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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LR53 DXEMOT history

LR53 DXE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 115,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LR53 DXE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,617 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 DXE was last recorded at 115,617 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 5,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,686 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,931 miles
Average per year
5,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,617 miles
  • 2025 – 109,686 miles
  • 2024 – 104,407 miles
  • 2023 – 98,037 miles
  • 2022 – 90,265 miles
  • 2021 – 81,070 miles
  • 2020 – 74,557 miles
  • 2019 – 63,082 miles
  • 2018 – 51,242 miles
  • 2017 – 47,491 miles
  • 2016 – 45,739 miles
  • 2015 – 44,059 miles
  • 2014 – 41,931 miles
  • 2013 – 39,137 miles
  • 2012 – 35,586 miles
  • 2010 – 29,395 miles
  • 2009 – 25,542 miles
  • 2008 – 21,128 miles
  • 2007 – 17,850 miles
  • 2006 – 13,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,617 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,617 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,617 miles
    Test number
    469962188519
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail115,617 miles (+5,931)4 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,617 miles
    Test number
    612749998410
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass109,686 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    109,686 miles
    Test number
    908905296990
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail109,677 miles (+5,270)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,677 miles
    Test number
    323737313718
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower boot (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,407 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    104,407 miles
    Test number
    741699515036
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail104,407 miles (+6,370)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,407 miles
    Test number
    976596047564
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass98,037 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,037 miles
    Test number
    611794175485
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRE TREADS WORN LOW ON EDGES
    • AdvisoryN/S/F BRAKE READINGS FLUCTUATING
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CORRODED

  8. Fail98,033 miles (+7,768)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,033 miles
    Test number
    452809786317
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRE TREADS WORN LOW ON EDGES
    • AdvisoryN/S/F BRAKE READINGS FLUCTUATING
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CORRODED

  9. Pass90,265 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,265 miles
    Test number
    349679538660
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Fail90,255 miles (+9,185)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,255 miles
    Test number
    150911541276
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases AND CENTRE (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass81,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,070 miles
    Test number
    521098105773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,070 miles (+6,513)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,070 miles
    Test number
    956851204257
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass74,557 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,557 miles
    Test number
    306938902297
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded ,and slight blow from exhaust flexible joint

  14. Fail72,557 miles (+9,475)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,557 miles
    Test number
    838591607630
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge through to 2nd layer of rubber , advise replacement asap
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded ,and slight blow from exhaust flexible joint

  15. Pass63,082 miles (+11,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,082 miles
    Test number
    920680284412
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible joint and rear exhaust box rusty and split

  16. Pass51,242 miles (+3,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    592420900610
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded .

  17. Pass47,491 miles (+200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    47,491 miles
    Test number
    517178905511
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  18. Pass47,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,291 miles
    Test number
    643766507967
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  19. Fail47,291 miles (+1,552)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,291 miles
    Test number
    306537635804
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  20. Pass45,739 miles (+1,680)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,739 miles
    Test number
    526213270637
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass44,059 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,059 miles
    Test number
    491961302005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    41,931 miles
    Test number
    378132134286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,931 miles (+2,794)2 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,931 miles
    Test number
    355152834295
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAdvise tracking
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Pass39,137 miles (+3,551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    437235733252
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  25. Pass35,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,586 miles
    Test number
    339591842222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,586 miles (+6,191)3 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,586 miles
    Test number
    639675832283
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise tracking

  27. Pass29,395 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,395 miles
    Test number
    430673240258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail25,542 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,542 miles
    Test number
    350389239206
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  29. Pass25,542 miles (+4,414)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,542 miles
    Test number
    394279439413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail21,128 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,128 miles
    Test number
    290613158258
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  31. Pass21,128 miles (+3,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,128 miles
    Test number
    883543258220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  32. Pass17,850 miles (+4,560)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    17,850 miles
    Test number
    661350867257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass13,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    13,290 miles
    Test number
    501846756275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail13,290 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,290 miles
    Test number
    992976056281
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 DXE

Does LR53 DXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 DXE is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DXE?
The MOT on LR53 DXE is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 DXE done?
LR53 DXE was recorded at 115,617 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 5,128 miles a year.
Has LR53 DXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DXE has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 DXE 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 DXE find?
LR53 DXE passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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