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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD03 UOWMOT history

LD03 UOW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 80,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2024.

LD03 UOW blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Dec 2025
Mileage
80,230 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 UOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 UOW was last recorded at 80,230 miles on 23 Dec 2024, 5,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2009: 37,244 miles, lower than 183,094 miles on 11 Jun 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
74,865 miles · 27 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,365 miles
Average per year
3,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 80,230 miles
  • 2023 – 74,865 miles
  • 2022 – 74,419 miles
  • 2021 – 73,135 miles
  • 2020 – 71,722 miles
  • 2019 – 70,123 miles
  • 2018 – 67,440 miles
  • 2017 – 64,637 miles
  • 2016 – 61,214 miles
  • 2015 – 57,463 miles
  • 2014 – 54,038 miles
  • 2013 – 49,984 miles
  • 2012 – 46,084 miles
  • 2011 – 43,347 miles
  • 2010 – 40,678 miles
  • 2009 – 37,244 miles
  • 2008 – 31,194 miles
  • 2007 – 26,147 miles
  • 2006 – 21,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,230 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive from the engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective advise buff clean

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,230 miles (+5,365)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    80,230 miles
    Test number
    989805134250
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass74,865 miles (+446)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,865 miles
    Test number
    570203170652
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,419 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,419 miles
    Test number
    468126968828
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective advise buff clean (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail74,419 miles (+1,284)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,419 miles
    Test number
    355152087880
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective advise buff clean (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,135 miles (+1,413)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,135 miles
    Test number
    204493483131
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,722 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,722 miles
    Test number
    179698685698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,123 miles (+2,683)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,123 miles
    Test number
    863434314097
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & heavily perished! 165/70x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass67,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,440 miles
    Test number
    850877687329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,440 miles (+2,803)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,440 miles
    Test number
    875664980719
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  10. Pass64,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,637 miles
    Test number
    221519845908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,635 miles (+3,421)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,635 miles
    Test number
    846136097017
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt replace urgently (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass61,214 miles (+3,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    61,214 miles
    Test number
    108628994902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement replacement recomended (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers perished

  13. Pass57,463 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,463 miles
    Test number
    358758005441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  14. Fail57,463 miles (+3,425)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,463 miles
    Test number
    727628905242
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  15. Pass54,038 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    285289684178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear brakes grinding closer examination recomended
    • NoteTracking wear on front tyres

  16. Fail54,038 miles (+4,054)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    898439984105
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear brakes grinding closer examination recomended
    • NoteTracking wear on front tyres

  17. Pass49,984 miles (+36)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,984 miles
    Test number
    116637173157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail49,948 miles (+3,864)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,948 miles
    Test number
    295101773120
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass46,084 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,084 miles
    Test number
    538452272172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail46,084 miles (+2,737)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,084 miles
    Test number
    568452472175
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass43,347 miles (+2,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,347 miles
    Test number
    989600561138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass40,678 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,678 miles
    Test number
    283439860182
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail40,678 miles (+3,434)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,678 miles
    Test number
    481619160109
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass37,244 miles (-145,850)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,244 miles
    Test number
    211300279485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail183,094 miles (+151,900)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,094 miles
    Test number
    932382969111
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail31,194 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,194 miles
    Test number
    143682608110
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  27. Pass31,194 miles (+5,047)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,194 miles
    Test number
    282692808199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,147 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,147 miles
    Test number
    852103807145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,083 miles
    Test number
    292394176041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 UOW

Does LD03 UOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 UOW expired on 26 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 UOW?
The MOT on LD03 UOW expired on 26 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 UOW done?
LD03 UOW was recorded at 80,230 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2024, an average of 3,150 miles a year.
Has LD03 UOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 UOW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LD03 UOW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 UOW find?
LD03 UOW passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 1 more.

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