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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LD03 VJLMOT history

LD03 VJL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 107,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

LD03 VJL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
107,642 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 VJL
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
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 VJL was last recorded at 107,642 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,587 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
4,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,642 miles
  • 2024 – 100,959 miles
  • 2023 – 79,045 miles
  • 2021 – 79,026 miles
  • 2020 – 74,840 miles
  • 2019 – 70,805 miles
  • 2018 – 67,725 miles
  • 2017 – 65,152 miles
  • 2016 – 62,341 miles
  • 2015 – 60,346 miles
  • 2014 – 58,222 miles
  • 2013 – 55,505 miles
  • 2012 – 52,973 miles
  • 2011 – 49,072 miles
  • 2010 – 45,363 miles
  • 2009 – 40,338 miles
  • 2008 – 34,042 miles
  • 2007 – 28,022 miles
  • 2006 – 21,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,642 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    107,642 miles
    Test number
    539685143709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail107,642 miles (+55)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,642 miles
    Test number
    107613742070
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass107,587 miles (+6,628)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,587 miles
    Test number
    284979574436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,959 miles (+11,154)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,959 miles
    Test number
    967507839037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,805 miles (+10,760)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,805 miles
    Test number
    289701109340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,045 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,045 miles
    Test number
    975324886615
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail79,035 miles (+9)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,035 miles
    Test number
    118110894740
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass79,026 miles (+4,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,026 miles
    Test number
    723161075363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,840 miles (+4,035)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,840 miles
    Test number
    848351579947
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass70,805 miles (+3,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,805 miles
    Test number
    613723572037
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass67,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,725 miles
    Test number
    448981117324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,725 miles (+2,573)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,725 miles
    Test number
    792265142592
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking 165/70/14

  13. Pass65,152 miles (+2,811)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,152 miles
    Test number
    366584821296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,341 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,341 miles
    Test number
    835427554119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,346 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,346 miles
    Test number
    957671175060
    • NoteExhaust slightly corroded

  16. Fail60,346 miles (+2,124)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,346 miles
    Test number
    466479165042
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteExhaust slightly corroded

  17. Pass58,222 miles (+2,717)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,222 miles
    Test number
    577068574096
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre badly age cracked & on 2mm

  18. Pass55,505 miles (+2,532)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,505 miles
    Test number
    157033973448
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and cracked on inner face

  19. Pass52,973 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,973 miles
    Test number
    196123072041
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread depth down to legal limit of 1.6mm on only 3/4 of the width of the tyre tread area.
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread depth down to 1.6mm on both inner & outer edges with 2mm left in centre of tyre.

  20. Fail52,973 miles (+3,901)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,973 miles
    Test number
    718393172056
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread depth down to legal limit of 1.6mm on only 3/4 of the width of the tyre tread area.
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread depth down to 1.6mm on both inner & outer edges with 2mm left in centre of tyre.

  21. Pass49,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,072 miles
    Test number
    119803971090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,072 miles (+3,709)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,072 miles
    Test number
    386893671098
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass45,363 miles (+5,025)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,363 miles
    Test number
    420321170026
    • NoteO/s/f seat back rest does not lock in place

  24. Pass40,338 miles (+6,296)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,338 miles
    Test number
    111423089027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,042 miles
    Test number
    804597778052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail34,042 miles (+6,020)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,042 miles
    Test number
    284497878083
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass28,022 miles (+6,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,022 miles
    Test number
    654782987042
    • 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)

  28. Pass21,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,381 miles
    Test number
    371777486082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 VJL

Does LD03 VJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 VJL is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 VJL?
The MOT on LD03 VJL is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 VJL done?
LD03 VJL was recorded at 107,642 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 4,259 miles a year.
Has LD03 VJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 VJL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 VJL 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 VJL find?
LD03 VJL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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