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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM03 UHUMOT history

LM03 UHU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 88,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LM03 UHU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,175 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 UHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 UHU was last recorded at 88,175 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,158 miles · 8 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
3,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,175 miles
  • 2025 – 84,702 miles
  • 2024 – 80,002 miles
  • 2023 – 72,801 miles
  • 2022 – 70,961 miles
  • 2021 – 66,772 miles
  • 2020 – 62,905 miles
  • 2019 – 54,835 miles
  • 2018 – 47,741 miles
  • 2017 – 42,780 miles
  • 2016 – 35,112 miles
  • 2015 – 27,765 miles
  • 2014 – 24,667 miles
  • 2013 – 22,379 miles
  • 2012 – 18,323 miles
  • 2011 – 16,964 miles
  • 2010 – 16,043 miles
  • 2009 – 14,907 miles
  • 2008 – 13,230 miles
  • 2007 – 11,349 miles
  • 2006 – 9,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,175 miles
  • AdvisoryEML illuminated.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,175 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,175 miles
    Test number
    100903924356
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,158 miles (+3,456)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,158 miles
    Test number
    304089636559
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,702 miles (+4,700)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    84,702 miles
    Test number
    389778367743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,002 miles (+7,201)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,002 miles
    Test number
    308844567856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,801 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,801 miles
    Test number
    295255482477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,961 miles (+4,189)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,961 miles
    Test number
    833158435761
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroed
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryMinor oil Leck from sump area

  7. Pass66,772 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,772 miles
    Test number
    310593363186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,905 miles (+87)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,905 miles
    Test number
    775004027433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail62,818 miles (+7,983)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,818 miles
    Test number
    114339911444
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass54,835 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    143412858736
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail54,814 miles (+7,073)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,814 miles
    Test number
    641531019695
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass47,741 miles (+4,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    47,741 miles
    Test number
    359717690751
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Inner bush play. Advise replacement (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass42,780 miles (+7,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,780 miles
    Test number
    447554670451
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  14. Pass35,112 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,112 miles
    Test number
    774914418955
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail35,098 miles (+7,333)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,098 miles
    Test number
    383011974392
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass27,765 miles (+3,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,765 miles
    Test number
    546185955109
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass24,667 miles (+2,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,667 miles
    Test number
    946271584110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass22,379 miles (+4,056)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,379 miles
    Test number
    999932183117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,323 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    18,323 miles
    Test number
    228578672421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,964 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,964 miles
    Test number
    715531151128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,043 miles (+1,136)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    16,043 miles
    Test number
    643768750145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    14,907 miles
    Test number
    232826759158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,907 miles (+1,677)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,907 miles
    Test number
    291516259143
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass13,230 miles (+1,881)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    13,230 miles
    Test number
    781081678136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,349 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    11,349 miles
    Test number
    833746777196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,128 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    9,128 miles
    Test number
    961955186125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LM03 UHU

Does LM03 UHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 UHU is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 UHU?
The MOT on LM03 UHU is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 UHU done?
LM03 UHU was recorded at 88,175 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 3,916 miles a year.
Has LM03 UHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 UHU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 UHU 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 UHU find?
LM03 UHU passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: eml illuminated.; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; oil leak, but not excessive engine..

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