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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LC53 AFEMOT history

LC53 AFE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 100,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LC53 AFE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
100,259 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 AFE
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
17 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 AFE was last recorded at 100,259 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 3,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Sept 2013: 23,278 miles, lower than 23,473 miles on 17 Oct 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,510 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,749 miles
Average per year
4,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,259 miles
  • 2025 – 96,510 miles
  • 2023 – 79,993 miles
  • 2022 – 71,131 miles
  • 2021 – 64,434 miles
  • 2020 – 55,639 miles
  • 2019 – 49,114 miles
  • 2018 – 41,606 miles
  • 2017 – 35,261 miles
  • 2016 – 29,215 miles
  • 2015 – 24,390 miles
  • 2014 – 24,101 miles
  • 2013 – 23,278 miles
  • 2012 – 23,473 miles
  • 2011 – 22,811 miles
  • 2010 – 21,885 miles
  • 2009 – 21,107 miles
  • 2008 – 19,676 miles
  • 2007 – 17,755 miles
  • 2006 – 15,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,259 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,259 miles (+3,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    100,259 miles
    Test number
    941138552352
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,510 miles (+5,457)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,510 miles
    Test number
    346207593481
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    91,053 miles
    Test number
    140342132349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail91,053 miles (+11,060)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,053 miles
    Test number
    471831989116
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass79,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    79,993 miles
    Test number
    526185505641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,993 miles (+8,862)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,993 miles
    Test number
    816155585110
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  7. Pass71,131 miles (+6,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,131 miles
    Test number
    257141041692
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,434 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,434 miles
    Test number
    729660431158
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail64,413 miles (+8,774)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,413 miles
    Test number
    830825982665
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass55,639 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,639 miles
    Test number
    653897792714
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail55,639 miles (+6,525)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,639 miles
    Test number
    889449136282
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass49,114 miles (+7,508)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,114 miles
    Test number
    820973228166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,606 miles (+6,345)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    41,606 miles
    Test number
    905829179877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,261 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,261 miles
    Test number
    143647297319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,230 miles (+6,015)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,230 miles
    Test number
    265183019670
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass29,215 miles (+4,825)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    29,215 miles
    Test number
    191399627577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,390 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    24,390 miles
    Test number
    939385042986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,101 miles (+823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    24,101 miles
    Test number
    727462664240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass23,278 miles (-195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    23,278 miles
    Test number
    398109663445
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass23,473 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,473 miles
    Test number
    869811692266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,811 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,811 miles
    Test number
    325715781414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,885 miles (+778)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,885 miles
    Test number
    853385980221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,107 miles (+1,431)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    21,107 miles
    Test number
    194479989222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,676 miles (+1,921)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,676 miles
    Test number
    592537388273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    17,755 miles
    Test number
    721268187224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail17,722 miles (+1,964)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,722 miles
    Test number
    113888787263
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  27. Pass15,758 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,758 miles
    Test number
    320585986240
    • NoteNearside front tyre cuts on outer sidewall, no cords/ply exposed
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut to outer side wall, no cords/ply exposed
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cut to outer sidewall, no cords/ply exposed

Questions about LC53 AFE

Does LC53 AFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC53 AFE is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC53 AFE?
The MOT on LC53 AFE is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC53 AFE done?
LC53 AFE was recorded at 100,259 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 4,224 miles a year.
Has LC53 AFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 AFE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LC53 AFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC53 AFE find?
LC53 AFE passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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