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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LM03 WTFMOT history

LM03 WTF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 99,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

LM03 WTF silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,784 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 WTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 WTF was last recorded at 99,784 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,523 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
261 miles
Average per year
4,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,784 miles
  • 2025 – 89,779 miles
  • 2024 – 80,805 miles
  • 2023 – 72,083 miles
  • 2022 – 66,413 miles
  • 2021 – 60,132 miles
  • 2020 – 55,045 miles
  • 2019 – 50,650 miles
  • 2018 – 46,938 miles
  • 2017 – 43,649 miles
  • 2016 – 39,445 miles
  • 2015 – 35,928 miles
  • 2014 – 33,879 miles
  • 2012 – 26,376 miles
  • 2011 – 19,090 miles
  • 2010 – 10,153 miles
  • 2009 – 8,992 miles
  • 2008 – 8,307 miles
  • 2007 – 7,127 miles
  • 2006 – 5,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,784 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flex damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front brake pads wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,784 miles (+261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,784 miles
    Test number
    435222613307
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail99,523 miles (+9,744)3 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,523 miles
    Test number
    909266311669
    • DangerousBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced both h/lamps [lens] (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to inner edges
  3. Pass89,779 miles (+112)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    89,779 miles
    Test number
    298067520795
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flex damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper silencer casing corroded
  4. Fail89,667 miles (+8,862)2 dangerous7 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,667 miles
    Test number
    199932529425
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dazzling other road users (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flex damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper silencer casing corroded
  5. Pass80,805 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,805 miles
    Test number
    305930696654
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn slightly to inside edges
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex-- pipe blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box casing corroded
  6. Fail80,805 miles (+8,722)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,805 miles
    Test number
    891528333673
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn slightly to inside edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box casing corroded
  7. Pass72,083 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,083 miles
    Test number
    511634780713
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper silencer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail72,083 miles (+5,670)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,083 miles
    Test number
    683115776444
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both lens faded excess (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper silencer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass66,413 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    66,413 miles
    Test number
    142276694779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust silencer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail66,413 miles (+6,281)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,413 miles
    Test number
    606224935427
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust silencer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass60,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    563378778859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,132 miles (+5,087)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    109590300045
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  13. Pass55,045 miles (+4,395)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,045 miles
    Test number
    580734640656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,650 miles (+3,712)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,650 miles
    Test number
    997750043330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,938 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    46,938 miles
    Test number
    492275823828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,649 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,649 miles
    Test number
    783431110655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,445 miles (+3,517)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,445 miles
    Test number
    976286426558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,928 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,928 miles
    Test number
    898644725038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,879 miles (+7,503)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,879 miles
    Test number
    666107304063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,376 miles (+7,286)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    26,376 miles
    Test number
    127887342303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,090 miles (+8,937)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    19,090 miles
    Test number
    947795311312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,153 miles (+1,161)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    10,153 miles
    Test number
    791391280127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    8,992 miles
    Test number
    350947279141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail8,992 miles (+685)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,992 miles
    Test number
    540947779176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  25. Pass8,307 miles (+1,180)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    8,307 miles
    Test number
    782303888188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,127 miles (+1,570)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    7,127 miles
    Test number
    234223087425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    5,557 miles
    Test number
    562496386191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 WTF

Does LM03 WTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 WTF is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 WTF?
The MOT on LM03 WTF is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 WTF done?
LM03 WTF was recorded at 99,784 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 4,804 miles a year.
Has LM03 WTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 WTF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 WTF 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 WTF find?
LM03 WTF passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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