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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LB03 PCZMOT history

LB03 PCZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 81,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
81,617 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 PCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 PCZ was last recorded at 81,617 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,594 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,617 miles
  • 2025 – 74,474 miles
  • 2024 – 67,759 miles
  • 2023 – 66,703 miles
  • 2022 – 66,070 miles
  • 2021 – 65,748 miles
  • 2019 – 64,864 miles
  • 2018 – 61,977 miles
  • 2017 – 57,919 miles
  • 2016 – 55,215 miles
  • 2015 – 53,290 miles
  • 2014 – 47,271 miles
  • 2013 – 42,046 miles
  • 2012 – 36,402 miles
  • 2011 – 29,801 miles
  • 2010 – 20,011 miles
  • 2009 – 16,114 miles
  • 2008 – 14,066 miles
  • 2007 – 11,834 miles
  • 2006 – 8,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,617 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • N/s/r wheel bearing is slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,617 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    81,617 miles
    Test number
    267670387477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  2. Fail81,594 miles (+7,120)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,594 miles
    Test number
    266024319351
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,474 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    74,474 miles
    Test number
    154576041995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil only just acceptable ..will require attention (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  4. Fail74,474 miles (+6,715)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,474 miles
    Test number
    578454149278
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil only just acceptable ..will require attention (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  5. Pass67,759 miles (+1,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    67,759 miles
    Test number
    556149663894
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass66,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    182317432748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail66,703 miles (+633)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    763195733305
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass66,070 miles (+322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    66,070 miles
    Test number
    285609341154
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass65,748 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,748 miles
    Test number
    755375754422
    • 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))

  10. Fail65,743 miles (+879)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,743 miles
    Test number
    201385639436
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass64,864 miles (+2,887)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,864 miles
    Test number
    753319625337
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking around edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  12. Pass61,977 miles (+4,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,977 miles
    Test number
    581106490235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass57,919 miles (+2,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,919 miles
    Test number
    845912343098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel bearing is slightly noisy

  14. Pass55,215 miles (+1,925)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,215 miles
    Test number
    487499345979
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel bearing is slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryWiper blades are deteriorated

  15. Fail53,290 miles1 repaired2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,290 miles
    Test number
    377324635187
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on outer edge
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteNearside front brake pad warning wire broken
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner edge

  16. Pass53,290 miles (+6,019)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,290 miles
    Test number
    457404135139
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on outer edge
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteNearside front brake pad warning wire broken
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner edge

  17. Pass47,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,271 miles
    Test number
    825240234165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,271 miles (+5,225)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,271 miles
    Test number
    836730334142
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass42,046 miles (+5,644)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,046 miles
    Test number
    205500373148
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass36,402 miles (+6,601)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,402 miles
    Test number
    808719852134
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBattery cover fitted

  21. Pass29,801 miles (+9,790)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,801 miles
    Test number
    407397351146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteVehicle has large under-body covers fitted making it difficult to inspect

  22. Pass20,011 miles (+3,897)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,011 miles
    Test number
    614345460126
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  23. Pass16,114 miles (+2,048)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,114 miles
    Test number
    701629859188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  24. Pass14,066 miles (+2,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,066 miles
    Test number
    333441668183
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass11,834 miles (+3,473)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    11,834 miles
    Test number
    821880077108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    8,361 miles
    Test number
    614737366148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 PCZ

Does LB03 PCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 PCZ is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 PCZ?
The MOT on LB03 PCZ is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 PCZ done?
LB03 PCZ was recorded at 81,617 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 3,657 miles a year.
Has LB03 PCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 PCZ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 PCZ 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 PCZ find?
LB03 PCZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear axle beam corroded.

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