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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD03 UPGMOT history

LD03 UPG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 93,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2023.

LD03 UPG grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2023
Mileage
93,771 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 UPG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD03 UPG was last recorded at 93,771 miles on 6 Jun 2023, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,570 miles · 24 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
3,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,771 miles
  • 2022 – 93,570 miles
  • 2020 – 92,876 miles
  • 2015 – 92,841 miles
  • 2014 – 82,962 miles
  • 2013 – 72,510 miles
  • 2012 – 64,942 miles
  • 2011 – 59,036 miles
  • 2010 – 50,370 miles
  • 2009 – 46,367 miles
  • 2008 – 43,224 miles
  • 2007 – 36,224 miles
  • 2006 – 27,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,771 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBattery light illuminated
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,771 miles (+201)5 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,771 miles
    Test number
    586134772250
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,570 miles (+694)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    93,570 miles
    Test number
    112444440945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,876 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,876 miles
    Test number
    265085743871
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass92,841 miles (+9,879)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,841 miles
    Test number
    598826429979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail82,962 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,962 miles
    Test number
    555392754362
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  6. Pass82,962 miles (+10,452)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,962 miles
    Test number
    808392354318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,510 miles (+7,568)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,510 miles
    Test number
    919694663373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,942 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,942 miles
    Test number
    508022552317
    • NoteAdvise slight wheel bearing noise n/s front wheel on roadtest

  9. Fail64,941 miles (+5,905)2 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,941 miles
    Test number
    618652752354
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteAdvise tracking check

  10. Pass59,036 miles (+3,591)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,036 miles
    Test number
    627864101399
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront tyre close to limit

  11. Pass55,445 miles (+363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,445 miles
    Test number
    176442951034
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  12. Fail55,082 miles (+4,712)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,082 miles
    Test number
    977135341022
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  13. Pass50,370 miles (+4,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,370 miles
    Test number
    922397960010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass46,367 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,367 miles
    Test number
    100126189077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail46,367 miles (+3,143)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,367 miles
    Test number
    683236389031
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass43,224 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,224 miles
    Test number
    193675288470
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Fail43,224 miles (+7,000)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,224 miles
    Test number
    781105488077
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass36,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,224 miles
    Test number
    160980187055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,224 miles (+9,032)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,224 miles
    Test number
    320160887025
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass27,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,192 miles
    Test number
    693703776068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD03 UPG

Does LD03 UPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 UPG expired on 23 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 UPG?
The MOT on LD03 UPG expired on 23 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 UPG done?
LD03 UPG was recorded at 93,771 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2023, an average of 3,864 miles a year.
Has LD03 UPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 UPG has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LD03 UPG 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 UPG find?
LD03 UPG failed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2023 with 5 dangerous defects and 4 advisories: front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened heavily corroded; nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure heavily perished; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure heavily perished, and 6 more.

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