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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB03 VLRMOT history

LB03 VLR is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2025
Mileage
129,835 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VLR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VLR was last recorded at 129,835 miles on 24 Feb 2024, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,729 miles · 17 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
7,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,835 miles
  • 2022 – 123,731 miles
  • 2021 – 119,597 miles
  • 2020 – 115,585 miles
  • 2019 – 110,754 miles
  • 2018 – 107,789 miles
  • 2017 – 103,704 miles
  • 2016 – 100,049 miles
  • 2015 – 95,118 miles
  • 2014 – 77,133 miles
  • 2013 – 59,858 miles
  • 2012 – 41,640 miles
  • 2011 – 23,999 miles
  • 2010 – 13,088 miles
  • 2009 – 12,107 miles
  • 2008 – 11,152 miles
  • 2007 – 9,824 miles
  • 2006 – 5,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,835 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Casing missing + glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust sleeve corroding away

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,835 miles (+106)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,835 miles
    Test number
    491107032445
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Casing missing + glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail129,729 miles (+5,998)4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,729 miles
    Test number
    468306646911
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Casing missing + glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,731 miles (+42)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,731 miles
    Test number
    846876061220
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve corroding away
    • AdvisoryFoot brake travel long and spongy

  4. Fail123,689 miles (+4,092)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,689 miles
    Test number
    988602236060
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve corroding away

  5. Pass119,597 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,597 miles
    Test number
    558496391028
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail119,596 miles (+4,011)3 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,596 miles
    Test number
    937959271239
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass115,585 miles (+4,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,585 miles
    Test number
    916002310565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,754 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,754 miles
    Test number
    243044008010
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  9. Fail110,752 miles (+2,963)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,752 miles
    Test number
    336812042348
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  10. Pass107,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,789 miles
    Test number
    169554964984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail107,789 miles (+4,085)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,789 miles
    Test number
    749397408076
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass103,704 miles (+3,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    103,704 miles
    Test number
    532440514002
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both devoid of tread on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Devoid of tread on inside edge and going out of shape (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass100,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,049 miles
    Test number
    513729590797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,049 miles (+4,931)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,049 miles
    Test number
    459915428643
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass95,118 miles (+17,985)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,118 miles
    Test number
    638248545144
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass77,133 miles (+17,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    677500354144
    • 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)

  17. Pass59,858 miles (+18,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,858 miles
    Test number
    835712063199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass41,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    41,640 miles
    Test number
    186094362135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,640 miles (+17,641)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,640 miles
    Test number
    549384162183
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass23,999 miles (+10,911)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,999 miles
    Test number
    786644541102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass13,088 miles (+981)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    13,088 miles
    Test number
    290146960162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,107 miles (+955)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    12,107 miles
    Test number
    322067169150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,152 miles
    Test number
    233298968415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail11,152 miles (+1,328)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,152 miles
    Test number
    954405068140
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass9,824 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,824 miles
    Test number
    182065067124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass5,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    5,701 miles
    Test number
    383593666180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VLR

Does LB03 VLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VLR expired on 23 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VLR?
The MOT on LB03 VLR expired on 23 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VLR done?
LB03 VLR was recorded at 129,835 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2024, an average of 7,012 miles a year.
Has LB03 VLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VLR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 VLR 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 VLR find?
LB03 VLR passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing missing + glass damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass damaged; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits.

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