
Volkswagen Polo
Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc
LB03 VKWMOT history
LB03 VKW is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 200,524 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 13 Oct 2023
- Mileage
- 200,524 mi
- At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
- MOT tests
- 28
- 16 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 8,754 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB03 VKW
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 8 Jul 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Oct 2022 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB03 VKW was last recorded at 200,524 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 200,520 miles · 3 Oct 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 4 miles
- Average per year
- 8,754 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 200,524 miles
- 2021 – 197,278 miles
- 2020 – 177,550 miles
- 2019 – 160,188 miles
- 2017 – 151,586 miles
- 2016 – 143,256 miles
- 2015 – 136,020 miles
- 2014 – 130,216 miles
- 2013 – 120,055 miles
- 2012 – 112,264 miles
- 2011 – 102,532 miles
- 2010 – 94,358 miles
- 2009 – 82,730 miles
- 2008 – 71,660 miles
- 2007 – 67,668 miles
- 2006 – 59,112 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump plug leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
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.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022
Warning light on dash
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
28 tests since 19 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass200,524 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 200,524 miles
- Test number
- 569322555204
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump plug leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail200,520 miles (+3,242)4 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,520 miles
- Test number
- 319971023506
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass197,278 miles (+4)2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 197,278 miles
- Test number
- 799321713536
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fail197,274 miles (+19,724)4 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 197,274 miles
- Test number
- 301560836136
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass177,550 miles (+17,362)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 177,550 miles
- Test number
- 414228481550
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass160,188 miles9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 160,188 miles
- Test number
- 643676884774
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV gaiter deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV gaiter deteriorating
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slow to return
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySpare tyre defective
- AdvisoryWarning light on dash
- AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage
Fail160,188 miles (+8,602)1 dangerous8 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,188 miles
- Test number
- 893601561832
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV gaiter deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV gaiter deteriorating
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slow to return
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySpare tyre defective
- AdvisoryWarning light on dash
- AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage
Pass151,586 miles (+92)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 151,586 miles
- Test number
- 392136606033
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryWarning light on dash
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail151,494 miles (+8,238)7 failures9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,494 miles
- Test number
- 309189530613
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Main beam (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureRear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryWaring light on dash
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass143,256 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 143,256 miles
- Test number
- 545976820464
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail143,253 miles (+7,233)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,253 miles
- Test number
- 923640429618
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect main beam (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
Pass136,020 miles (+2)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 136,020 miles
- Test number
- 667219861387
- AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted
- AdvisoryOffside Rear child seat fitted
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryAuxillary belt deteriorated
- AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
- AdvisoryHandbrake lever out of adjustment
Fail136,018 miles (+5,802)6 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,018 miles
- Test number
- 289994938458
- FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower back suspension arm rubber bush incorrectly fitted
- AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted
- AdvisoryOffside Rear child seat fitted
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryAuxillary belt deteriorated
- AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
- AdvisoryHandbrake lever out of adjustment
Pass130,216 miles (+10,161)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 130,216 miles
- Test number
- 777808514388
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Pass120,055 miles (+37)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 120,055 miles
- Test number
- 276109863211
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail120,018 miles (+7,754)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,018 miles
- Test number
- 189907663294
- FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
- FailureFront suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteBrake pad warning light stays on
- NoteLong travel on hand brake lever
Pass112,264 miles (+9,732)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 112,264 miles
- Test number
- 246551412310
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Fail102,532 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,532 miles
- Test number
- 369166311376
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- NoteRear silencer box outer casing deteriorated
- NoteUndertrays fitted to vehicle preventing full inspection of testable items
Pass102,532 miles (+8,174)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 102,532 miles
- Test number
- 918146111369
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- NoteRear silencer box outer casing deteriorated
- NoteUndertrays fitted to vehicle preventing full inspection of testable items
Pass94,358 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 94,358 miles
- Test number
- 473099000383
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail94,358 miles (+11,628)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,358 miles
- Test number
- 474236600392
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass82,730 miles2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 82,730 miles
- Test number
- 461599989279
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- NoteLong travel at parking brake lever
- NoteNs front brake pad wear indicator dis connected
- NoteOs & ns front shock absorbers worn
- NoteOs & ns rear shock absorber dust covers split away
Fail82,730 miles (+11,070)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,730 miles
- Test number
- 714819389231
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- NoteLong travel at parking brake lever
- NoteNs front brake pad wear indicator dis connected
- NoteOs & ns front shock absorbers worn
- NoteOs & ns rear shock absorber dust covers split away
Pass71,660 miles (+3,992)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 71,660 miles
- Test number
- 342931288444
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteHandbrake reserve travel very close to limit
- NoteNearside front and offside rear tyres worn on edges
- NoteOffside front tyre worn very close to limit on inner edge
Pass67,668 miles1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 67,668 miles
- Test number
- 561580697287
- 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 imbalance slightly high
- NoteHandbrake reserve travel close to limit
- NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
Fail67,668 miles (+8,556)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,668 miles
- Test number
- 582750797273
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- 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 imbalance slightly high
- NoteHandbrake reserve travel close to limit
- NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
Pass59,112 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 20 Aug 2007
- Odometer
- 59,112 miles
- Test number
- 900173336288
- NoteHigh level brake light half of lamp only working.
Fail59,112 miles2 dangerous6 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,112 miles
- Test number
- 283541536261
- DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- NoteHigh level brake light only half of bulbs working
Questions about LB03 VKW
- Does LB03 VKW currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB03 VKW expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB03 VKW?
- The MOT on LB03 VKW expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB03 VKW done?
- LB03 VKW was recorded at 200,524 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 8,754 miles a year.
- Has LB03 VKW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB03 VKW has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
- Has the mileage on LB03 VKW 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 VKW find?
- LB03 VKW passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle, and 2 more.
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