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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB03 UDPMOT history

LB03 UDP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2023
Mileage
96,469 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 UDP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 UDP was last recorded at 96,469 miles on 17 Dec 2021, 14,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,727 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
14,742 miles
Average per year
5,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 96,469 miles
  • 2020 – 81,727 miles
  • 2019 – 70,044 miles
  • 2018 – 55,395 miles
  • 2017 – 43,816 miles
  • 2016 – 41,005 miles
  • 2015 – 36,650 miles
  • 2014 – 31,424 miles
  • 2012 – 25,603 miles
  • 2011 – 25,049 miles
  • 2010 – 24,181 miles
  • 2009 – 22,728 miles
  • 2008 – 21,035 miles
  • 2007 – 18,207 miles
  • 2006 – 14,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,469 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,469 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,469 miles
    Test number
    496115771506
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail96,469 miles (+14,742)4 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,469 miles
    Test number
    290569740969
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass81,727 miles (+11,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    482092017023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass70,044 miles (+14,649)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,044 miles
    Test number
    828138482743
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  5. Pass55,395 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,395 miles
    Test number
    763830516676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,393 miles (+11,577)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,393 miles
    Test number
    202109059770
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass43,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    43,816 miles
    Test number
    613968716465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail43,816 miles (+2,811)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,816 miles
    Test number
    516358207605
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect No pattern (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  9. Pass41,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,005 miles
    Test number
    597475406632
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  10. Fail41,005 miles (+4,355)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,005 miles
    Test number
    359373682992
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass36,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    440001545201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail36,650 miles (+5,226)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    433408596367
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  13. Pass31,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    31,424 miles
    Test number
    856554164398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail31,424 miles (+3,910)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,424 miles
    Test number
    808314964340
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine has a missfire
  15. Pass27,514 miles (+1,911)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    27,514 miles
    Test number
    355973904034
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass25,603 miles (+554)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,603 miles
    Test number
    855430402346
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished
  17. Pass25,049 miles (+868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    25,049 miles
    Test number
    495685901416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass24,181 miles (+1,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,181 miles
    Test number
    104072320250
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass22,728 miles (+1,693)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,728 miles
    Test number
    682257569129
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.
  20. Pass21,035 miles (+2,828)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,035 miles
    Test number
    233357078493
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges.
  21. Pass18,207 miles (+3,404)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,207 miles
    Test number
    523911777147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,803 miles
    Test number
    374557076178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 UDP

Does LB03 UDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 UDP expired on 2 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 UDP?
The MOT on LB03 UDP expired on 2 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 UDP done?
LB03 UDP was recorded at 96,469 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2021, an average of 5,277 miles a year.
Has LB03 UDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 UDP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 UDP 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 UDP find?
LB03 UDP passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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