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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 NREMOT history

LR53 NRE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2024.

LR53 NRE silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2025
Mileage
75,544 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 NRE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 NRE was last recorded at 75,544 miles on 27 Sept 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,538 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,544 miles
  • 2023 – 74,605 miles
  • 2022 – 74,376 miles
  • 2021 – 68,272 miles
  • 2020 – 63,675 miles
  • 2019 – 58,698 miles
  • 2018 – 53,327 miles
  • 2017 – 49,057 miles
  • 2016 – 44,375 miles
  • 2015 – 41,664 miles
  • 2014 – 37,174 miles
  • 2013 – 31,975 miles
  • 2012 – 29,111 miles
  • 2011 – 23,720 miles
  • 2010 – 15,408 miles
  • 2009 – 7,313 miles
  • 2008 – 5,562 miles
  • 2007 – 4,436 miles
  • 2006 – 2,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,544 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,544 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,544 miles
    Test number
    235123389659
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail75,538 miles (+933)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,538 miles
    Test number
    325277796987
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass74,605 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,605 miles
    Test number
    984875589704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,376 miles
    Test number
    757047547969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail74,376 miles (+6,104)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,376 miles
    Test number
    578745787444
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  6. Pass68,272 miles (+4,597)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,272 miles
    Test number
    647830096320
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass63,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    63,675 miles
    Test number
    425585691926
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail63,675 miles (+4,977)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,675 miles
    Test number
    345360352054
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass58,698 miles (+5,371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,698 miles
    Test number
    480894684139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass53,327 miles (+4,270)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    53,327 miles
    Test number
    191815820652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass49,057 miles (+4,682)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,057 miles
    Test number
    925871644732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,375 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    834659965034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,664 miles (+4,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,664 miles
    Test number
    639974825209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass37,174 miles (+5,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    37,174 miles
    Test number
    708796724286
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass31,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    31,975 miles
    Test number
    858580963264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,975 miles (+2,864)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,975 miles
    Test number
    447970763234
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass29,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,111 miles
    Test number
    269398442258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,111 miles (+5,391)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,111 miles
    Test number
    776418442243
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass23,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    23,720 miles
    Test number
    489371451260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail23,720 miles (+8,312)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,720 miles
    Test number
    779841451280
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass15,408 miles (+8,095)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    15,408 miles
    Test number
    474674760256
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  22. Pass7,313 miles (+1,751)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    7,313 miles
    Test number
    351495169289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,562 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    5,562 miles
    Test number
    600572968232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,436 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    4,436 miles
    Test number
    314267067251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass2,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    2,954 miles
    Test number
    224813066220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 NRE

Does LR53 NRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 NRE expired on 26 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 NRE?
The MOT on LR53 NRE expired on 26 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 NRE done?
LR53 NRE was recorded at 75,544 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2024, an average of 4,028 miles a year.
Has LR53 NRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 NRE has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 NRE 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 NRE find?
LR53 NRE passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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