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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LC53 EWMMOT history

LC53 EWM is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

LC53 EWM black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2024
Mileage
89,965 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 EWM
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
10 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 EWM was last recorded at 89,965 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 6,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,812 miles · 26 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
6,153 miles
Average per year
4,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,965 miles
  • 2022 – 83,812 miles
  • 2021 – 78,078 miles
  • 2020 – 77,986 miles
  • 2019 – 76,696 miles
  • 2018 – 74,971 miles
  • 2017 – 73,430 miles
  • 2016 – 72,170 miles
  • 2015 – 70,812 miles
  • 2014 – 69,965 miles
  • 2013 – 62,846 miles
  • 2012 – 55,830 miles
  • 2011 – 49,493 miles
  • 2010 – 43,292 miles
  • 2009 – 36,251 miles
  • 2008 – 29,059 miles
  • 2007 – 22,107 miles
  • 2006 – 13,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,965 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Outer casing on rear exhaust box corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,965 miles
    Test number
    196045101795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail89,965 miles (+6,153)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,965 miles
    Test number
    565419790419
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass83,812 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,812 miles
    Test number
    180886589630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail83,812 miles (+5,734)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,812 miles
    Test number
    459132846008
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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 Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,078 miles (+92)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    763302946927
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass77,986 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,986 miles
    Test number
    908755105145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail77,985 miles (+1,289)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,985 miles
    Test number
    961903130671
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass76,696 miles (+1,725)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,696 miles
    Test number
    480632422047
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass74,971 miles (+1,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,971 miles
    Test number
    779017164620
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass73,430 miles (+1,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    367460231877
    • AdvisoryOuter casing on rear exhaust box corroded.

  11. Pass72,170 miles (+1,358)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,170 miles
    Test number
    244316557357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WEARING ON INSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOUTER CASING ON REAR EXHAUST BOX CORRODED.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WEARING ON INSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass70,812 miles (+847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,812 miles
    Test number
    301920370845
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  13. Pass69,965 miles (+7,119)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,965 miles
    Test number
    578290104381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRearexhaust box rusty

  14. Pass62,846 miles (+7,016)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,846 miles
    Test number
    367320693403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,830 miles (+6,337)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    55,830 miles
    Test number
    548087572237
    • NoteOFSSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING INNER EDGE

  16. Pass49,493 miles (+6,201)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,493 miles
    Test number
    928176571202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,292 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,292 miles
    Test number
    301432670415
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass43,292 miles (+7,041)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,292 miles
    Test number
    611272670271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,251 miles (+7,192)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    36,251 miles
    Test number
    964040089259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,059 miles (+6,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,059 miles
    Test number
    730640498283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass22,107 miles (+8,269)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,107 miles
    Test number
    220811497264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,838 miles
    Test number
    731034706340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 EWM

Does LC53 EWM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 EWM expired on 30 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 EWM?
The MOT on LC53 EWM expired on 30 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 EWM done?
LC53 EWM was recorded at 89,965 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 4,478 miles a year.
Has LC53 EWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 EWM has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LC53 EWM 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 EWM find?
LC53 EWM passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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