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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LM03 UZXMOT history

LM03 UZX is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 60,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2026.

LM03 UZX red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
60,861 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 UZX
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
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM03 UZX was last recorded at 60,861 miles on 29 Oct 2026, 1,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2009: 10,344 miles, lower than 17,270 miles on 12 May 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
59,789 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1,072 miles
Average per year
2,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,861 miles
  • 2025 – 59,789 miles
  • 2024 – 57,218 miles
  • 2023 – 55,283 miles
  • 2022 – 52,889 miles
  • 2021 – 47,798 miles
  • 2020 – 43,454 miles
  • 2019 – 38,690 miles
  • 2018 – 35,891 miles
  • 2017 – 32,406 miles
  • 2016 – 28,692 miles
  • 2015 – 24,002 miles
  • 2014 – 23,076 miles
  • 2013 – 21,571 miles
  • 2012 – 17,592 miles
  • 2011 – 14,508 miles
  • 2010 – 11,345 miles
  • 2009 – 10,344 miles
  • 2008 – 17,270 miles
  • 2007 – 8,111 miles
  • 2006 – 6,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail60,861 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Eml on pre 1st july 2003

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail60,861 miles (+1,072)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,861 miles
    Test number
    989251206592
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass59,789 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    158866999113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail59,771 miles (+72)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,771 miles
    Test number
    232760456908
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on pre 1st july 2003

  4. Fail59,699 miles (+2,481)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,699 miles
    Test number
    923592195847
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on pre 1st july 2003

  5. Pass57,218 miles (+1,935)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    57,218 miles
    Test number
    521769877873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,283 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    55,283 miles
    Test number
    766391088215
    • AdvisoryExhaust emission limits only just met
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Centre clamp deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail55,283 miles (+2,394)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,283 miles
    Test number
    716587736976
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emission limits only just met
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Centre clamp deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass52,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    52,889 miles
    Test number
    466278469910
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail52,889 miles (+5,091)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,889 miles
    Test number
    502701889628
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass47,798 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,798 miles
    Test number
    356907657165
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail47,798 miles (+4,344)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,798 miles
    Test number
    761196327543
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass43,454 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    43,454 miles
    Test number
    707123805243
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high

  13. Fail43,450 miles (+4,760)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,450 miles
    Test number
    943648141017
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high

  14. Pass38,690 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    38,690 miles
    Test number
    192599391246
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp mounting has slight damage

  15. Fail38,690 miles (+2,799)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,690 miles
    Test number
    523893981439
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp mounting has slight damage

  16. Pass35,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,891 miles
    Test number
    357491085633
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorating

  17. Fail35,891 miles (+3,485)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,891 miles
    Test number
    386935306850
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorating

  18. Pass32,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    32,406 miles
    Test number
    774109965974
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing low and perished

  19. Fail32,406 miles (+3,714)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,406 miles
    Test number
    765753132302
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing low and perished
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low

  20. Pass28,692 miles (+4,690)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    28,692 miles
    Test number
    728278257514
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass24,002 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    24,002 miles
    Test number
    335596725430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    23,076 miles
    Test number
    155695324251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,076 miles (+1,505)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,076 miles
    Test number
    345444924241
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass21,571 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,571 miles
    Test number
    537390043240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail21,556 miles (+3,964)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,556 miles
    Test number
    206259133230
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass17,592 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,592 miles
    Test number
    318851542414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,508 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    14,508 miles
    Test number
    425522841289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,345 miles (+1,001)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    11,345 miles
    Test number
    601032630157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass10,344 miles (-6,926)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    10,344 miles
    Test number
    584182039143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,270 miles (+9,159)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,270 miles
    Test number
    371163338106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass8,111 miles (+1,266)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    8,111 miles
    Test number
    880336937131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass6,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    6,845 miles
    Test number
    182238926106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 UZX

Does LM03 UZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 UZX is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM03 UZX?
The MOT on LM03 UZX is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 UZX done?
LM03 UZX was recorded at 60,861 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2026, an average of 2,638 miles a year.
Has LM03 UZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 UZX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 UZX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM03 UZX find?
LM03 UZX failed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2026 with 7 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe flexi, and 8 more.

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