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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 ETFMOT history

LR53 ETF is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2025.

LR53 ETF red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2026
Mileage
82,093 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ETF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ETF was last recorded at 82,093 miles on 12 Mar 2025, 2,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,028 miles · 9 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,065 miles
Average per year
4,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,093 miles
  • 2024 – 80,028 miles
  • 2022 – 78,399 miles
  • 2021 – 75,544 miles
  • 2020 – 74,815 miles
  • 2019 – 72,974 miles
  • 2018 – 66,327 miles
  • 2017 – 60,343 miles
  • 2016 – 52,183 miles
  • 2015 – 47,371 miles
  • 2014 – 41,634 miles
  • 2013 – 32,456 miles
  • 2012 – 26,792 miles
  • 2011 – 18,987 miles
  • 2009 – 13,923 miles
  • 2008 – 9,398 miles
  • 2007 – 8,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,093 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Both brake disc corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,093 miles (+2,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    82,093 miles
    Test number
    458194991635
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass80,028 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,028 miles
    Test number
    466896140224
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail80,027 miles (+1,628)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,027 miles
    Test number
    389056295076
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and oil level low (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,399 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,399 miles
    Test number
    748404499148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,544 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,544 miles
    Test number
    772148554625
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both brake disc corroded

  6. Fail75,537 miles (+722)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,537 miles
    Test number
    353646571013
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both brake disc corroded

  7. Pass74,815 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,815 miles
    Test number
    721375713565
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail74,811 miles (+1,837)2 dangerous1 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,811 miles
    Test number
    988519204554
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass72,974 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,974 miles
    Test number
    178610771255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,953 miles (+6,626)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,953 miles
    Test number
    266046231774
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass66,327 miles (+5,984)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,327 miles
    Test number
    246825029367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  12. Pass60,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,343 miles
    Test number
    673325964162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,343 miles (+8,160)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,343 miles
    Test number
    547462658470
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass52,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,183 miles
    Test number
    638334774069
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail52,183 miles (+4,812)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,183 miles
    Test number
    592996846192
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail47,371 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,371 miles
    Test number
    615427755000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass47,371 miles (+5,737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,371 miles
    Test number
    689187355075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass41,634 miles (+9,178)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    899874844018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,456 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,456 miles
    Test number
    178206933072
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail32,456 miles (+5,664)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,456 miles
    Test number
    125035033460
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass26,792 miles (+7,805)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    26,792 miles
    Test number
    905070822074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,987 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,987 miles
    Test number
    808383111045
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass18,987 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    18,987 miles
    Test number
    809323111077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,923 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    13,923 miles
    Test number
    104664039294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,398 miles (+992)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    9,398 miles
    Test number
    783184438271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    8,406 miles
    Test number
    420673737296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 ETF

Does LR53 ETF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 ETF expired on 11 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ETF?
The MOT on LR53 ETF expired on 11 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 ETF done?
LR53 ETF was recorded at 82,093 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2025, an average of 4,197 miles a year.
Has LR53 ETF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ETF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 ETF 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 ETF find?
LR53 ETF passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: exhaust silencer slightly loose.

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