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Volkswagen Polo

Purple · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD03 YMUMOT history

LD03 YMU is a purple petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 62,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2025.

LD03 YMU purple Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
62,199 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 YMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 YMU was last recorded at 62,199 miles on 16 Jan 2025, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,180 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
2,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,199 miles
  • 2024 – 59,419 miles
  • 2023 – 56,913 miles
  • 2022 – 53,092 miles
  • 2021 – 49,849 miles
  • 2020 – 48,369 miles
  • 2018 – 45,738 miles
  • 2017 – 43,489 miles
  • 2016 – 40,703 miles
  • 2015 – 37,977 miles
  • 2014 – 34,937 miles
  • 2013 – 31,400 miles
  • 2012 – 27,691 miles
  • 2011 – 25,517 miles
  • 2010 – 23,136 miles
  • 2009 – 22,138 miles
  • 2008 – 20,193 miles
  • 2007 – 17,514 miles
  • 2006 – 12,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,199 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust leak
  • AdvisoryOil leak

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.

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass62,199 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    62,199 miles
    Test number
    185207461697
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail62,198 miles (+18)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,198 miles
    Test number
    841079059162
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both not fitted correctly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail62,180 miles (+2,761)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,180 miles
    Test number
    218582857231
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush fitted incorrectly and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush fitted incorrectly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass59,419 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,419 miles
    Test number
    986250147798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,411 miles (+2,498)2 dangerous8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,411 miles
    Test number
    564605401272
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle winter tyre 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass56,913 miles (+3,821)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    56,913 miles
    Test number
    353472435349
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axel beam corroded

  7. Pass53,092 miles (+32)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,092 miles
    Test number
    428486847355
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail53,060 miles (+3,211)2 dangerous2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,060 miles
    Test number
    710773809020
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass49,849 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    989079118710
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail49,849 miles (+1,480)2 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    616405151179
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass48,369 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,369 miles
    Test number
    428250085130
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Fail48,369 miles (+2,631)3 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,369 miles
    Test number
    297943189628
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass45,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    45,738 miles
    Test number
    111187990249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail45,738 miles (+2,249)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,738 miles
    Test number
    821493636345
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass43,489 miles (+2,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,489 miles
    Test number
    965070203859
    • 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)

  16. Pass40,703 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,703 miles
    Test number
    143368990498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    37,977 miles
    Test number
    655447915262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail37,977 miles (+3,040)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,977 miles
    Test number
    296563215209
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass34,937 miles (+3,537)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,937 miles
    Test number
    335507724239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight cut on the outside wall not deep enough to reach the cords.
    • NoteRear exhaust box has slight corrosion.

  20. Pass31,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,400 miles
    Test number
    919898223229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,400 miles (+3,709)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,400 miles
    Test number
    918288223265
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass27,691 miles (+2,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,691 miles
    Test number
    319709212453
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass25,517 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,517 miles
    Test number
    205406611216
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to go bald on outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r brake getting sticky

  24. Fail25,517 miles (+2,381)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,517 miles
    Test number
    835636111228
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to go bald on outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r brake getting sticky

  25. Pass23,136 miles (+998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,136 miles
    Test number
    962959310279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Pass22,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,138 miles
    Test number
    342922339490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail22,138 miles (+1,945)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,138 miles
    Test number
    834647629285
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass20,193 miles (+2,679)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    20,193 miles
    Test number
    523839228242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,514 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    17,514 miles
    Test number
    833893737274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,665 miles (+4,378)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,665 miles
    Test number
    584613897098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  31. Pass12,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    12,287 miles
    Test number
    912409976092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 YMU

Does LD03 YMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 YMU expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 YMU?
The MOT on LD03 YMU expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 YMU done?
LD03 YMU was recorded at 62,199 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2025, an average of 2,651 miles a year.
Has LD03 YMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 YMU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 YMU 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 YMU find?
LD03 YMU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; all underbody and components corroded, and 2 more.

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