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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR03 ZBCMOT history

LR03 ZBC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 81,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

LR03 ZBC silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,763 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 ZBC
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
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 ZBC was last recorded at 81,763 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 3,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,274 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,489 miles
Average per year
3,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,763 miles
  • 2024 – 77,581 miles
  • 2023 – 75,707 miles
  • 2022 – 74,317 miles
  • 2021 – 72,542 miles
  • 2019 – 70,407 miles
  • 2018 – 65,831 miles
  • 2017 – 60,895 miles
  • 2016 – 55,855 miles
  • 2015 – 51,691 miles
  • 2014 – 48,442 miles
  • 2013 – 45,140 miles
  • 2012 – 44,533 miles
  • 2011 – 42,907 miles
  • 2010 – 40,119 miles
  • 2009 – 36,136 miles
  • 2008 – 30,719 miles
  • 2007 – 22,190 miles
  • 2006 – 14,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,763 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,763 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,763 miles
    Test number
    204195989625
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail81,762 miles (+3,488)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,762 miles
    Test number
    857198932354
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass78,274 miles (+693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    78,274 miles
    Test number
    228765933601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass77,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,581 miles
    Test number
    311653564145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,581 miles (+1,874)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,581 miles
    Test number
    629634250610
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  6. Pass75,707 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    75,707 miles
    Test number
    841214197539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,706 miles (+1,389)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,706 miles
    Test number
    736022663054
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass74,317 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,317 miles
    Test number
    259748371237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,314 miles (+1,772)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,314 miles
    Test number
    920632417334
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass72,542 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    72,542 miles
    Test number
    991856793085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,407 miles (+4,576)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,407 miles
    Test number
    298582234056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,831 miles
    Test number
    154628402556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,829 miles (+4,934)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,829 miles
    Test number
    160516388747
    • DangerousE.P.C light on dash
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass60,895 miles (+5,040)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,895 miles
    Test number
    536567719225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,855 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,855 miles
    Test number
    339977334972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,691 miles (+3,249)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,691 miles
    Test number
    799273585120
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn inner edge

  17. Pass48,442 miles (+3,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,442 miles
    Test number
    168789984132
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass45,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,140 miles
    Test number
    125743793195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,140 miles (+607)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,140 miles
    Test number
    376967783167
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass44,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,533 miles
    Test number
    425387712267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,533 miles (+1,626)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,533 miles
    Test number
    738437812263
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass42,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    42,907 miles
    Test number
    367608221298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,907 miles (+2,788)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,907 miles
    Test number
    507158821254
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass40,119 miles (+3,983)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,119 miles
    Test number
    373344780173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    503993169199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,136 miles (+5,417)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    913812869126
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass30,719 miles (+8,529)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,719 miles
    Test number
    141384968118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,190 miles (+7,335)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,190 miles
    Test number
    254706757177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,855 miles
    Test number
    654847256124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail14,855 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,855 miles
    Test number
    554907956189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR03 ZBC

Does LR03 ZBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR03 ZBC is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR03 ZBC?
The MOT on LR03 ZBC is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR03 ZBC done?
LR03 ZBC was recorded at 81,763 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 3,420 miles a year.
Has LR03 ZBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 ZBC has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR03 ZBC 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 ZBC find?
LR03 ZBC passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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