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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,422 cc

LM03 WWZMOT history

LM03 WWZ is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 142,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LM03 WWZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
142,848 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 WWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 WWZ was last recorded at 142,848 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 3,792 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,056 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,792 miles
Average per year
4,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,848 miles
  • 2025 – 139,056 miles
  • 2024 – 135,060 miles
  • 2023 – 130,372 miles
  • 2022 – 127,340 miles
  • 2021 – 123,425 miles
  • 2020 – 121,341 miles
  • 2019 – 116,921 miles
  • 2018 – 111,319 miles
  • 2017 – 105,202 miles
  • 2016 – 99,348 miles
  • 2015 – 93,468 miles
  • 2014 – 88,572 miles
  • 2013 – 83,736 miles
  • 2012 – 77,913 miles
  • 2011 – 71,944 miles
  • 2010 – 67,049 miles
  • 2009 – 61,798 miles
  • 2008 – 56,116 miles
  • 2007 – 50,680 miles
  • 2006 – 45,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,848 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,848 miles (+3,792)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    142,848 miles
    Test number
    774720229031
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,056 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    139,056 miles
    Test number
    528735133908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail139,052 miles (+3,992)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,052 miles
    Test number
    615568157761
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass135,060 miles (+255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    135,060 miles
    Test number
    736558899888
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail134,805 miles (+4,433)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,805 miles
    Test number
    880381692069
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,372 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,372 miles
    Test number
    453866326498
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail130,370 miles (+3,030)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,370 miles
    Test number
    279694433292
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass127,340 miles (+3,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    127,340 miles
    Test number
    579243319700
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass123,425 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    123,425 miles
    Test number
    464886791887
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail123,423 miles (+2,082)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,423 miles
    Test number
    568335988746
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass121,341 miles (+4,420)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    121,341 miles
    Test number
    485498182133
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass116,921 miles (+5,602)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,921 miles
    Test number
    412537524537
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass111,319 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,319 miles
    Test number
    460014766916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail111,319 miles (+6,117)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,319 miles
    Test number
    380929253656
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass105,202 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,202 miles
    Test number
    756437057932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail105,200 miles (+5,852)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,200 miles
    Test number
    636278901613
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass99,348 miles (+5,880)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,348 miles
    Test number
    431114008826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,468 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    239614055454
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail93,468 miles (+4,896)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    346473655139
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass88,572 miles (+4,836)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,572 miles
    Test number
    619263754146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,736 miles (+5,823)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,736 miles
    Test number
    238765753453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,913 miles (+5,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,913 miles
    Test number
    197816632151
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass71,944 miles (+4,895)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,944 miles
    Test number
    455523841137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,049 miles (+5,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,049 miles
    Test number
    164874040125
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail61,798 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,798 miles
    Test number
    214905059142
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  26. Pass61,798 miles (+5,682)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,798 miles
    Test number
    811835759142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,116 miles (+5,436)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,116 miles
    Test number
    193553558176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,680 miles (+4,714)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,680 miles
    Test number
    234273177437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass45,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,966 miles
    Test number
    291777176401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 WWZ

Does LM03 WWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 WWZ is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 WWZ?
The MOT on LM03 WWZ is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 WWZ done?
LM03 WWZ was recorded at 142,848 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 4,830 miles a year.
Has LM03 WWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 WWZ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 WWZ 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 WWZ find?
LM03 WWZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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