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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LM03 RNEMOT history

LM03 RNE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 86,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2023.

LM03 RNE silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2024
Mileage
86,801 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 RNE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 RNE was last recorded at 86,801 miles on 28 Oct 2023, 6,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,558 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
6,243 miles
Average per year
3,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 86,801 miles
  • 2022 – 80,558 miles
  • 2021 – 77,666 miles
  • 2020 – 75,638 miles
  • 2019 – 73,165 miles
  • 2018 – 71,240 miles
  • 2017 – 69,536 miles
  • 2016 – 65,771 miles
  • 2015 – 60,047 miles
  • 2014 – 52,429 miles
  • 2013 – 49,596 miles
  • 2012 – 47,171 miles
  • 2011 – 45,290 miles
  • 2010 – 37,837 miles
  • 2009 – 31,533 miles
  • 2008 – 26,468 miles
  • 2007 – 21,363 miles
  • 2006 – 18,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,801 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,801 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,801 miles
    Test number
    480308523614
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,801 miles (+6,243)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,801 miles
    Test number
    313364244923
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,558 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,558 miles
    Test number
    247053323681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail80,549 miles (+2,883)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,549 miles
    Test number
    295843537727
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass77,666 miles (+2,028)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,666 miles
    Test number
    304632758596
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass75,638 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,638 miles
    Test number
    715947597060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,636 miles (+2,471)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,636 miles
    Test number
    779954620964
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass73,165 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,165 miles
    Test number
    475160930733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    417031904151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,240 miles (+1,704)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    522215785706
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass69,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,536 miles
    Test number
    328642705261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,356 miles (+3,585)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,356 miles
    Test number
    677505572374
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  13. Pass65,771 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,771 miles
    Test number
    944084357253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail65,771 miles (+5,724)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,771 miles
    Test number
    970191506965
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass60,047 miles (+7,618)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,047 miles
    Test number
    435709525132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  16. Pass52,429 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,429 miles
    Test number
    227972424166
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail52,429 miles (+2,833)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,429 miles
    Test number
    669082124170
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,596 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,596 miles
    Test number
    319387073122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,171 miles (+1,881)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,171 miles
    Test number
    618525692194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)
    • NoteTIMMING BELT TO BE CHEEK
    • NoteTRACKING

  20. Pass45,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,290 miles
    Test number
    208844671105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,290 miles (+7,453)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,290 miles
    Test number
    386244171181
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass37,837 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,837 miles
    Test number
    524895350135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,802 miles (+6,269)2 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,802 miles
    Test number
    851802650104
    • DangerousFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass31,533 miles (+5,065)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,533 miles
    Test number
    974349959120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,468 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,468 miles
    Test number
    784025658168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,319 miles (+4,956)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,319 miles
    Test number
    503469048197
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  27. Pass21,363 miles (+3,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    21,363 miles
    Test number
    161975857168
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass18,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    18,024 miles
    Test number
    233770066165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail18,024 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,024 miles
    Test number
    202530266464
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM03 RNE

Does LM03 RNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 RNE expired on 27 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 RNE?
The MOT on LM03 RNE expired on 27 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 RNE done?
LM03 RNE was recorded at 86,801 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2023, an average of 3,956 miles a year.
Has LM03 RNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 RNE has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 RNE 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 RNE find?
LM03 RNE passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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