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Volkswagen Polo

Purple · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LS03 FMGMOT history

LS03 FMG is a purple petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

LS03 FMG purple Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
72,834 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 FMG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 FMG was last recorded at 72,834 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,781 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
3,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,834 miles
  • 2024 – 72,781 miles
  • 2023 – 64,134 miles
  • 2022 – 52,549 miles
  • 2021 – 40,420 miles
  • 2019 – 34,039 miles
  • 2018 – 30,533 miles
  • 2017 – 27,132 miles
  • 2016 – 24,445 miles
  • 2015 – 23,107 miles
  • 2014 – 22,006 miles
  • 2013 – 20,687 miles
  • 2012 – 19,511 miles
  • 2011 – 18,202 miles
  • 2010 – 14,536 miles
  • 2009 – 14,006 miles
  • 2008 – 12,988 miles
  • 2007 – 11,604 miles
  • 2006 – 10,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,834 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front door damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear panel damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear panel damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,834 miles (+53)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,834 miles
    Test number
    238889476517
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass72,781 miles (+8,647)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,781 miles
    Test number
    963061716966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    64,134 miles
    Test number
    767701511256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail64,134 miles (+11,585)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,134 miles
    Test number
    924544484444
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass52,549 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    52,549 miles
    Test number
    716582989407
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear panel damaged

  6. Fail52,549 miles (+12,129)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,549 miles
    Test number
    959343860920
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear panel damaged

  7. Pass40,420 miles (+6,381)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    40,420 miles
    Test number
    265523408810
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass34,039 miles (+3,506)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    34,039 miles
    Test number
    860656056264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,533 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    30,533 miles
    Test number
    546014108928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,132 miles (+2,687)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    27,132 miles
    Test number
    177993669548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,445 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    24,445 miles
    Test number
    177612017734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,107 miles (+1,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    23,107 miles
    Test number
    276694205139
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass22,006 miles (+1,319)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,006 miles
    Test number
    595330404122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,687 miles (+1,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,687 miles
    Test number
    496619893001
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass19,511 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,511 miles
    Test number
    388883502184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,202 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    18,202 miles
    Test number
    629831401125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,536 miles (+530)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,536 miles
    Test number
    321962800175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,006 miles (+1,018)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,006 miles
    Test number
    272725609422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,988 miles (+1,384)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,988 miles
    Test number
    152832608111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,604 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,604 miles
    Test number
    372174797096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    10,704 miles
    Test number
    324250706173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail10,704 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,704 miles
    Test number
    244460006484
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about LS03 FMG

Does LS03 FMG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 FMG expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 FMG?
The MOT on LS03 FMG expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 FMG done?
LS03 FMG was recorded at 72,834 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 3,192 miles a year.
Has LS03 FMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 FMG has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LS03 FMG 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 LS03 FMG find?
LS03 FMG passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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