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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB03 PDKMOT history

LB03 PDK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 94,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,143 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 PDK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 PDK was last recorded at 94,143 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 5,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,874 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,269 miles
Average per year
4,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,143 miles
  • 2024 – 88,874 miles
  • 2023 – 84,279 miles
  • 2022 – 79,456 miles
  • 2021 – 72,416 miles
  • 2020 – 65,411 miles
  • 2019 – 57,673 miles
  • 2018 – 49,210 miles
  • 2017 – 40,977 miles
  • 2016 – 38,925 miles
  • 2015 – 30,329 miles
  • 2014 – 24,011 miles
  • 2013 – 22,082 miles
  • 2012 – 19,727 miles
  • 2010 – 17,721 miles
  • 2009 – 14,445 miles
  • 2008 – 12,816 miles
  • 2007 – 10,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,143 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Undertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Wheel trims fitted, unable to clearly view brakes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,143 miles (+5,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,143 miles
    Test number
    959905967719
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,874 miles
    Test number
    769184505869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust cover loose

  3. Fail88,874 miles (+4,595)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,874 miles
    Test number
    255213864187
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust cover loose

  4. Pass84,279 miles (+4,823)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    364937165844
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective cover coming away from box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass79,456 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,456 miles
    Test number
    508770913381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding coming apart ( change before tracking and tyres) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding coming apart (advise changing before tyres and tracking) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin breaking away due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair advise brake inspection (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail79,455 miles (+7,039)2 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,455 miles
    Test number
    153737358626
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tracking check advised after new tyre fitted (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm advise tracking checked after tyre replaced (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated outer case split showing cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding coming apart ( change before tracking and tyres) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit today requires changing asap. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding coming apart (advise changing before tyres and tracking) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin breaking away due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair advise brake inspection (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass72,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,416 miles
    Test number
    575899906271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,416 miles (+7,005)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,416 miles
    Test number
    172872700183
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass65,411 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,411 miles
    Test number
    188924094861
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Nail in tyre Tread
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Fail65,411 miles (+7,738)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,411 miles
    Test number
    255003345452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Nail in tyre Tread
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass57,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,673 miles
    Test number
    435668577146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,673 miles (+8,463)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,673 miles
    Test number
    947957132737
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass49,210 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,210 miles
    Test number
    200506027756
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Fail49,191 miles (+8,214)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,191 miles
    Test number
    804598312437
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass40,977 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,977 miles
    Test number
    311196443361
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryNoted minor play at steering wheel

  16. Fail40,977 miles (+2,052)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,977 miles
    Test number
    403295337736
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryNoted minor play at steering wheel

  17. Pass38,925 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,925 miles
    Test number
    676092934972
    • AdvisoryUndertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted, unable to clearly view brakes.

  18. Fail38,872 miles (+8,543)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,872 miles
    Test number
    942687846367
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement recommend replace (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted, unable to clearly view brakes.

  19. Pass30,329 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,329 miles
    Test number
    995939745154
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteWheel trims fitted inner and outer brake pads not seen

  20. Fail30,329 miles (+6,318)3 dangerous4 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,329 miles
    Test number
    309259245151
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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 brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteWheel trims fitted inner and outer brake pads not seen

  21. Pass24,011 miles (+10)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,011 miles
    Test number
    295788254178
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear indicators discoloured slightly
    • NoteWheel trims

  22. Fail24,001 miles (+1,919)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,001 miles
    Test number
    406927854102
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEml light on
    • NoteRear indicators discoloured slightly
    • NoteWheel trims

  23. Pass22,082 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    22,082 miles
    Test number
    759379723170
    • NoteFront tyres unevenly worn

  24. Fail22,082 miles (+2,355)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,082 miles
    Test number
    695728823167
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres unevenly worn

  25. Pass19,727 miles (+2,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,727 miles
    Test number
    998911202182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass17,721 miles (+3,276)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,721 miles
    Test number
    691720800218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,445 miles (+1,629)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    14,445 miles
    Test number
    564833259168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass12,816 miles (+1,876)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    12,816 miles
    Test number
    540649848174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass10,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    10,940 miles
    Test number
    784594097094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 PDK

Does LB03 PDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 PDK is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 PDK?
The MOT on LB03 PDK is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 PDK done?
LB03 PDK was recorded at 94,143 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 4,449 miles a year.
Has LB03 PDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 PDK has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 PDK 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 PDK find?
LB03 PDK passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front; nearside front sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened.

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