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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LD03 DWGMOT history

LD03 DWG is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

LD03 DWG black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2023
Mileage
83,536 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 DWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 DWG was last recorded at 83,536 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 4,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,341 miles · 12 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
4,195 miles
Average per year
4,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 83,536 miles
  • 2021 – 79,341 miles
  • 2020 – 74,582 miles
  • 2018 – 71,316 miles
  • 2017 – 68,524 miles
  • 2016 – 64,139 miles
  • 2015 – 59,115 miles
  • 2014 – 52,076 miles
  • 2013 – 46,764 miles
  • 2012 – 40,985 miles
  • 2011 – 36,810 miles
  • 2010 – 33,375 miles
  • 2009 – 29,225 miles
  • 2008 – 22,548 miles
  • 2007 – 13,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,536 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear exhaust box casing deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/s/r tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,536 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,536 miles
    Test number
    577657190979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,341 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,341 miles
    Test number
    831186259393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail79,339 miles (+4,757)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,339 miles
    Test number
    341000653480
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass74,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    74,582 miles
    Test number
    373892354842
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box casing deteriorated.

  5. Fail74,582 miles (+3,266)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,582 miles
    Test number
    742150921915
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box casing deteriorated.

  6. Pass71,316 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    71,316 miles
    Test number
    675156579571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail71,315 miles (+2,791)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,315 miles
    Test number
    515105157176
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass68,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,524 miles
    Test number
    919267575368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail68,521 miles (+4,382)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,521 miles
    Test number
    993362299066
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass64,139 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,139 miles
    Test number
    820577890332
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  11. Fail64,068 miles (+4,953)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,068 miles
    Test number
    304357130532
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  12. Pass59,115 miles (+7,039)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    59,115 miles
    Test number
    716124305250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass52,076 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,076 miles
    Test number
    507493404293
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking offside front tyre worn on inneredge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Fail52,076 miles (+5,312)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,076 miles
    Test number
    509623404214
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking offside front tyre worn on inneredge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  15. Pass46,764 miles (+5,779)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,764 miles
    Test number
    227714883145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on edges

  16. Pass40,985 miles (+4,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,985 miles
    Test number
    629176882113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass36,810 miles (+3,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,810 miles
    Test number
    667709391172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass33,375 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,375 miles
    Test number
    233624390190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,225 miles (+6,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,225 miles
    Test number
    134031799128
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass22,548 miles (+9,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,548 miles
    Test number
    510293998181
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass13,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,537 miles
    Test number
    292375997065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 DWG

Does LD03 DWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 DWG expired on 4 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 DWG?
The MOT on LD03 DWG expired on 4 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 DWG done?
LD03 DWG was recorded at 83,536 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 4,516 miles a year.
Has LD03 DWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 DWG has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LD03 DWG 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 LD03 DWG find?
LD03 DWG passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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