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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LM03 WVAMOT history

LM03 WVA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 133,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2022.

LM03 WVA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2023
Mileage
133,350 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 WVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 WVA was last recorded at 133,350 miles on 24 Jun 2022, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,299 miles · 22 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
7,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,350 miles
  • 2021 – 127,065 miles
  • 2020 – 120,339 miles
  • 2019 – 114,208 miles
  • 2018 – 109,404 miles
  • 2017 – 107,269 miles
  • 2016 – 100,543 miles
  • 2015 – 93,582 miles
  • 2014 – 86,960 miles
  • 2013 – 77,465 miles
  • 2012 – 71,427 miles
  • 2011 – 65,141 miles
  • 2010 – 58,152 miles
  • 2009 – 47,093 miles
  • 2008 – 36,061 miles
  • 2007 – 25,833 miles
  • 2006 – 16,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,350 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,350 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    133,350 miles
    Test number
    223142542191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail133,299 miles (+6,234)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,299 miles
    Test number
    840933580006
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  3. Pass127,065 miles (+62)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    127,065 miles
    Test number
    745162303221
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail127,003 miles (+6,664)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,003 miles
    Test number
    570859424396
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,339 miles (+6,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    120,339 miles
    Test number
    226117230534
    • AdvisoryNearside front cv boot cracking

  6. Pass114,208 miles (+13)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,208 miles
    Test number
    651265323559
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail114,195 miles (+4,791)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,195 miles
    Test number
    204378415600
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass109,404 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    109,404 miles
    Test number
    930257512691
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail109,404 miles (+2,135)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,404 miles
    Test number
    707603294576
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass107,269 miles (+6,726)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    107,269 miles
    Test number
    562028797598
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer rusted

  11. Pass100,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,543 miles
    Test number
    925144291207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,543 miles (+6,961)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,543 miles
    Test number
    207417814433
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail93,582 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,582 miles
    Test number
    368557675183
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass93,582 miles (+6,622)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    93,582 miles
    Test number
    856117375137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,960 miles (+9,495)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,960 miles
    Test number
    179441974103
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass77,465 miles (+6,038)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,465 miles
    Test number
    165862873190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    71,427 miles
    Test number
    656099572191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,427 miles (+6,286)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,427 miles
    Test number
    438069272177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass65,141 miles (+6,989)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,141 miles
    Test number
    176720581106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,152 miles (+11,059)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,152 miles
    Test number
    884665770164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,093 miles
    Test number
    244806379430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail47,093 miles (+11,032)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,093 miles
    Test number
    891096279179
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail36,061 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,061 miles
    Test number
    220240788120
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass36,061 miles (+10,228)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,061 miles
    Test number
    920150988116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,833 miles
    Test number
    354106977114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,833 miles (+9,302)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,833 miles
    Test number
    210856277129
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass16,531 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,531 miles
    Test number
    382117166128
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Questions about LM03 WVA

Does LM03 WVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 WVA expired on 28 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 WVA?
The MOT on LM03 WVA expired on 28 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 WVA done?
LM03 WVA was recorded at 133,350 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2022, an average of 7,291 miles a year.
Has LM03 WVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 WVA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 WVA 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 WVA find?
LM03 WVA passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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