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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LS03 LXCMOT history

LS03 LXC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 91,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LS03 LXC blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
91,692 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LXC
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
14 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LXC was last recorded at 91,692 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,655 miles · 17 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
3,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,692 miles
  • 2025 – 84,122 miles
  • 2024 – 74,941 miles
  • 2022 – 69,817 miles
  • 2021 – 65,573 miles
  • 2020 – 63,227 miles
  • 2019 – 61,881 miles
  • 2018 – 60,726 miles
  • 2017 – 59,254 miles
  • 2016 – 56,880 miles
  • 2015 – 54,820 miles
  • 2014 – 52,045 miles
  • 2013 – 48,834 miles
  • 2012 – 44,055 miles
  • 2011 – 38,857 miles
  • 2010 – 34,022 miles
  • 2009 – 29,540 miles
  • 2008 – 23,710 miles
  • 2007 – 18,600 miles
  • 2006 – 14,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,692 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • EXHAUST WEAK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,692 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    91,692 miles
    Test number
    431626563565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail91,655 miles (+7,533)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,655 miles
    Test number
    156371441637
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass84,122 miles (+9,181)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    450956774791
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexie (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass74,941 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    74,941 miles
    Test number
    624314926148
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail74,941 miles (+5,124)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,941 miles
    Test number
    346734822300
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wipers not operating correctly very slow in operation (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass69,817 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,817 miles
    Test number
    148123484773
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST WEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEX (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail69,817 miles (+4,244)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,817 miles
    Test number
    475248981408
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST WEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEX (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass65,573 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,573 miles
    Test number
    363820570813
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Exhaust Box Weak

  9. Fail65,554 miles (+2,327)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,554 miles
    Test number
    391912984471
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Exhaust Box Weak

  10. Pass63,227 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,227 miles
    Test number
    468801020713
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  11. Fail63,227 miles (+1,346)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,227 miles
    Test number
    843761460753
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  12. Pass61,881 miles (+1,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,881 miles
    Test number
    466394859286
    • AdvisoryRear rear washers inop

  13. Pass60,726 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,726 miles
    Test number
    452727228258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,254 miles (+2,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,254 miles
    Test number
    199668727874
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box back outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil sump damaged.

  15. Pass56,880 miles (+2,060)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,880 miles
    Test number
    392524912612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,820 miles (+2,775)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,820 miles
    Test number
    176509495493
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  17. Pass52,045 miles (+3,211)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,045 miles
    Test number
    496079294035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,834 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,834 miles
    Test number
    679164613193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,055 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,055 miles
    Test number
    206856112193
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsr reg plate light insecure
    • NoteSlight bind from osr wheel

  20. Pass44,055 miles (+5,198)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,055 miles
    Test number
    385476112188
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsr reg plate light insecure
    • NoteSlight bind from osr wheel

  21. Pass38,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    995801511179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,857 miles (+4,835)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    815920211166
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass34,022 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,022 miles
    Test number
    250851220441
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail34,022 miles (+4,482)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,022 miles
    Test number
    200820420136
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass29,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,540 miles
    Test number
    493761939191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,540 miles (+5,830)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,540 miles
    Test number
    222911939466
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  27. Pass23,710 miles (+5,110)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    23,710 miles
    Test number
    624870448191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,600 miles (+4,349)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,600 miles
    Test number
    133341647101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,251 miles
    Test number
    602040746168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 LXC

Does LS03 LXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS03 LXC is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LXC?
The MOT on LS03 LXC is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS03 LXC done?
LS03 LXC was recorded at 91,692 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 3,836 miles a year.
Has LS03 LXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LXC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS03 LXC 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 LXC find?
LS03 LXC passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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