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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB03 WMAMOT history

LB03 WMA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 76,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2023
Mileage
76,623 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 WMA
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
10 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 WMA was last recorded at 76,623 miles on 10 Jan 2022, 2,849 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jul 2007: 17,261 miles, lower than 61,410 miles on 29 Jun 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,774 miles · 6 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,849 miles
Average per year
979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,623 miles
  • 2021 – 73,774 miles
  • 2019 – 65,462 miles
  • 2018 – 60,708 miles
  • 2015 – 58,384 miles
  • 2014 – 57,917 miles
  • 2013 – 51,890 miles
  • 2012 – 49,669 miles
  • 2011 – 45,893 miles
  • 2010 – 38,788 miles
  • 2009 – 32,362 miles
  • 2008 – 26,124 miles
  • 2007 – 17,261 miles
  • 2006 – 61,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,623 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside & Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass76,623 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,623 miles
    Test number
    353122079723
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail76,623 miles (+2,849)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,623 miles
    Test number
    296515640338
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass73,774 miles (+8,312)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,774 miles
    Test number
    364624563131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,462 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,462 miles
    Test number
    473775736348
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTailbox slightly corroded
  5. Fail65,460 miles (+4,752)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,460 miles
    Test number
    827164350451
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTailbox slightly corroded
  6. Pass60,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,708 miles
    Test number
    392066673334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail60,708 miles (+2,324)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,708 miles
    Test number
    774071397283
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass58,384 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,384 miles
    Test number
    665954591402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  9. Fail58,383 miles (+466)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,383 miles
    Test number
    845215405918
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  10. Pass57,917 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,917 miles
    Test number
    806470334335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,913 miles (+6,023)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,913 miles
    Test number
    638838924380
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  12. Pass51,890 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,890 miles
    Test number
    737607793184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,669 miles (+3,776)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    49,669 miles
    Test number
    867940272171
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  14. Pass45,893 miles (+7,105)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,893 miles
    Test number
    216431761465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,788 miles (+6,426)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,788 miles
    Test number
    610727760169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,362 miles (+6,238)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,362 miles
    Test number
    550067379116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  17. Pass26,124 miles (+8,863)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,124 miles
    Test number
    990173488153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,261 miles (-44,149)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,261 miles
    Test number
    540753797159
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
  19. Pass61,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    61,410 miles
    Test number
    212770686438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 WMA

Does LB03 WMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 WMA expired on 9 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 WMA?
The MOT on LB03 WMA expired on 9 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 WMA done?
LB03 WMA was recorded at 76,623 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2022, an average of 979 miles a year.
Has LB03 WMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 WMA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 WMA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 WMA find?
LB03 WMA passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front.

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