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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,400 cc

LL03 RZYMOT history

LL03 RZY is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 135,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LL03 RZY red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
135,180 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 RZY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 RZY was last recorded at 135,180 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 4,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,721 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,459 miles
Average per year
5,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,180 miles
  • 2025 – 130,721 miles
  • 2024 – 127,051 miles
  • 2023 – 122,940 miles
  • 2022 – 119,729 miles
  • 2021 – 116,680 miles
  • 2020 – 115,943 miles
  • 2019 – 112,041 miles
  • 2018 – 107,844 miles
  • 2017 – 102,967 miles
  • 2016 – 97,691 miles
  • 2015 – 91,560 miles
  • 2014 – 85,247 miles
  • 2013 – 78,303 miles
  • 2012 – 71,822 miles
  • 2011 – 64,650 miles
  • 2010 – 57,226 miles
  • 2009 – 50,020 miles
  • 2008 – 42,412 miles
  • 2007 – 37,073 miles
  • 2006 – 29,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,180 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear tyre cracking badly in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,180 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    135,180 miles
    Test number
    119430073415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail135,180 miles (+4,459)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,180 miles
    Test number
    945030462483
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass130,721 miles (+3,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    130,721 miles
    Test number
    334871184289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass127,051 miles (+4,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    127,051 miles
    Test number
    733064752087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass122,940 miles (+3,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    122,940 miles
    Test number
    871680078913
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs starting to corrode

  6. Pass119,729 miles (+3,049)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,729 miles
    Test number
    663559318037
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass116,680 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    116,680 miles
    Test number
    553116176256
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking badly in tread

  8. Fail116,677 miles (+734)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,677 miles
    Test number
    928828801671
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe under bonnet (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking badly in tread

  9. Pass115,943 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,943 miles
    Test number
    198459718516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,041 miles (+4,197)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,041 miles
    Test number
    642833539043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,844 miles (+4,877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,844 miles
    Test number
    606574888754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass102,967 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,967 miles
    Test number
    429331117186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail102,959 miles (+5,268)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,959 miles
    Test number
    203310379530
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass97,691 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,691 miles
    Test number
    430130893854
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail97,690 miles (+6,130)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,690 miles
    Test number
    245591849270
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also inner side wall heavily perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass91,560 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,560 miles
    Test number
    835641265170
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Fail91,560 miles (+6,313)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,560 miles
    Test number
    645671765102
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass85,247 miles (+6,944)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,247 miles
    Test number
    917861664125
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing outer wall & wearing outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing outer wall

  19. Pass78,303 miles (+6,481)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,303 miles
    Test number
    665967953185
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing inner & outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge

  20. Pass71,822 miles (+7,172)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    71,822 miles
    Test number
    855464462156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge

  21. Pass64,650 miles (+7,424)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,650 miles
    Test number
    206854361416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass57,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,226 miles
    Test number
    863571260158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,226 miles (+7,206)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,226 miles
    Test number
    331450960173
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. Pass50,020 miles (+7,608)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,020 miles
    Test number
    202719369432
    • NoteNearside front & offside front tyres cracking on tyre edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Pass42,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,412 miles
    Test number
    262600378417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,412 miles (+5,339)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,412 miles
    Test number
    782680478192
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass37,073 miles (+7,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,073 miles
    Test number
    670676467186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass29,333 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,333 miles
    Test number
    961762876127
    • NoteRear indicator bolbs starting to discolour

Questions about LL03 RZY

Does LL03 RZY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 RZY is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 RZY?
The MOT on LL03 RZY is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 RZY done?
LL03 RZY was recorded at 135,180 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 5,388 miles a year.
Has LL03 RZY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 RZY has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL03 RZY 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 LL03 RZY find?
LL03 RZY passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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