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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,422 cc

LL03 XJJMOT history

LL03 XJJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 193,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2024.

LL03 XJJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2025
Mileage
193,008 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 XJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 XJJ was last recorded at 193,008 miles on 31 Jul 2024, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,990 miles · 26 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
8,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 193,008 miles
  • 2023 – 192,117 miles
  • 2022 – 190,300 miles
  • 2021 – 187,134 miles
  • 2020 – 184,438 miles
  • 2018 – 177,096 miles
  • 2017 – 167,050 miles
  • 2016 – 157,646 miles
  • 2015 – 150,615 miles
  • 2014 – 131,420 miles
  • 2013 – 99,598 miles
  • 2012 – 69,800 miles
  • 2011 – 68,429 miles
  • 2010 – 67,078 miles
  • 2009 – 63,523 miles
  • 2008 – 55,720 miles
  • 2007 – 48,251 miles
  • 2006 – 38,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,008 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test fluffy dice

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass193,008 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    193,008 miles
    Test number
    300695740356
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  2. Fail192,990 miles (+873)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,990 miles
    Test number
    530650047583
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  3. Pass192,117 miles (+1,817)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    192,117 miles
    Test number
    579175054593
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed occasional difficulty opening door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements OCCASIONAL DELAY OF BRAKE LIGHTS (4.3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass190,300 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    190,300 miles
    Test number
    100051163652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass187,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    187,134 miles
    Test number
    202789301457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail187,134 miles (+2,696)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,134 miles
    Test number
    560167883743
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view drivers door mirror glass broken affecting view to rear (3.3 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass184,438 miles (+27)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    184,438 miles
    Test number
    956341774666
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged neaarside door mirror glass cracked but serviceable (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tread area of off side rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail184,411 miles (+7,315)7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,411 miles
    Test number
    275002781411
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all lights (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and the o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass177,096 miles (+110)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    177,096 miles
    Test number
    504195160780
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test fluffy dice (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded on inner face and corroded on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEye level stop inop
  10. Fail176,986 miles (+9,936)2 dangerous7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,986 miles
    Test number
    429328336503
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSuspension arm ball joint likely to become detached nut lose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering system fouling wheel arch liner (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test fluffy dice (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded on inner face and corroded on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEye level stop inop
  11. Pass167,050 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    167,050 miles
    Test number
    347589546759
    • AdvisoryCentre rear upper stop lamp not working - benefit of doubt as to connection given to vehicle presenter
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering arm
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  12. Fail167,050 miles (+9,404)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,050 miles
    Test number
    182883330291
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall damaged (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre rear upper stop lamp not working - benefit of doubt as to connection given to vehicle presenter
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering arm
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  13. Pass157,646 miles (+7,031)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    157,646 miles
    Test number
    949766281877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front steering arm inner joint
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components
  14. Pass150,615 miles (+19,195)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    150,615 miles
    Test number
    996933475157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass131,420 miles (+31,822)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    131,420 miles
    Test number
    937894974101
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass99,598 miles (+665)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,598 miles
    Test number
    106266763124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail98,933 miles (+29,133)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,933 miles
    Test number
    549909953135
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass69,800 miles (+1,371)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,800 miles
    Test number
    278372272127
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/f/fog light broken
  19. Pass68,429 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,429 miles
    Test number
    297188141230
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  20. Fail68,429 miles (+1,351)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,429 miles
    Test number
    478418141239
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  21. Pass67,078 miles (+3,555)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    67,078 miles
    Test number
    300537530488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,523 miles (+7,803)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,523 miles
    Test number
    240665409286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    55,720 miles
    Test number
    112631718253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,720 miles (+7,469)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,720 miles
    Test number
    220443108260
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass48,251 miles (+9,281)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,251 miles
    Test number
    194131817218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,970 miles
    Test number
    663536506240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 XJJ

Does LL03 XJJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 XJJ expired on 30 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 XJJ?
The MOT on LL03 XJJ expired on 30 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 XJJ done?
LL03 XJJ was recorded at 193,008 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2024, an average of 8,549 miles a year.
Has LL03 XJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 XJJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LL03 XJJ 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 XJJ find?
LL03 XJJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2024 with 6 advisories: exhaust corroded; nearside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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