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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LC53 AFJMOT history

LC53 AFJ is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 170,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2024.

LC53 AFJ green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2025
Mileage
170,817 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 AFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 AFJ was last recorded at 170,817 miles on 28 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,817 miles · 27 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,817 miles
  • 2023 – 161,064 miles
  • 2022 – 156,355 miles
  • 2021 – 152,694 miles
  • 2019 – 137,994 miles
  • 2018 – 127,146 miles
  • 2015 – 121,422 miles
  • 2014 – 116,343 miles
  • 2013 – 110,407 miles
  • 2012 – 105,688 miles
  • 2011 – 97,081 miles
  • 2010 – 83,101 miles
  • 2009 – 70,727 miles
  • 2008 – 61,579 miles
  • 2007 – 48,813 miles
  • 2006 – 34,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,817 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off slightly loose (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front road wheel has very slight damage to outer rimRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brakes backing plate looks damp recommend brake checkRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt slow to retractRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust cover/bump stops slightly deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer casing corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear wiper missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front exhaust flexi joint damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside and nearside rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear silencer outer casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass170,817 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    170,817 miles
    Test number
    742524493631
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off slightly loose (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front road wheel has very slight damage to outer rim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brakes backing plate looks damp recommend brake check
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust cover/bump stops slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing

  2. Fail170,817 miles (+9,753)1 dangerous6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,817 miles
    Test number
    447637194764
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off slightly loose (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front road wheel has very slight damage to outer rim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brakes backing plate looks damp recommend brake check
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust cover/bump stops slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing

  3. Pass161,064 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    161,064 miles
    Test number
    964745424061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi joint damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shock absorber dust covers insecure
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing corroded

  4. Fail161,062 miles (+4,707)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,062 miles
    Test number
    175997547707
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi joint damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shock absorber dust covers insecure
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing corroded

  5. Pass156,355 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    156,355 miles
    Test number
    293143873071
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ns and os (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  6. Fail156,355 miles (+3,661)3 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,355 miles
    Test number
    223418636896
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective wont open (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ns and os (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  7. Pass152,694 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    152,694 miles
    Test number
    696237402960
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail152,694 miles (+14,700)1 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,694 miles
    Test number
    996308007789
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass137,994 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,994 miles
    Test number
    950776176277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  10. Fail137,992 miles (+10,846)10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,992 miles
    Test number
    836619516537
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  11. Pass127,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,146 miles
    Test number
    633992059826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  12. Fail127,146 miles (+5,724)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,146 miles
    Test number
    879022957854
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  13. Pass121,422 miles (+5,079)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    121,422 miles
    Test number
    644173449387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,343 miles (+5,936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    116,343 miles
    Test number
    258816864217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass110,407 miles (+92)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    110,407 miles
    Test number
    589466463232
    • NoteRear exhaust box slightly deterioated
    • NoteRear tyres unevenly worn (feathered)

  16. Fail110,315 miles (+4,627)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,315 miles
    Test number
    749001463233
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust box slightly deterioated
    • NoteRear tyres unevenly worn (feathered)

  17. Pass105,688 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    105,688 miles
    Test number
    328984282271
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer slightly deterioated.

  18. Fail105,688 miles (+8,607)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,688 miles
    Test number
    737144882288
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer slightly deterioated.

  19. Pass97,081 miles (+13,980)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    97,081 miles
    Test number
    196997181245
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn smooth on the inner edge

  20. Pass83,101 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,101 miles
    Test number
    271095380252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,977 miles (+12,250)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,977 miles
    Test number
    793714870277
    • FailureNearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Pass70,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    70,727 miles
    Test number
    233955069239
    • 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)

  23. Fail70,727 miles (+9,148)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,727 miles
    Test number
    931505669235
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  24. Pass61,579 miles (+12,766)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    61,579 miles
    Test number
    914614588242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,813 miles
    Test number
    800281387269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail48,813 miles (+14,054)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,813 miles
    Test number
    681211487237
    • FailureFront registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  27. Pass34,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    34,759 miles
    Test number
    294415286254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 AFJ

Does LC53 AFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 AFJ expired on 27 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 AFJ?
The MOT on LC53 AFJ expired on 27 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 AFJ done?
LC53 AFJ was recorded at 170,817 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2024, an average of 7,682 miles a year.
Has LC53 AFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 AFJ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LC53 AFJ 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 LC53 AFJ find?
LC53 AFJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; brake fluid close to minimum mark; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 8 more.

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