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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LX03 TWDMOT history

LX03 TWD is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 123,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

LX03 TWD grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
123,719 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 TWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 TWD was last recorded at 123,719 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 5,871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,848 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,871 miles
Average per year
5,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,719 miles
  • 2024 – 117,848 miles
  • 2023 – 107,979 miles
  • 2022 – 102,550 miles
  • 2021 – 97,812 miles
  • 2020 – 92,652 miles
  • 2019 – 86,410 miles
  • 2018 – 80,065 miles
  • 2017 – 74,017 miles
  • 2016 – 67,012 miles
  • 2015 – 61,592 miles
  • 2014 – 54,255 miles
  • 2013 – 47,574 miles
  • 2012 – 41,897 miles
  • 2011 – 35,849 miles
  • 2010 – 31,419 miles
  • 2009 – 27,640 miles
  • 2008 – 22,982 miles
  • 2007 – 19,004 miles
  • 2006 – 13,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,719 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Clutch is worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front exhaust (flexi pipe) is damaged and has a small leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Coolant leak possible radiator problem

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,719 miles (+5,871)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    123,719 miles
    Test number
    586050002747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,848 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    117,848 miles
    Test number
    970768562325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,403 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,403 miles
    Test number
    321653441883
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres nearly 10 years old

  4. Fail113,403 miles (+5,424)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,403 miles
    Test number
    898958104617
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres nearly 10 years old

  5. Pass107,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    107,979 miles
    Test number
    241537020286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail107,979 miles (+5,429)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,979 miles
    Test number
    766864646005
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,550 miles
    Test number
    721864612814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail102,550 miles (+4,738)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,550 miles
    Test number
    597115939957
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass97,812 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,812 miles
    Test number
    930456407068
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch is worn
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust (flexi pipe) is damaged and has a small leak

  10. Fail97,810 miles (+5,158)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,810 miles
    Test number
    662631895475
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (rear) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch is worn
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust (flexi pipe) is damaged and has a small leak

  11. Pass92,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    92,652 miles
    Test number
    361440038399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail92,652 miles (+6,242)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,652 miles
    Test number
    832323419755
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing showing single cord protruding (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass86,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,410 miles
    Test number
    478237902080
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possible radiator problem

  14. Fail86,410 miles (+6,345)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,410 miles
    Test number
    762142920184
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively brake fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possible radiator problem
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass80,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,065 miles
    Test number
    246788846755
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail80,065 miles (+6,048)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,065 miles
    Test number
    908875541568
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leaking from rad
    • AdvisoryEngine management light indicates a fault

  17. Pass74,017 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,017 miles
    Test number
    454637449862
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail74,017 miles (+7,005)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,017 miles
    Test number
    982644530995
    • FailureHeadlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users both front (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front inner wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass67,012 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,012 miles
    Test number
    133093014783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorated on sidewalls due to age

  20. Fail67,001 miles (+5,409)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,001 miles
    Test number
    382485485827
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorated on sidewalls due to age

  21. Pass61,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,592 miles
    Test number
    565978755012
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail61,592 miles (+7,337)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,592 miles
    Test number
    695058455089
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail54,255 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,255 miles
    Test number
    505720354063
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass54,255 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,255 miles
    Test number
    767410854084
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail54,255 miles (+6,681)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,255 miles
    Test number
    375350854037
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass47,574 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    47,574 miles
    Test number
    376961753023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,897 miles (+6,048)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,897 miles
    Test number
    185351452493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,849 miles (+4,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,849 miles
    Test number
    307474031001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass31,419 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,419 miles
    Test number
    433314150013
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Fail31,419 miles (+3,779)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,419 miles
    Test number
    761534450009
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Pass27,640 miles (+4,658)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,640 miles
    Test number
    540953869072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass22,982 miles (+3,978)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,982 miles
    Test number
    852497558029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass19,004 miles (+5,982)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,004 miles
    Test number
    490889757092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass13,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,022 miles
    Test number
    462175446010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail13,022 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,022 miles
    Test number
    980921546097
    • 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)
    • NotePower steering pump/resivior bracket bent

Questions about LX03 TWD

Does LX03 TWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 TWD is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 TWD?
The MOT on LX03 TWD is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 TWD done?
LX03 TWD was recorded at 123,719 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 5,559 miles a year.
Has LX03 TWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 TWD has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LX03 TWD 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 LX03 TWD find?
LX03 TWD passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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