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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LR03 EAFMOT history

LR03 EAF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2023.

LR03 EAF blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2024
Mileage
75,268 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 EAF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 EAF was last recorded at 75,268 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Nov 2023: 75,222 miles, lower than 77,740 miles on 18 Nov 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
75,222 miles · 22 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
3,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 75,268 miles
  • 2022 – 77,740 miles
  • 2021 – 67,965 miles
  • 2020 – 65,606 miles
  • 2019 – 62,357 miles
  • 2018 – 57,746 miles
  • 2017 – 51,111 miles
  • 2016 – 43,905 miles
  • 2015 – 43,125 miles
  • 2014 – 38,838 miles
  • 2013 – 34,306 miles
  • 2012 – 30,567 miles
  • 2011 – 25,347 miles
  • 2010 – 23,571 miles
  • 2009 – 22,058 miles
  • 2008 – 19,534 miles
  • 2007 – 17,065 miles
  • 2006 – 13,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,268 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,268 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    181249651300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Fail75,222 miles (-2,518)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,222 miles
    Test number
    358081851487
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass77,740 miles (+9,775)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    77,740 miles
    Test number
    142005265191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass67,965 miles (+2,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,965 miles
    Test number
    935750633423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass65,606 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,606 miles
    Test number
    276835899890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,357 miles (+4,611)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,357 miles
    Test number
    619985511177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass57,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    57,746 miles
    Test number
    341184665147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,746 miles (+6,635)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,746 miles
    Test number
    668159385951
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass51,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    51,111 miles
    Test number
    290431877162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on inner treads
    • AdvisoryN/sf, o/sf, n/sr seat belts are all slow to fully retract.

  10. Fail51,111 miles (+7,206)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,111 miles
    Test number
    849254932341
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on inner treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryN/sf, o/sf, n/sr seat belts are all slow to fully retract.

  11. Pass43,905 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,905 miles
    Test number
    651355731701
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail43,905 miles (+780)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,905 miles
    Test number
    707018082793
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass43,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    43,125 miles
    Test number
    247669844024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,125 miles (+4,287)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,125 miles
    Test number
    849948799326
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass38,838 miles (+4,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    38,838 miles
    Test number
    378795444377
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass34,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    34,306 miles
    Test number
    407955463489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,306 miles (+3,739)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,306 miles
    Test number
    187244363343
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass30,567 miles (+2,680)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,567 miles
    Test number
    426726962392
    • NoteREAR WASHERS NOT WORKING

  19. Pass27,887 miles (+2,540)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,887 miles
    Test number
    905560472060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing slightly
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer wall has minor cut
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  20. Pass25,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,347 miles
    Test number
    919888271083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,347 miles (+1,776)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,347 miles
    Test number
    488958171089
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass23,571 miles (+1,513)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,571 miles
    Test number
    751363580048
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass22,058 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,058 miles
    Test number
    803513989048
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/sr tyre has small splits to outer wall

  24. Fail22,058 miles (+2,524)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,058 miles
    Test number
    672052289025
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/sr tyre has small splits to outer wall

  25. Pass19,534 miles (+2,469)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,534 miles
    Test number
    644789478049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,065 miles (+3,361)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,065 miles
    Test number
    612718577000
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass13,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,704 miles
    Test number
    494849676076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail13,704 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,704 miles
    Test number
    833009876039
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LR03 EAF

Does LR03 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 EAF expired on 27 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 EAF?
The MOT on LR03 EAF expired on 27 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 EAF done?
LR03 EAF was recorded at 75,268 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 3,480 miles a year.
Has LR03 EAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 EAF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 EAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Nov 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 EAF find?
LR03 EAF passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated.

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