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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD03 TWZMOT history

LD03 TWZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 113,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2024.

LD03 TWZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2025
Mileage
113,220 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2024
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 TWZ
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
21 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 TWZ was last recorded at 113,220 miles on 15 Oct 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,218 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,220 miles
  • 2023 – 106,906 miles
  • 2022 – 100,067 miles
  • 2021 – 92,449 miles
  • 2020 – 83,787 miles
  • 2019 – 83,204 miles
  • 2018 – 82,072 miles
  • 2017 – 80,069 miles
  • 2016 – 73,543 miles
  • 2014 – 69,383 miles
  • 2013 – 66,307 miles
  • 2012 – 63,304 miles
  • 2011 – 58,336 miles
  • 2010 – 52,172 miles
  • 2009 – 52,150 miles
  • 2008 – 47,962 miles
  • 2007 – 37,453 miles
  • 2006 – 28,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,220 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust back box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Axel corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both front shocker top mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coil spring worn Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front to rear underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,220 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    894410819961
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail113,218 miles (+6,312)1 dangerous5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,218 miles
    Test number
    776476823819
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass106,906 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    106,906 miles
    Test number
    312913492514
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocker top mounts
    • AdvisoryCoil spring worn Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear underbody corrosion

  4. Fail106,899 miles (+6,832)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,899 miles
    Test number
    315732538636
    • DangerousAnti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached Both front anti roll bar links (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocker top mounts
    • AdvisoryCoil spring worn Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Back tail light secured with black tape

  5. Pass100,067 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    100,067 miles
    Test number
    880803549782
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail100,063 miles (+7,614)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,063 miles
    Test number
    587578456168
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Not secured (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wish bone (Aluminium) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,449 miles (+235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    92,449 miles
    Test number
    511136113451
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail92,214 miles (+8,427)6 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,214 miles
    Test number
    247523736076
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass83,787 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,787 miles
    Test number
    905458296343
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOsf fog casing missing

  10. Fail83,785 miles (+581)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,785 miles
    Test number
    776732087386
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOsf fog casing missing

  11. Pass83,204 miles (+1,132)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,204 miles
    Test number
    867971977755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,072 miles
    Test number
    502030893187
    • AdvisoryEML Light on.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  13. Fail82,072 miles (+2,003)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,072 miles
    Test number
    456446800623
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEML Light on.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  14. Pass80,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,069 miles
    Test number
    196282403649
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail80,069 miles (+6,526)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,069 miles
    Test number
    878867695509
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass73,543 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,543 miles
    Test number
    267778156834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,383 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,383 miles
    Test number
    519986344308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,307 miles (+3,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,307 miles
    Test number
    487379813332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass63,304 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    63,304 miles
    Test number
    716119042360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,284 miles (+3,604)2 dangerous3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,284 miles
    Test number
    249918942352
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront brake disc's lipped & worn.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 2.mm tread depth & tread edges cracked excessivly.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3.mm tread depth.

  21. Pass59,680 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    635080922014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail59,670 miles (+1,334)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,670 miles
    Test number
    775436212094
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass58,336 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,336 miles
    Test number
    746451821059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,331 miles (+6,159)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,331 miles
    Test number
    376990021089
    • 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 constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass52,172 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,172 miles
    Test number
    601701410046
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass52,150 miles (+4,188)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    52,150 miles
    Test number
    334906639362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,962 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,962 miles
    Test number
    962427798163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,928 miles (+706)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,928 miles
    Test number
    250804698420
    • 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass47,222 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,222 miles
    Test number
    791574898011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Fail47,222 miles (+9,769)4 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,222 miles
    Test number
    862644698027
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass37,453 miles (+9,171)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,453 miles
    Test number
    252227487052
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil light flashing

  32. Pass28,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,282 miles
    Test number
    523502386057
    • 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)

Questions about LD03 TWZ

Does LD03 TWZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 TWZ expired on 14 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 TWZ?
The MOT on LD03 TWZ expired on 14 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 TWZ done?
LD03 TWZ was recorded at 113,220 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2024, an average of 4,575 miles a year.
Has LD03 TWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 TWZ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 TWZ 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 TWZ find?
LD03 TWZ passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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