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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LC03 YCFMOT history

LC03 YCF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 153,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2024.

LC03 YCF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2025
Mileage
153,623 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 YCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 YCF was last recorded at 153,623 miles on 25 Nov 2024, 1,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,065 miles · 6 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,558 miles
Average per year
6,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 153,623 miles
  • 2023 – 152,065 miles
  • 2022 – 150,343 miles
  • 2021 – 143,514 miles
  • 2020 – 134,897 miles
  • 2019 – 127,238 miles
  • 2018 – 115,689 miles
  • 2017 – 105,683 miles
  • 2013 – 98,265 miles
  • 2012 – 87,089 miles
  • 2011 – 77,273 miles
  • 2010 – 66,283 miles
  • 2009 – 55,714 miles
  • 2008 – 44,905 miles
  • 2007 – 34,488 miles
  • 2006 – 24,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,623 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,623 miles (+1,558)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    153,623 miles
    Test number
    673353926981
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass152,065 miles (+1,722)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    152,065 miles
    Test number
    130198241559
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass150,343 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    150,343 miles
    Test number
    674351024930
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail150,343 miles (+6,829)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,343 miles
    Test number
    914716549215
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass143,514 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    143,514 miles
    Test number
    572020323587
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective lower rear gearbox mount rubber bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

  6. Fail143,514 miles (+8,617)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,514 miles
    Test number
    806530870638
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective lower rear gearbox mount rubber bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

  7. Pass134,897 miles (+7,659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,897 miles
    Test number
    765669222984
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,238 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,238 miles
    Test number
    777271544053
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished 165/70 x 14 81 t (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding slightly

  9. Fail127,238 miles (+11,549)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,238 miles
    Test number
    910874578911
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished 165/70 x 14 81 t (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding slightly

  10. Pass115,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    115,689 miles
    Test number
    550456285035
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  11. Fail115,689 miles (+10,006)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,689 miles
    Test number
    940429543688
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/70 x 14 81 t (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  12. Pass105,683 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,683 miles
    Test number
    638868344691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  13. Fail105,682 miles (+7,417)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,682 miles
    Test number
    314553610178
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  14. Pass98,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    98,265 miles
    Test number
    815493893024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail98,265 miles (+11,176)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,265 miles
    Test number
    289853693061
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light ON

  16. Pass87,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,089 miles
    Test number
    148452082011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,089 miles (+9,816)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,089 miles
    Test number
    265382482095
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  18. Fail77,273 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,273 miles
    Test number
    398148381038
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass77,273 miles (+10,990)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,273 miles
    Test number
    967228181082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,283 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,283 miles
    Test number
    153059690451
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inside edges

  21. Fail66,283 miles (+10,569)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,283 miles
    Test number
    214199190008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inside edges

  22. Pass55,714 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,714 miles
    Test number
    610425609128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail55,658 miles (+10,753)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,658 miles
    Test number
    213974009450
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTracking is out

  24. Pass44,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,905 miles
    Test number
    331399378082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail44,905 miles (+10,417)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,905 miles
    Test number
    682087878046
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass34,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,488 miles
    Test number
    150692377057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail34,488 miles (+10,438)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,488 miles
    Test number
    164081977445
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass24,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,050 miles
    Test number
    244646496014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC03 YCF

Does LC03 YCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 YCF expired on 24 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 YCF?
The MOT on LC03 YCF expired on 24 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 YCF done?
LC03 YCF was recorded at 153,623 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2024, an average of 6,952 miles a year.
Has LC03 YCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 YCF has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LC03 YCF 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 YCF find?
LC03 YCF passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2024 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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