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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LL03 XGWMOT history

LL03 XGW is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 28,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

LL03 XGW grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
28,603 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 XGW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 XGW was last recorded at 28,603 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,150 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
453 miles
Average per year
950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,603 miles
  • 2025 – 28,150 miles
  • 2024 – 27,380 miles
  • 2023 – 26,699 miles
  • 2022 – 26,022 miles
  • 2021 – 25,357 miles
  • 2020 – 24,741 miles
  • 2019 – 23,656 miles
  • 2018 – 22,367 miles
  • 2017 – 21,174 miles
  • 2016 – 20,454 miles
  • 2015 – 19,577 miles
  • 2014 – 18,047 miles
  • 2013 – 16,336 miles
  • 2012 – 15,528 miles
  • 2011 – 14,847 miles
  • 2010 – 14,120 miles
  • 2009 – 13,585 miles
  • 2008 – 12,580 miles
  • 2007 – 11,155 miles
  • 2006 – 9,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,603 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front tyre slight wear to inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,603 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    28,603 miles
    Test number
    588056993115
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail28,603 miles (+453)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,603 miles
    Test number
    604148376526
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass28,150 miles (+770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    28,150 miles
    Test number
    397435556421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror cover damage

  4. Pass27,380 miles (+681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    27,380 miles
    Test number
    148125465495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass26,699 miles (+677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    26,699 miles
    Test number
    757344576554
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight wear inner edges

  6. Pass26,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    26,022 miles
    Test number
    234488545346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail26,021 miles (+664)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,021 miles
    Test number
    985221179596
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass25,357 miles (+616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    25,357 miles
    Test number
    737152219546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass24,741 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    24,741 miles
    Test number
    437636402759
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight wear to inner edges

  10. Fail24,735 miles (+1,079)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,735 miles
    Test number
    333556232752
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight wear to inner edges

  11. Pass23,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    23,656 miles
    Test number
    968674574246
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail23,656 miles (+1,289)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,656 miles
    Test number
    581828015387
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass22,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    22,367 miles
    Test number
    654059195752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail22,367 miles (+1,193)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,367 miles
    Test number
    259494056015
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass21,174 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    21,174 miles
    Test number
    980532894648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    20,454 miles
    Test number
    244120774823
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine check light on

  17. Fail20,454 miles (+877)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,454 miles
    Test number
    184777581705
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edges (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wear to edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine check light on

  18. Pass19,577 miles (+1,530)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    19,577 miles
    Test number
    257289295423
    • NoteEngine check light on
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge

  19. Pass18,047 miles (+1,711)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,047 miles
    Test number
    517476104250
    • NoteRear tyres slight cracking

  20. Pass16,336 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    16,336 miles
    Test number
    837974003207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,528 miles (+681)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    15,528 miles
    Test number
    619017002242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,847 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    14,847 miles
    Test number
    348966001449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    14,120 miles
    Test number
    403339300250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,730 miles (+17,145)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,730 miles
    Test number
    364059800265
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  25. Pass13,585 miles (+1,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    13,585 miles
    Test number
    861501319237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass12,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,580 miles
    Test number
    294010518208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail12,580 miles (+1,425)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,580 miles
    Test number
    922510018262
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  28. Pass11,155 miles (+1,571)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    11,155 miles
    Test number
    364571817213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    9,584 miles
    Test number
    432416506272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 XGW

Does LL03 XGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 XGW is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 XGW?
The MOT on LL03 XGW is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 XGW done?
LL03 XGW was recorded at 28,603 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 950 miles a year.
Has LL03 XGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 XGW has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LL03 XGW 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 XGW find?
LL03 XGW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges.

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