles
    Test number
    530244276157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail12,720 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,720 miles
    Test number
    771314976119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about LB03 NHL

Does LB03 NHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 NHL expired on 24 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 NHL?
The MOT on LB03 NHL expired on 24 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 NHL done?
LB03 NHL was recorded at 92,946 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2022, an average of 4,942 miles a year.
Has LB03 NHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 NHL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 NHL 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 NHL find?
LB03 NHL passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: offside service brake binding but not excessively; brake pad warning light on.

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