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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB03 UOLMOT history

LB03 UOL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 121,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
121,505 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 UOL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 UOL was last recorded at 121,505 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 15,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,402 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
15,103 miles
Average per year
5,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,505 miles
  • 2025 – 106,402 miles
  • 2024 – 94,079 miles
  • 2023 – 91,114 miles
  • 2022 – 88,660 miles
  • 2021 – 88,143 miles
  • 2019 – 87,569 miles
  • 2018 – 85,373 miles
  • 2017 – 83,091 miles
  • 2016 – 79,794 miles
  • 2015 – 75,129 miles
  • 2014 – 71,662 miles
  • 2013 – 66,193 miles
  • 2012 – 61,558 miles
  • 2011 – 56,737 miles
  • 2010 – 52,282 miles
  • 2009 – 46,300 miles
  • 2008 – 40,495 miles
  • 2007 – 30,020 miles
  • 2006 – 21,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,505 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,505 miles (+15,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    121,505 miles
    Test number
    896721259638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass106,402 miles (+12,323)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,402 miles
    Test number
    589232251492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,079 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    94,079 miles
    Test number
    527026728052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,114 miles (+2,454)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,114 miles
    Test number
    276799678043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,660 miles (+517)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,660 miles
    Test number
    621951619459
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,143 miles (+574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,143 miles
    Test number
    374080939380
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass87,569 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,569 miles
    Test number
    386945036835
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail87,569 miles (+2,196)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,569 miles
    Test number
    128434935074
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass85,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,373 miles
    Test number
    867020105980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail85,373 miles (+2,282)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,373 miles
    Test number
    172723569570
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,091 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,091 miles
    Test number
    581036174768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,003 miles (+3,209)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,003 miles
    Test number
    231084360380
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass79,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,794 miles
    Test number
    712717791198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,794 miles (+4,665)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,794 miles
    Test number
    195532929159
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

  15. Pass75,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,129 miles
    Test number
    592376979630
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on
    • AdvisorySome lights in centre brake lamp not working

  16. Fail75,129 miles (+3,467)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,129 miles
    Test number
    583078687451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on
    • AdvisorySome lights in centre brake lamp not working

  17. Fail71,662 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,662 miles
    Test number
    177921924231
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  18. Pass71,662 miles (+5,469)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,662 miles
    Test number
    986981024247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Pass66,193 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,193 miles
    Test number
    237025433218
    • NoteE.M.L ON
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f wishbone rear bush split needs changing a,s,a,p

  20. Fail66,193 miles (+4,635)1 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,193 miles
    Test number
    488335133224
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteE.M.L ON
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f wishbone rear bush split needs changing a,s,a,p

  21. Pass61,558 miles (+4,821)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,558 miles
    Test number
    216652452298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Pass56,737 miles (+79)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,737 miles
    Test number
    338378311414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  23. Fail56,658 miles (+4,376)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,658 miles
    Test number
    366603311416
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  24. Pass52,282 miles (+5,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,282 miles
    Test number
    771480480173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass46,300 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    122217979167
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low
    • NoteOffside front tyre under inflated and has a nail in the inner tread

  26. Fail46,300 miles (+5,805)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    144987379150
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low
    • NoteOffside front tyre under inflated and has a nail in the inner tread

  27. Pass40,495 miles (+10,475)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,495 miles
    Test number
    133049168184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,020 miles (+8,976)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,020 miles
    Test number
    350639067182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,044 miles
    Test number
    333657776155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 UOL

Does LB03 UOL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 UOL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 UOL?
The MOT on LB03 UOL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 UOL done?
LB03 UOL was recorded at 121,505 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 5,068 miles a year.
Has LB03 UOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 UOL has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LB03 UOL 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 UOL find?
LB03 UOL passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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