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Skoda Fabia

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM03 VDRMOT history

LM03 VDR is a silver petrol Skoda Fabia first used on 22 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 76,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

LM03 VDR silver Skoda Fabia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2026
Mileage
76,927 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VDR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VDR was last recorded at 76,927 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 1,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,448 miles · 16 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,479 miles
Average per year
3,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,927 miles
  • 2024 – 75,448 miles
  • 2023 – 73,363 miles
  • 2022 – 70,838 miles
  • 2021 – 67,880 miles
  • 2020 – 63,748 miles
  • 2019 – 62,291 miles
  • 2018 – 59,991 miles
  • 2017 – 57,521 miles
  • 2016 – 55,616 miles
  • 2015 – 53,633 miles
  • 2014 – 50,273 miles
  • 2013 – 47,567 miles
  • 2012 – 44,909 miles
  • 2011 – 41,744 miles
  • 2010 – 37,396 miles
  • 2009 – 34,187 miles
  • 2008 – 28,423 miles
  • 2007 – 22,296 miles
  • 2006 – 16,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,927 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderneath the car is corroded

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,927 miles (+1,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    76,927 miles
    Test number
    428812617106
    • AdvisoryUnderneath the car is corroded

  2. Pass75,448 miles (+2,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    513657669008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass73,363 miles (+2,525)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    73,363 miles
    Test number
    388449579276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass70,838 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,838 miles
    Test number
    621035242115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail70,838 miles (+2,958)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,838 miles
    Test number
    861730364479
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass67,880 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    637735296112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail67,880 miles (+4,132)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    118566277223
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen jets got no pipe connection to washer (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass63,748 miles (+1,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,748 miles
    Test number
    824228344610
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust system deteriorated

  9. Pass62,291 miles (+2,300)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,291 miles
    Test number
    130099955559
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass59,991 miles (+2,470)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,991 miles
    Test number
    503096574034
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass57,521 miles (+1,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,521 miles
    Test number
    126219727140
    • AdvisoryFront both side wheel hubcup missing
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced LENS both side (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass55,616 miles (+1,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,616 miles
    Test number
    780795906379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper plus wing damaged
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass53,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,633 miles
    Test number
    516001405260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,633 miles (+3,360)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,633 miles
    Test number
    456811905256
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass50,273 miles (+2,706)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,273 miles
    Test number
    376072804409
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass47,567 miles (+2,658)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,567 miles
    Test number
    249416993445
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front wing is damaged

  17. Pass44,909 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,909 miles
    Test number
    267197002206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,744 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,744 miles
    Test number
    105560421288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,396 miles
    Test number
    860507400224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,396 miles (+3,209)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,396 miles
    Test number
    773457400221
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass34,187 miles (+5,764)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,187 miles
    Test number
    971871719279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    28,423 miles
    Test number
    344654218249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,423 miles (+6,127)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,423 miles
    Test number
    121904718234
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDEWALLS SPLIT !!

  24. Pass22,296 miles (+5,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,296 miles
    Test number
    131857807215
    • NoteAdvise both front wiper blades split at ends

  25. Pass16,668 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,668 miles
    Test number
    202912316279
    • NoteCrack in O/S of windscreen outside of swept area
    • NoteFront No plate cracked and slightly deteriorated but still readable
    • NoteHigh level stoplight not working

Questions about LM03 VDR

Does LM03 VDR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 VDR expired on 22 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VDR?
The MOT on LM03 VDR expired on 22 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 VDR done?
LM03 VDR was recorded at 76,927 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 3,181 miles a year.
Has LM03 VDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VDR has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 VDR 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 VDR find?
LM03 VDR passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: underneath the car is corroded.

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