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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LR53 DXMMOT history

LR53 DXM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 26,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LR53 DXM silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
26,227 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DXM
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
27 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 DXM was last recorded at 26,227 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 10,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
16,194 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,033 miles
Average per year
1,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 26,227 miles
  • 2025 – 16,194 miles
  • 2024 – 7,047 miles
  • 2021 – 6,856 miles
  • 2020 – 6,364 miles
  • 2019 – 6,041 miles
  • 2018 – 5,837 miles
  • 2017 – 5,471 miles
  • 2016 – 4,915 miles
  • 2015 – 4,663 miles
  • 2014 – 4,475 miles
  • 2013 – 4,111 miles
  • 2012 – 3,821 miles
  • 2011 – 3,362 miles
  • 2010 – 2,699 miles
  • 2009 – 2,390 miles
  • 2008 – 2,043 miles
  • 2007 – 1,676 miles
  • 2006 – 943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,227 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass26,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    26,227 miles
    Test number
    873781199852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail26,227 miles (+10,033)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,227 miles
    Test number
    365952932248
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass16,194 miles (+9,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    16,194 miles
    Test number
    454423836863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass7,047 miles (+191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    7,047 miles
    Test number
    965998007225
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass6,856 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    6,856 miles
    Test number
    966993954255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass6,364 miles (+323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    6,364 miles
    Test number
    142522049931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement has movement in bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass6,041 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    6,041 miles
    Test number
    674015356564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass5,837 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    5,837 miles
    Test number
    963649708105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass5,471 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    5,471 miles
    Test number
    950748324594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass4,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    4,915 miles
    Test number
    960427278009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail4,915 miles (+252)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,915 miles
    Test number
    388617218033
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked badly, are 13 yrs old

  12. Pass4,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    4,663 miles
    Test number
    257415902629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail4,663 miles (+188)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,663 miles
    Test number
    818688189995
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass4,475 miles (+364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    4,475 miles
    Test number
    397911164247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass4,111 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    4,111 miles
    Test number
    739181363276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass3,821 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    3,821 miles
    Test number
    406174962258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass3,362 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    3,362 miles
    Test number
    589293261225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass2,699 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    2,699 miles
    Test number
    854173250267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass2,390 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    2,390 miles
    Test number
    904974359288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass2,043 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    2,043 miles
    Test number
    624461678262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass1,676 miles (+733)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    1,676 miles
    Test number
    440744867268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass943 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    943 miles
    Test number
    593196856264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 DXM

Does LR53 DXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 DXM is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DXM?
The MOT on LR53 DXM is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 DXM done?
LR53 DXM was recorded at 26,227 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 1,272 miles a year.
Has LR53 DXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DXM has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 DXM 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 DXM find?
LR53 DXM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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