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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM03 XDTMOT history

LM03 XDT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 37,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LM03 XDT silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
37,825 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 XDT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 XDT was last recorded at 37,825 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 3,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,728 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,097 miles
Average per year
1,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 37,825 miles
  • 2024 – 34,728 miles
  • 2023 – 32,017 miles
  • 2022 – 31,645 miles
  • 2021 – 31,352 miles
  • 2020 – 30,416 miles
  • 2018 – 29,442 miles
  • 2017 – 28,353 miles
  • 2015 – 27,381 miles
  • 2014 – 24,507 miles
  • 2013 – 23,493 miles
  • 2012 – 22,570 miles
  • 2011 – 21,341 miles
  • 2010 – 19,273 miles
  • 2009 – 17,144 miles
  • 2008 – 15,181 miles
  • 2007 – 12,735 miles
  • 2006 – 9,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,825 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Emissions carbon monoxide content close to pass limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass37,825 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    37,825 miles
    Test number
    898738062629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail37,825 miles (+3,097)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,825 miles
    Test number
    845942015112
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass34,728 miles (+2,711)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    34,728 miles
    Test number
    595729608500
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass32,017 miles (+372)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    32,017 miles
    Test number
    795678440909
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass31,645 miles (+293)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    31,645 miles
    Test number
    874803941495
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outter wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass31,352 miles (+936)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    31,352 miles
    Test number
    782497923621
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lights have slight interaction.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall and in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer skin.

  7. Pass30,416 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    30,416 miles
    Test number
    172728366277
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light has slight interaction.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin slightly rusty.

  8. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    840645871054
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass29,442 miles (+1,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    29,442 miles
    Test number
    707857073196
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass28,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    28,353 miles
    Test number
    524640452150
    • AdvisoryAir bag light goes out on starting but can see a slight glow system seems to work

  11. Fail28,353 miles (+972)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,353 miles
    Test number
    913772251982
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAir bag light goes out on starting but can see a slight glow system seems to work

  12. Pass27,381 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,381 miles
    Test number
    396599769238
    • AdvisoryEmissions carbon monoxide content close to pass limit
    • AdvisoryInternal headlight adjuster set to 0

  13. Fail27,369 miles (+2,862)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,369 miles
    Test number
    343154247928
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also worn on outer shoulder (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEmissions carbon monoxide content close to pass limit
    • AdvisoryInternal headlight adjuster set to 0

  14. Pass24,507 miles (+1,014)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,507 miles
    Test number
    715428064137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,493 miles (+923)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,493 miles
    Test number
    828365473187
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly perished outer wall

  16. Pass22,570 miles (+1,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,570 miles
    Test number
    448741062194
    • 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)

  17. Fail21,341 miles5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,341 miles
    Test number
    147067651151
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • 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)

  18. Pass21,341 miles (+2,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,341 miles
    Test number
    698647951117
    • 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)

  19. Pass19,273 miles (+2,129)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,273 miles
    Test number
    473723560155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,144 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    17,144 miles
    Test number
    470427369192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,181 miles (+2,446)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,181 miles
    Test number
    164161168134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,735 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,735 miles
    Test number
    571965667136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    9,968 miles
    Test number
    950720486179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 XDT

Does LM03 XDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 XDT is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM03 XDT?
The MOT on LM03 XDT is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 XDT done?
LM03 XDT was recorded at 37,825 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 1,435 miles a year.
Has LM03 XDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 XDT has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 XDT 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 XDT find?
LM03 XDT passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 4 more.

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