
Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc
LR03 XYUMOT history
LR03 XYU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 211,002 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 6 Apr 2024
- Mileage
- 211,002 mi
- At MOT on 28 Mar 2023
- MOT tests
- 34
- 18 passed · 16 failed
- Per year
- Not enough data
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR03 XYU
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 10 Apr 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Mar 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR03 XYU was last recorded at 211,002 miles on 28 Mar 2023, 7,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 4 Apr 2006: 72,075 miles, lower than 725,075 miles on 3 Apr 2006.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 203,536 miles · 18 Mar 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 7,466 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 211,002 miles
- 2022 – 203,536 miles
- 2021 – 197,652 miles
- 2020 – 196,325 miles
- 2019 – 193,860 miles
- 2018 – 192,922 miles
- 2017 – 191,706 miles
- 2016 – 189,980 miles
- 2015 – 181,679 miles
- 2014 – 175,000 miles
- 2013 – 159,438 miles
- 2012 – 153,466 miles
- 2011 – 143,693 miles
- 2010 – 135,288 miles
- 2009 – 121,619 miles
- 2008 – 105,057 miles
- 2007 – 86,536 miles
- 2006 – 72,075 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryFront lower wings starting to rust
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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
34 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass211,002 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 211,002 miles
- Test number
- 276090154626
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront lower wings starting to rust
Fail211,002 miles (+7,466)1 repaired7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 211,002 miles
- Test number
- 901440977038
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront lower wings starting to rust
Pass203,536 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 203,536 miles
- Test number
- 618735900951
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEml light on
Fail203,536 miles (+5,884)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 203,536 miles
- Test number
- 825413706589
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEml light on
Pass197,652 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 197,652 miles
- Test number
- 990985071707
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEML On
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail197,649 miles (+1,324)7 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 197,649 miles
- Test number
- 951914796759
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEML On
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass196,325 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 196,325 miles
- Test number
- 666919536681
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
- AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
Fail196,325 miles (+11)5 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 196,325 miles
- Test number
- 971810925468
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (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))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
- AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
Fail196,314 miles (+2,454)10 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 196,314 miles
- Test number
- 900628949395
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass193,860 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 193,860 miles
- Test number
- 385833269142
- AdvisoryHigh handbrake travel
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Fail193,860 miles (+938)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 193,860 miles
- Test number
- 355054335685
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- AdvisoryHigh handbrake travel
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass192,922 miles (+1,216)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 192,922 miles
- Test number
- 828791638974
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass191,706 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 191,706 miles
- Test number
- 888328293920
- AdvisoryNearside front brake hose perished
- AdvisoryNearside front/rear wishbone bush deteriorating
- AdvisoryOffside front brake hose perished
Fail191,706 miles (+1,726)6 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 191,706 miles
- Test number
- 671197218046
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake hose perished
- AdvisoryNearside front/rear wishbone bush deteriorating
- AdvisoryOffside front brake hose perished
Pass189,980 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 189,980 miles
- Test number
- 791886563155
- AdvisoryRear box corroded
Fail189,980 miles (+8,301)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 189,980 miles
- Test number
- 804693111463
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryRear box corroded
Pass181,679 miles (+263)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 181,679 miles
- Test number
- 739989675043
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail181,416 miles (+6,416)4 failures12 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 181,416 miles
- Test number
- 116573675427
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteEngine oil level low
Pass175,000 miles (+3)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 175,000 miles
- Test number
- 475470584006
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Fail174,997 miles (+15,559)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 174,997 miles
- Test number
- 495219474067
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass159,438 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 159,438 miles
- Test number
- 858548593025
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail159,434 miles (+5,968)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 159,434 miles
- Test number
- 885248493049
- FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail153,466 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,466 miles
- Test number
- 229291902174
- Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass153,466 miles (+9,773)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 153,466 miles
- Test number
- 258171102128
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass143,693 miles (+8,405)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 143,693 miles
- Test number
- 868502291001
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass135,288 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 135,288 miles
- Test number
- 572799690073
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- NoteRear number plate deteriorated replace a.s.a.p. Nearside front inner wheel rim recently damaged straighten rim TEMP REPAIR Advise new wheel rim's
Fail135,288 miles (+13,669)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,288 miles
- Test number
- 642869990054
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- NoteRear number plate deteriorated replace a.s.a.p. Nearside front inner wheel rim recently damaged straighten rim TEMP REPAIR Advise new wheel rim's
Pass121,619 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 121,619 miles
- Test number
- 522331199007
- NoteRear number plate distorted.advise replacement for next mot.
Fail121,619 miles (+16,562)2 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 121,619 miles
- Test number
- 941621499041
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- NoteRear number plate distorted.advise replacement for next mot.
Pass105,057 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 105,057 miles
- Test number
- 693179098062
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail105,057 miles (+18,521)1 dangerous2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,057 miles
- Test number
- 943789498045
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Pass86,536 miles (+14,461)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 86,536 miles
- Test number
- 152010007198
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,075 miles (-653,000)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 72,075 miles
- Test number
- 171254396459
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail725,075 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 725,075 miles
- Test number
- 910443596094
- FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Questions about LR03 XYU
- Does LR03 XYU currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LR03 XYU expired on 6 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LR03 XYU?
- The MOT on LR03 XYU expired on 6 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LR03 XYU done?
- LR03 XYU was recorded at 211,002 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2023.
- Has LR03 XYU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR03 XYU has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2023.
- Has the mileage on LR03 XYU ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Apr 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LR03 XYU find?
- LR03 XYU passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.
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