Volkswagen Polo
Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc
LR53 BXGMOT history
LR53 BXG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 33,137 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 22 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 33,137 mi
- At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 20
- 19 passed · 1 failed
- Per year
- 1,587 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR53 BXG
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 26 Sept 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 12 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR53 BXG was last recorded at 33,137 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 1,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 5 Nov 2008: 1,092 miles, lower than 2,981 miles on 8 Oct 2007.
- 22 Mar 2018: 9,496 miles, lower than 19,558 miles on 29 Apr 2016.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 31,262 miles · 3 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,875 miles
- Average per year
- 1,587 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 33,137 miles
- 2025 – 31,262 miles
- 2024 – 29,133 miles
- 2023 – 26,690 miles
- 2022 – 23,573 miles
- 2021 – 20,146 miles
- 2020 – 17,880 miles
- 2019 – 13,507 miles
- 2018 – 9,496 miles
- 2016 – 19,558 miles
- 2015 – 9,163 miles
- 2014 – 8,699 miles
- 2013 – 8,200 miles
- 2012 – 7,532 miles
- 2011 – 6,873 miles
- 2010 – 5,616 miles
- 2008 – 1,092 miles
- 2007 – 2,981 miles
- 2006 – 2,299 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass33,137 miles
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (f))
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.
Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Full MOT history
20 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass33,137 miles (+1,875)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 33,137 miles
- Test number
- 695475333018
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (f))
Pass31,262 miles (+2,129)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 31,262 miles
- Test number
- 697078100174
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass29,133 miles (+2,443)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 29,133 miles
- Test number
- 757100849481
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass26,690 miles (+3,117)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 26,690 miles
- Test number
- 669833375176
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
Pass23,573 miles (+3,427)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 23,573 miles
- Test number
- 807158981050
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass20,146 miles (+2,266)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 20,146 miles
- Test number
- 589112291145
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
Pass17,880 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 17,880 miles
- Test number
- 789741726407
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp slightly insecure
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail17,880 miles (+4,373)4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 17,880 miles
- Test number
- 172533775336
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp slightly insecure
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass13,507 miles (+4,011)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 13,507 miles
- Test number
- 340638668842
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryWipers slightly smearing
Pass9,496 miles (-10,062)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 9,496 miles
- Test number
- 604291757595
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,558 miles (+10,395)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 19,558 miles
- Test number
- 861025968656
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass9,163 miles (+464)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 9,163 miles
- Test number
- 277647515433
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,699 miles (+499)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 8,699 miles
- Test number
- 776442514165
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,200 miles (+668)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 8,200 miles
- Test number
- 468142213186
- NoteFront & rear tyres cracking in tyre walls
Pass7,532 miles (+659)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 7,532 miles
- Test number
- 779474002185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass6,873 miles (+1,257)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 6,873 miles
- Test number
- 628249401123
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass5,616 miles (+4,524)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 5,616 miles
- Test number
- 834875200199
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass1,092 miles (-1,889)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 1,092 miles
- Test number
- 814120118376
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass2,981 miles (+682)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 2,981 miles
- Test number
- 412541787221
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass2,299 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 2,299 miles
- Test number
- 492208176281
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LR53 BXG
- Does LR53 BXG currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 BXG is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LR53 BXG?
- The MOT on LR53 BXG is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LR53 BXG done?
- LR53 BXG was recorded at 33,137 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 1,587 miles a year.
- Has LR53 BXG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR53 BXG has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2020.
- Has the mileage on LR53 BXG ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 5 Nov 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LR53 BXG find?
- LR53 BXG passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, but not excessively both front, and 3 more.
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