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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LR53 DWWMOT history

LR53 DWW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 92,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

LR53 DWW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2024
Mileage
92,464 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DWW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2024
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR53 DWW was last recorded at 92,464 miles on 29 May 2024, 10,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,959 miles · 16 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10,505 miles
Average per year
4,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,464 miles
  • 2023 – 81,959 miles
  • 2021 – 68,836 miles
  • 2020 – 60,161 miles
  • 2019 – 53,304 miles
  • 2018 – 51,912 miles
  • 2016 – 49,860 miles
  • 2015 – 47,112 miles
  • 2014 – 44,857 miles
  • 2013 – 37,488 miles
  • 2012 – 33,860 miles
  • 2011 – 32,130 miles
  • 2010 – 31,379 miles
  • 2009 – 29,690 miles
  • 2008 – 26,881 miles
  • 2007 – 23,226 miles
  • 2006 – 17,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,464 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective does not fully retract without help. (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light emits white light. (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust gasses leaking from centre clamp. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded and flaking off.
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear wiper not clearing screen.
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front window not working.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front window not working.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,464 miles (+10,505)10 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,464 miles
    Test number
    386342345037
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective does not fully retract without help. (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light emits white light. (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust gasses leaking from centre clamp. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded and flaking off.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear wiper not clearing screen.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front window not working.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass81,959 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,959 miles
    Test number
    673415164979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail81,953 miles (+13,117)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,953 miles
    Test number
    416854994262
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi Snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass68,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,836 miles
    Test number
    625893169722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,836 miles (+8,675)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,836 miles
    Test number
    211716080651
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass60,161 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,161 miles
    Test number
    310851535342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,304 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,304 miles
    Test number
    690516827718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    51,912 miles
    Test number
    482418508343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,912 miles (+2,052)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,912 miles
    Test number
    697260551980
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass49,860 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,860 miles
    Test number
    464246015350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,112 miles (+2,255)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,112 miles
    Test number
    346442007934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,857 miles (+7,369)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,857 miles
    Test number
    509260094133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,488 miles (+3,628)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,488 miles
    Test number
    235000393151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge

  14. Pass33,860 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,860 miles
    Test number
    406370072135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,130 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,130 miles
    Test number
    535116261105
    • NoteWIPERS POOR

  16. Fail32,130 miles (+751)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,130 miles
    Test number
    626415961170
    • FailureCentre Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteWIPERS POOR

  17. Fail31,379 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,379 miles
    Test number
    232492650423
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass31,379 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    31,379 miles
    Test number
    394052850136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,690 miles (+2,809)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,690 miles
    Test number
    450493279238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,881 miles (+3,655)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,881 miles
    Test number
    341243978212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,226 miles
    Test number
    373763267266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,226 miles (+5,985)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,226 miles
    Test number
    313113067416
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKES 95% WORN

  23. Pass17,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,241 miles
    Test number
    192936156206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail17,241 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,241 miles
    Test number
    324546956260
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LR53 DWW

Does LR53 DWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 DWW expired on 15 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DWW?
The MOT on LR53 DWW expired on 15 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 DWW done?
LR53 DWW was recorded at 92,464 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 4,248 miles a year.
Has LR53 DWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DWW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 DWW 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 DWW find?
LR53 DWW failed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 16 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 25 more.

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