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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LR53 DWLMOT history

LR53 DWL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 144,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

LR53 DWL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
144,501 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 DWL was last recorded at 144,501 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 8,261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,240 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,261 miles
Average per year
6,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,501 miles
  • 2025 – 136,240 miles
  • 2024 – 126,210 miles
  • 2023 – 116,657 miles
  • 2022 – 104,471 miles
  • 2021 – 95,529 miles
  • 2020 – 86,248 miles
  • 2019 – 76,550 miles
  • 2018 – 70,236 miles
  • 2017 – 66,603 miles
  • 2016 – 62,396 miles
  • 2015 – 56,847 miles
  • 2014 – 51,885 miles
  • 2013 – 46,477 miles
  • 2012 – 40,749 miles
  • 2011 – 35,473 miles
  • 2010 – 29,174 miles
  • 2009 – 23,343 miles
  • 2008 – 14,678 miles
  • 2007 – 9,647 miles
  • 2006 – 8,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,501 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,501 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    144,501 miles
    Test number
    864640611963
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail144,501 miles (+8,261)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,501 miles
    Test number
    200414999633
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,240 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    136,240 miles
    Test number
    302969120408
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail136,240 miles (+387)2 dangerous2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,240 miles
    Test number
    424318254159
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Fail135,853 miles (+9,643)2 dangerous13 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,853 miles
    Test number
    184390441435
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn smooth on inner and outer circumferences (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn smooth on inner circumference (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,210 miles (+416)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    126,210 miles
    Test number
    205773905350
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail125,794 miles (+9,137)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,794 miles
    Test number
    152508558025
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,657 miles (+397)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    116,657 miles
    Test number
    837654668403
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail116,260 miles (+11,789)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,260 miles
    Test number
    546111790392
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass104,471 miles (+148)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    104,471 miles
    Test number
    457879385220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin worn to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail104,323 miles (+8,794)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,323 miles
    Test number
    848402719357
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin worn to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass95,529 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    95,529 miles
    Test number
    159454022660
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail95,528 miles (+9,280)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,528 miles
    Test number
    353825667104
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass86,248 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    86,248 miles
    Test number
    162362127251
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Fail86,227 miles (+9,677)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,227 miles
    Test number
    910923147011
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass76,550 miles (+6,314)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,550 miles
    Test number
    170177546084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,236 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,236 miles
    Test number
    702763580114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,603 miles (+4,207)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,603 miles
    Test number
    915527285828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,396 miles (+5,549)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,396 miles
    Test number
    553564785303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,847 miles
    Test number
    666096775008
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays / covers fitted at time of test

  21. Fail56,847 miles (+4,962)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,847 miles
    Test number
    877519227950
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear rear brake application uneven grabbing excessively (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays / covers fitted at time of test

  22. Pass51,885 miles (+5,408)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,885 miles
    Test number
    467512854215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,477 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,477 miles
    Test number
    628702253203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from the bottom of radiator

  24. Pass46,477 miles (+5,728)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,477 miles
    Test number
    728562153281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from the bottom of radiator

  25. Pass40,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,749 miles
    Test number
    357656652212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,749 miles (+5,276)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,749 miles
    Test number
    899036152263
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Fail35,473 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,473 miles
    Test number
    349026251266
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass35,473 miles (+6,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,473 miles
    Test number
    819026751238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass29,174 miles (+5,831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    29,174 miles
    Test number
    520499630213
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  30. Fail23,343 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,343 miles
    Test number
    392559139295
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside headlamp bulb holder burnt and partially melted

  31. Pass23,343 miles (+8,665)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,343 miles
    Test number
    942329539284
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside headlamp bulb holder burnt and partially melted

  32. Pass14,678 miles (+5,031)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    14,678 miles
    Test number
    604592338260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass9,647 miles (+1,409)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    9,647 miles
    Test number
    124566637266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass8,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,238 miles
    Test number
    554688566214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 DWL

Does LR53 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 DWL is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DWL?
The MOT on LR53 DWL is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 DWL done?
LR53 DWL was recorded at 144,501 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 6,908 miles a year.
Has LR53 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DWL has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 DWL 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 LR53 DWL find?
LR53 DWL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: front headlamp lens slightly defective.

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