Volkswagen Polo
Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc
LD03 XMWMOT history
LD03 XMW is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 128,003 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 18 May 2027
- Mileage
- 128,003 mi
- At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 35
- 21 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 4,847 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD03 XMW
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 30 Mar 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 18 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD03 XMW was last recorded at 128,003 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 1,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 126,440 miles · 30 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,563 miles
- Average per year
- 4,847 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 128,003 miles
- 2025 – 126,440 miles
- 2024 – 124,591 miles
- 2023 – 122,040 miles
- 2022 – 120,459 miles
- 2021 – 119,895 miles
- 2020 – 106,468 miles
- 2019 – 101,380 miles
- 2018 – 96,240 miles
- 2017 – 93,329 miles
- 2016 – 86,278 miles
- 2015 – 79,719 miles
- 2014 – 73,818 miles
- 2013 – 68,541 miles
- 2012 – 60,078 miles
- 2011 – 52,409 miles
- 2010 – 47,694 miles
- 2009 – 43,318 miles
- 2008 – 40,232 miles
- 2007 – 34,989 miles
- 2006 – 30,739 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass128,003 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s off/s front (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015
Nearside Front Tyre void of tread on inner edge close to exposing cords
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Slight play in both front top mounts
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear rear shock absorber bump stops adrift
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
O\s and n\s\r shockabsorber shrouds adrift
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Full MOT history
35 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass128,003 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2027
- Odometer
- 128,003 miles
- Test number
- 103016742129
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s off/s front (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fail128,003 miles (+1,563)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,003 miles
- Test number
- 871823424429
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s off/s front (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass126,440 miles2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2026
- Odometer
- 126,440 miles
- Test number
- 950692287943
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NEARSIDE / OFFSIDE (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail126,440 miles (+1,849)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,440 miles
- Test number
- 553830173029
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NEARSIDE / OFFSIDE (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass124,591 miles (+62)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2025
- Odometer
- 124,591 miles
- Test number
- 134879474757
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre void of tread on inner edge close to exposing cords
- AdvisorySlight play in both front top mounts
Fail124,529 miles (+2,489)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,529 miles
- Test number
- 165374282822
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre void of tread on inner edge close to exposing cords
- AdvisorySlight play in both front top mounts
Pass122,040 miles (+1,581)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2024
- Odometer
- 122,040 miles
- Test number
- 333166697295
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass120,459 miles (+60)
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2023
- Odometer
- 120,459 miles
- Test number
- 191541041288
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail120,399 miles (+504)3 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,399 miles
- Test number
- 548328295932
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box/pipe split and blowing (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (insecure) (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning upper half not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass119,895 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2022
- Odometer
- 119,895 miles
- Test number
- 510178327921
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail119,890 miles (+13,422)4 major3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,890 miles
- Test number
- 908720450469
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box and pipe broken away from each other (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass106,468 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2021
- Odometer
- 106,468 miles
- Test number
- 536393579576
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail106,468 miles (+5,088)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,468 miles
- Test number
- 653230638776
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Pass101,380 miles (+295)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2020
- Odometer
- 101,380 miles
- Test number
- 127113161618
- AdvisoryRear rear shock absorber bump stops adrift
Fail101,085 miles (+4,845)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,085 miles
- Test number
- 239824219859
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear rear shock absorber bump stops adrift
Pass96,240 miles (+2,911)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2019
- Odometer
- 96,240 miles
- Test number
- 580727443299
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
Pass93,329 miles (+10)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 93,329 miles
- Test number
- 897422326980
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryO\s and n\s\r shockabsorber shrouds adrift
Fail93,319 miles (+7,041)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,319 miles
- Test number
- 769104965382
- FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryO\s and n\s\r shockabsorber shrouds adrift
Pass86,278 miles (+6,559)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 86,278 miles
- Test number
- 936516671783
- AdvisoryN/s/f wiper blade split
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
Pass79,719 miles (+1)5 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 79,719 miles
- Test number
- 799116305175
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- NoteN/s/f tyre age cracking
- NoteO/s/r tyre age cracking
Fail79,718 miles (+5,900)4 failures5 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,718 miles
- Test number
- 365950205140
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- NoteN/s/f tyre age cracking
- NoteO/s/r tyre age cracking
Pass73,818 miles (+5,277)2 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 73,818 miles
- Test number
- 177125314182
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- NoteE,M light on
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear brake discs corroded
- NoteRear number plate deteriorating
Pass68,541 miles (+8,463)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 9 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 68,541 miles
- Test number
- 929249193039
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth rears tyres cracking
Pass60,078 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 60,078 miles
- Test number
- 969581002125
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,078 miles (+7,669)1 dangerous5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,078 miles
- Test number
- 185656792007
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass52,409 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 52,409 miles
- Test number
- 139450291084
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail52,409 miles (+4,715)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,409 miles
- Test number
- 435800791018
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass47,694 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 47,694 miles
- Test number
- 480072880018
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,694 miles (+4,376)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,694 miles
- Test number
- 703252480047
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Pass43,318 miles (+3)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 43,318 miles
- Test number
- 222155979028
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Fail43,315 miles (+3,083)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,315 miles
- Test number
- 172662979092
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Pass40,232 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 40,232 miles
- Test number
- 492708688066
- NoteBrake check
- NoteNearside front lower arm rear bush starting to split
- NoteNearside front tyre cut in outer sidewall no cords visible
- NoteNearside rear light lens cracked
Fail40,232 miles (+5,243)5 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,232 miles
- Test number
- 113820188457
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- NoteBrake check
- NoteNearside front lower arm rear bush starting to split
- NoteNearside front tyre cut in outer sidewall no cords visible
- NoteNearside rear light lens cracked
Pass34,989 miles (+4,250)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 34,989 miles
- Test number
- 230378877065
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteCrack on nearside rear light lens
Pass30,739 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 30,739 miles
- Test number
- 263674996082
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LD03 XMW
- Does LD03 XMW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 XMW is valid until 18 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LD03 XMW?
- The MOT on LD03 XMW is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LD03 XMW done?
- LD03 XMW was recorded at 128,003 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 4,847 miles a year.
- Has LD03 XMW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD03 XMW has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on LD03 XMW 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 XMW find?
- LD03 XMW passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s off/s front, and 2 more.
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