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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LM03 ODSMOT history

LM03 ODS is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 75,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

LM03 ODS red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
75,910 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 ODS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 ODS was last recorded at 75,910 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 11,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,934 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,976 miles
Average per year
3,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,910 miles
  • 2024 – 63,934 miles
  • 2023 – 53,267 miles
  • 2022 – 47,281 miles
  • 2021 – 41,589 miles
  • 2017 – 41,568 miles
  • 2016 – 37,838 miles
  • 2015 – 36,722 miles
  • 2014 – 35,004 miles
  • 2013 – 31,717 miles
  • 2012 – 26,851 miles
  • 2011 – 23,989 miles
  • 2010 – 21,376 miles
  • 2009 – 19,164 miles
  • 2008 – 15,604 miles
  • 2006 – 10,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,910 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Tyres cracked & perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,910 miles (+11,976)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    75,910 miles
    Test number
    557659163584
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass63,934 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,934 miles
    Test number
    377719440062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres cracked & perished

  3. Fail63,906 miles (+10,639)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,906 miles
    Test number
    854071704156
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres cracked & perished

  4. Pass53,267 miles (+5,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    53,267 miles
    Test number
    244601010356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass47,281 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    47,281 miles
    Test number
    916322502743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  6. Fail47,281 miles (+5,692)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,281 miles
    Test number
    967606328209
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  7. Pass41,589 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    41,589 miles
    Test number
    878902503947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    41,568 miles
    Test number
    472868128257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,568 miles (+3,730)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,568 miles
    Test number
    766648493670
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass37,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    37,838 miles
    Test number
    184294648857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail37,837 miles (+1,115)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,837 miles
    Test number
    675681973828
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  12. Pass36,722 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,722 miles
    Test number
    278210013039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,721 miles (+1,717)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,721 miles
    Test number
    321590208514
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass35,004 miles (+3,287)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,004 miles
    Test number
    339621424349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass31,717 miles (+4,866)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,717 miles
    Test number
    118105023355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,851 miles (+2,862)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,851 miles
    Test number
    568540952163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,989 miles
    Test number
    267016331449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,989 miles (+2,613)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,989 miles
    Test number
    159786831129
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass21,376 miles (+2,212)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,376 miles
    Test number
    594930740119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise offside front tyre worn on inner edge and nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass19,164 miles (+3,560)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,164 miles
    Test number
    890317229142
    • NoteAdvise front tyres wearing on inside edge
    • NoteAdvise hand brake lever adjustment

  21. Pass15,604 miles (+4,926)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,604 miles
    Test number
    702562048190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    10,678 miles
    Test number
    871172686178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 ODS

Does LM03 ODS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 ODS is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 ODS?
The MOT on LM03 ODS is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 ODS done?
LM03 ODS was recorded at 75,910 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,243 miles a year.
Has LM03 ODS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 ODS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM03 ODS 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 LM03 ODS find?
LM03 ODS passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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