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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB03 VKTMOT history

LB03 VKT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 74,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2023
Mileage
74,345 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VKT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VKT was last recorded at 74,345 miles on 8 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,345 miles · 5 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,345 miles
  • 2020 – 72,911 miles
  • 2019 – 68,047 miles
  • 2018 – 62,399 miles
  • 2017 – 58,003 miles
  • 2016 – 51,317 miles
  • 2015 – 40,474 miles
  • 2014 – 40,464 miles
  • 2013 – 37,085 miles
  • 2011 – 32,007 miles
  • 2010 – 26,100 miles
  • 2009 – 21,312 miles
  • 2008 – 18,097 miles
  • 2006 – 13,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,345 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,345 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,345 miles
    Test number
    467400869794
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail74,345 miles (+1,434)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,345 miles
    Test number
    885686887309
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass72,911 miles (+4,864)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,911 miles
    Test number
    863854812133
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass68,047 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,047 miles
    Test number
    839810086502
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail68,042 miles (+5,643)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,042 miles
    Test number
    122696175298
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass62,399 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,399 miles
    Test number
    325357640498
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake imballanced

  7. Fail62,399 miles (+4,396)3 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,399 miles
    Test number
    171840007147
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake imballanced

  8. Pass58,003 miles (+6,686)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,003 miles
    Test number
    655962242133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    51,317 miles
    Test number
    725928195589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,317 miles (+10,843)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,317 miles
    Test number
    470697993303
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass40,474 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    40,474 miles
    Test number
    424532226761
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryManagement light noticed

  12. Pass40,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,464 miles
    Test number
    118404624219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail40,464 miles (+3,379)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,464 miles
    Test number
    467664624261
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass37,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,085 miles
    Test number
    195044623459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,085 miles (+5,078)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,085 miles
    Test number
    809513923037
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass32,007 miles (+5,907)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,007 miles
    Test number
    998277931294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,100 miles (+4,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    26,100 miles
    Test number
    863515020093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass21,312 miles (+3,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,312 miles
    Test number
    883607619022
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass18,097 miles (+4,539)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,097 miles
    Test number
    130650238062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,558 miles
    Test number
    711620786194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VKT

Does LB03 VKT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VKT expired on 7 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VKT?
The MOT on LB03 VKT expired on 7 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VKT done?
LB03 VKT was recorded at 74,345 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2022, an average of 3,773 miles a year.
Has LB03 VKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VKT has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 VKT 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 VKT find?
LB03 VKT passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2022 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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