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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LB03 XEPMOT history

LB03 XEP is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2024
Mileage
139,445 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 XEP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB03 XEP was last recorded at 139,445 miles on 3 Jun 2024, 4,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,691 miles · 27 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
4,754 miles
Average per year
5,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 139,445 miles
  • 2023 – 134,691 miles
  • 2022 – 131,349 miles
  • 2021 – 129,043 miles
  • 2020 – 123,435 miles
  • 2019 – 118,040 miles
  • 2018 – 112,134 miles
  • 2017 – 105,963 miles
  • 2016 – 101,469 miles
  • 2015 – 96,716 miles
  • 2014 – 91,568 miles
  • 2013 – 85,599 miles
  • 2012 – 80,207 miles
  • 2011 – 73,455 miles
  • 2010 – 68,926 miles
  • 2009 – 65,237 miles
  • 2008 – 61,643 miles
  • 2007 – 58,224 miles
  • 2006 – 45,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,445 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre thread 2-3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on edge tyre thread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre thread 2-3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded (rear silencer)
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,445 miles (+4,754)1 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,445 miles
    Test number
    264967901963
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre thread 2-3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on edge tyre thread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre thread 2-3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded (rear silencer)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass134,691 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    134,691 miles
    Test number
    342939534312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass131,349 miles (+2,306)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,349 miles
    Test number
    993139863148
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass129,043 miles (+5,608)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    129,043 miles
    Test number
    470895426250
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative dashboard nearside (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  5. Pass123,435 miles (+5,395)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,435 miles
    Test number
    279961978510
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  6. Pass118,040 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    118,040 miles
    Test number
    591768190349
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail118,040 miles (+5,906)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,040 miles
    Test number
    525699726423
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass112,134 miles (+6,171)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    227126756372
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  9. Pass105,963 miles (+4,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    105,963 miles
    Test number
    170749709576
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass101,469 miles (+4,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,469 miles
    Test number
    814081451637
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass96,716 miles (+5,148)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    96,716 miles
    Test number
    188123496848
    • AdvisoryFront Both nearside and offside lower arm rear bushes showing age and wear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryMinor mistings of oil
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer corroded and outer skin compromised
    • AdvisoryVarious covers and undertrays restricting views
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Strong Advise:Just outside A zone (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass91,568 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    907158844277
    • NoteBoth nearside front and offside front lower arm rear bushes showing age and wear
    • NotePartial failure to high level stop light

  13. Fail91,568 miles (+5,969)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    999948044231
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth nearside front and offside front lower arm rear bushes showing age and wear
    • NotePartial failure to high level stop light

  14. Pass85,599 miles (+5,392)10 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    85,599 miles
    Test number
    216314323276
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear
    • NoteFront lower arm rear bushes showing age and wear
    • NotePartial failure to high level stop light
    • NotePerishment to offside rear tyre
    • NoteService reminder on
    • NoteSlight distortion to nearside front inner rim
    • NoteSteering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion
    • NoteStone damage to treads
    • NoteSurface corrosion to exhaust
    • NoteVarious covers and undertrays restricting views

  15. Pass80,207 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    80,207 miles
    Test number
    546844552227
    • NoteChild seat fitted offside rear
    • NoteDistortion to nearside front inner rim
    • NoteSteering,suspension and brake components showing general age and wear
    • NoteStone damage to treads

  16. Fail80,207 miles (+6,752)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,207 miles
    Test number
    638461852203
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted offside rear
    • NoteDistortion to nearside front inner rim
    • NoteService reminder on
    • NoteSteering,suspension and brake components showing general age and wear
    • NoteStone damage to treads

  17. Pass73,455 miles (+4,529)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,455 miles
    Test number
    317586801485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,926 miles (+3,689)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,926 miles
    Test number
    971170090123
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  19. Pass65,237 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    65,237 miles
    Test number
    311442809497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,643 miles (+3,419)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,643 miles
    Test number
    181511398162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,224 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,224 miles
    Test number
    151502417228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,246 miles (+11,769)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,246 miles
    Test number
    424324787164
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inside edge

  23. Pass45,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,477 miles
    Test number
    900282206210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,475 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,475 miles
    Test number
    131572706217
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre punctured

Questions about LB03 XEP

Does LB03 XEP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 XEP expired on 26 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 XEP?
The MOT on LB03 XEP expired on 26 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 XEP done?
LB03 XEP was recorded at 139,445 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2024, an average of 5,259 miles a year.
Has LB03 XEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 XEP has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 XEP 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 XEP find?
LB03 XEP failed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2024 with 1 major defect, 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front indicator tell-tale inoperative; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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