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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 ECNMOT history

LR53 ECN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

LR53 ECN blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
68,093 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ECN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ECN was last recorded at 68,093 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,075 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,093 miles
  • 2025 – 59,606 miles
  • 2024 – 53,488 miles
  • 2023 – 51,871 miles
  • 2022 – 50,291 miles
  • 2021 – 49,277 miles
  • 2020 – 47,902 miles
  • 2019 – 46,190 miles
  • 2018 – 44,097 miles
  • 2017 – 42,616 miles
  • 2016 – 40,775 miles
  • 2015 – 38,591 miles
  • 2014 – 37,196 miles
  • 2013 – 35,117 miles
  • 2012 – 33,352 miles
  • 2011 – 30,777 miles
  • 2010 – 28,496 miles
  • 2009 – 25,747 miles
  • 2008 – 21,987 miles
  • 2007 – 17,949 miles
  • 2006 – 14,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,093 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    68,093 miles
    Test number
    896186143235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail68,093 miles (+18)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,093 miles
    Test number
    324182316639
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail68,075 miles (+8,469)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,075 miles
    Test number
    947947736183
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass59,606 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    59,606 miles
    Test number
    531108528087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail59,548 miles (+6,060)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,548 miles
    Test number
    114967867557
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass53,488 miles (+1,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    53,488 miles
    Test number
    753867562489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass51,871 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    51,871 miles
    Test number
    754838084621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,291 miles (+1,014)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,291 miles
    Test number
    452931209694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,277 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,277 miles
    Test number
    259052920820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,902 miles (+1,712)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,902 miles
    Test number
    493061801118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,190 miles (+2,093)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    46,190 miles
    Test number
    817521305749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,097 miles (+1,481)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,097 miles
    Test number
    627797105965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,616 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    42,616 miles
    Test number
    588519388425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,775 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,775 miles
    Test number
    313901825950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,591 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    38,591 miles
    Test number
    359825615442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,196 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    37,196 miles
    Test number
    555396124239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,117 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    309368213201
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Fail35,117 miles (+1,765)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    887428813276
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass33,352 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,352 miles
    Test number
    978906022287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,777 miles (+2,281)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,777 miles
    Test number
    959193721233
    • DangerousOffside front tyre bald on inside edge.

  21. Pass28,496 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    28,496 miles
    Test number
    203194120228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,747 miles (+3,760)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,747 miles
    Test number
    161911039276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,987 miles (+4,038)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    21,987 miles
    Test number
    462035608235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,949 miles (+3,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    17,949 miles
    Test number
    772409897106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass14,457 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    14,457 miles
    Test number
    322945316410
    • NoteNearside track rod end rubber split.

Questions about LR53 ECN

Does LR53 ECN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 ECN is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ECN?
The MOT on LR53 ECN is valid until 21 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 ECN done?
LR53 ECN was recorded at 68,093 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 2,664 miles a year.
Has LR53 ECN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ECN has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 ECN 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 ECN find?
LR53 ECN passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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