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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LC03 LOFMOT history

LC03 LOF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 186,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2024.

LC03 LOF silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2025
Mileage
186,387 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 LOF
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
25 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 LOF was last recorded at 186,387 miles on 25 Mar 2024, 11,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,984 miles · 23 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
11,403 miles
Average per year
8,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 186,387 miles
  • 2023 – 174,984 miles
  • 2022 – 163,313 miles
  • 2021 – 157,606 miles
  • 2020 – 150,360 miles
  • 2019 – 142,082 miles
  • 2018 – 134,477 miles
  • 2017 – 126,367 miles
  • 2016 – 118,030 miles
  • 2015 – 107,859 miles
  • 2014 – 99,244 miles
  • 2013 – 91,276 miles
  • 2012 – 81,813 miles
  • 2011 – 71,714 miles
  • 2010 – 62,945 miles
  • 2009 – 54,174 miles
  • 2008 – 44,258 miles
  • 2007 – 35,239 miles
  • 2006 – 26,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,387 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,387 miles (+11,403)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    186,387 miles
    Test number
    670148075110
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass174,984 miles (+11,671)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    174,984 miles
    Test number
    518091913340
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass163,313 miles (+5,707)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    163,313 miles
    Test number
    953064753004
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass157,606 miles (+7,246)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    157,606 miles
    Test number
    714979888218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass150,360 miles (+8,278)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    150,360 miles
    Test number
    859660466527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass142,082 miles (+7,605)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,082 miles
    Test number
    510758468451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass134,477 miles (+8,110)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    134,477 miles
    Test number
    871355563164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,367 miles (+8,337)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    126,367 miles
    Test number
    524914144811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,030 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    118,030 miles
    Test number
    950846760906
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail118,030 miles (+10,171)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,030 miles
    Test number
    397263899200
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass107,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,859 miles
    Test number
    208718665007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,859 miles (+8,615)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,859 miles
    Test number
    429738965005
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass99,244 miles (+60)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    99,244 miles
    Test number
    545988174083
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear bump stops deteriorated

  14. Fail99,184 miles (+7,908)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,184 miles
    Test number
    929083174023
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear bump stops deteriorated

  15. Pass91,276 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,276 miles
    Test number
    426035083014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail91,164 miles (+9,351)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,164 miles
    Test number
    117431083413
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass81,813 miles (+10,099)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,813 miles
    Test number
    657027782057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass71,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,714 miles
    Test number
    117440981474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail71,714 miles (+8,769)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,714 miles
    Test number
    556370181013
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass62,945 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,945 miles
    Test number
    782211010190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,712 miles (+8,538)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,712 miles
    Test number
    691355000182
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass54,174 miles (+9,916)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    54,174 miles
    Test number
    620764909179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,258 miles
    Test number
    582922228194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,258 miles (+9,019)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,258 miles
    Test number
    204631228134
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  25. Pass35,239 miles (+9,165)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,239 miles
    Test number
    140606707184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,074 miles
    Test number
    693208916116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC03 LOF

Does LC03 LOF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 LOF expired on 26 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 LOF?
The MOT on LC03 LOF expired on 26 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 LOF done?
LC03 LOF was recorded at 186,387 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2024, an average of 8,952 miles a year.
Has LC03 LOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 LOF has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on LC03 LOF 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 LC03 LOF find?
LC03 LOF passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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