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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR03 XXSMOT history

LR03 XXS is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 101,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

LR03 XXS silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
101,715 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 XXS
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
25 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 XXS was last recorded at 101,715 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,574 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
141 miles
Average per year
3,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,715 miles
  • 2024 – 101,574 miles
  • 2023 – 101,120 miles
  • 2022 – 100,618 miles
  • 2021 – 99,236 miles
  • 2020 – 98,115 miles
  • 2019 – 96,812 miles
  • 2018 – 95,944 miles
  • 2017 – 95,061 miles
  • 2016 – 93,403 miles
  • 2015 – 91,769 miles
  • 2014 – 87,130 miles
  • 2013 – 80,750 miles
  • 2012 – 74,525 miles
  • 2011 – 68,081 miles
  • 2010 – 60,689 miles
  • 2009 – 51,946 miles
  • 2008 – 42,444 miles
  • 2007 – 33,716 miles
  • 2006 – 25,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,715 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Coil spring corroded All 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,715 miles (+141)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    101,715 miles
    Test number
    532098732416
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,574 miles (+454)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    101,574 miles
    Test number
    418701339866
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass101,120 miles (+502)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,120 miles
    Test number
    284200059703
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,618 miles (+1,382)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    714981416005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass99,236 miles (+1,121)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,236 miles
    Test number
    553906817358
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Back box outer skin corroded but not excessively

  6. Pass98,115 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,115 miles
    Test number
    443941577213
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer ‘skin’ flaking and corroded but not leaking.
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail98,115 miles (+1,303)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,115 miles
    Test number
    947994580847
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer ‘skin’ flaking and corroded but not leaking.
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass96,812 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,812 miles
    Test number
    196575951499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,944 miles
    Test number
    413057364333
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  10. Fail95,944 miles (+883)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,944 miles
    Test number
    287212427151
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  11. Pass95,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    409338533190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,061 miles (+1,658)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    988878846309
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass93,403 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,403 miles
    Test number
    688786179004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    91,769 miles
    Test number
    975107915114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,769 miles (+4,639)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,769 miles
    Test number
    385947115104
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass87,130 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    327524104152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  17. Fail87,130 miles (+6,380)2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    567384604144
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass80,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,750 miles
    Test number
    696941603103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,750 miles (+6,225)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,750 miles
    Test number
    916471003131
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass74,525 miles (+6,444)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,525 miles
    Test number
    275238802135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,081 miles
    Test number
    616178001163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,081 miles (+7,392)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,081 miles
    Test number
    368678201142
    • DangerousOffside inner front tyre worn close to the legal limit
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass60,689 miles (+298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,689 miles
    Test number
    464009010170
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

  24. Fail60,391 miles (+8,445)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,391 miles
    Test number
    141779900196
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

  25. Pass51,946 miles (+9,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,946 miles
    Test number
    612182519191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass42,444 miles (+8,728)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,444 miles
    Test number
    204403118476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHandbrake nearing end of reserve travel

  27. Pass33,716 miles (+7,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,716 miles
    Test number
    944637107108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass25,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,751 miles
    Test number
    802291216197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 XXS

Does LR03 XXS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 XXS expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 XXS?
The MOT on LR03 XXS expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 XXS done?
LR03 XXS was recorded at 101,715 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 3,894 miles a year.
Has LR03 XXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 XXS has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LR03 XXS 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 LR03 XXS find?
LR03 XXS passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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