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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LD03 EJYMOT history

LD03 EJY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 90,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

LD03 EJY silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2026
Mileage
90,399 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 EJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 EJY was last recorded at 90,399 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 19,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,163 miles · 6 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
19,236 miles
Average per year
4,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,399 miles
  • 2024 – 71,163 miles
  • 2023 – 68,874 miles
  • 2022 – 60,572 miles
  • 2021 – 59,108 miles
  • 2020 – 59,104 miles
  • 2019 – 55,316 miles
  • 2018 – 51,035 miles
  • 2017 – 44,784 miles
  • 2016 – 40,760 miles
  • 2015 – 36,063 miles
  • 2014 – 30,595 miles
  • 2013 – 22,617 miles
  • 2012 – 15,348 miles
  • 2011 – 15,336 miles
  • 2010 – 14,709 miles
  • 2009 – 13,051 miles
  • 2008 – 11,297 miles
  • 2007 – 9,835 miles
  • 2006 – 8,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,399 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake has excessive travel
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Bumper bracket broken/slightly loose, bumper inserts missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coolant leak Radiator
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,399 miles (+19,236)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    90,399 miles
    Test number
    744482349416
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has excessive travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Bumper bracket broken/slightly loose, bumper inserts missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass71,163 miles (+2,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    71,163 miles
    Test number
    430088956324
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass68,874 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,874 miles
    Test number
    250943444885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail68,768 miles (+8,196)4 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,768 miles
    Test number
    411123573784
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached excessively corroded (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre section at joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass60,572 miles (+212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    60,572 miles
    Test number
    577870316143
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail60,360 miles (+1,252)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,360 miles
    Test number
    439673754318
    • DangerousAnti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability mounting bushes ineffective in securing bar (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine has misfire (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass59,108 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    847851082094
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass59,104 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    59,104 miles
    Test number
    210671901504
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail59,104 miles (+3,788)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,104 miles
    Test number
    744406029299
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass55,316 miles (+4,281)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    55,316 miles
    Test number
    158343072906
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass51,035 miles (+6,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,035 miles
    Test number
    515349160813
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass44,784 miles (+4,024)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,784 miles
    Test number
    406199506073
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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 Inner Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass40,760 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    40,760 miles
    Test number
    780203078841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail40,760 miles (+4,697)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,760 miles
    Test number
    921074328185
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass36,063 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,063 miles
    Test number
    285434105420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear n/s tyre wearing on inner edge

  16. Fail36,063 miles (+5,468)1 failure7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,063 miles
    Test number
    847054905154
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront n/s tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSome wear in front brake discs

  17. Pass30,595 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    30,595 miles
    Test number
    525239294061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail30,595 miles (+7,978)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,595 miles
    Test number
    546489094050
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass22,617 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    22,617 miles
    Test number
    376885113132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail22,617 miles (+7,269)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,617 miles
    Test number
    415785613170
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass15,348 miles (+12)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    15,348 miles
    Test number
    788611822108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteGrease around n/s c.v. gaiter
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake discs

  22. Pass15,336 miles (+627)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,336 miles
    Test number
    688233281038
    • NoteGrease around n/s c.v. gaiter
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s door mirror housing

  23. Pass14,709 miles (+1,658)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,709 miles
    Test number
    561488660020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,051 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    13,051 miles
    Test number
    130040279468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,297 miles (+1,462)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    11,297 miles
    Test number
    880653668082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    9,835 miles
    Test number
    661266967023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail9,835 miles (+1,756)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,835 miles
    Test number
    472186867038
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass8,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    8,079 miles
    Test number
    590090266065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD03 EJY

Does LD03 EJY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 EJY expired on 5 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 EJY?
The MOT on LD03 EJY expired on 5 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 EJY done?
LD03 EJY was recorded at 90,399 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 4,334 miles a year.
Has LD03 EJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 EJY has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LD03 EJY 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 EJY find?
LD03 EJY passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; handbrake has excessive travel, and 5 more.

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