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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 PFFMOT history

LR53 PFF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LR53 PFF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
83,379 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 PFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 PFF was last recorded at 83,379 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 2,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,630 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,749 miles
Average per year
3,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,379 miles
  • 2024 – 80,630 miles
  • 2023 – 76,654 miles
  • 2022 – 73,498 miles
  • 2021 – 70,926 miles
  • 2020 – 68,298 miles
  • 2019 – 66,298 miles
  • 2018 – 62,764 miles
  • 2017 – 59,245 miles
  • 2016 – 55,301 miles
  • 2015 – 51,310 miles
  • 2014 – 47,505 miles
  • 2013 – 43,850 miles
  • 2012 – 39,618 miles
  • 2011 – 34,969 miles
  • 2010 – 30,419 miles
  • 2009 – 25,474 miles
  • 2008 – 21,241 miles
  • 2007 – 16,375 miles
  • 2006 – 11,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,379 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,379 miles (+2,749)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    83,379 miles
    Test number
    580570845154
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,630 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,630 miles
    Test number
    799622789962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged slight insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail80,630 miles (+3,976)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,630 miles
    Test number
    825015333251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged slight insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,654 miles (+3,156)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,654 miles
    Test number
    808061016116
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps need polishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper not clearing screen

  5. Pass73,498 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    73,498 miles
    Test number
    883460349856
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail73,498 miles (+2,572)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,498 miles
    Test number
    262112431273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,926 miles
    Test number
    328120384360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,925 miles (+2,627)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,925 miles
    Test number
    145003614961
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass68,298 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    119034198383
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail68,298 miles (+2,000)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    723336620446
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass66,298 miles (+3,534)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,298 miles
    Test number
    762442642865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt is slow to retract.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  12. Pass62,764 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,764 miles
    Test number
    538767216498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,245 miles (+3,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,245 miles
    Test number
    529075914521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass55,301 miles (+3,991)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,301 miles
    Test number
    353073931385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear High level brake light has LED's missing but less then 50%

  15. Pass51,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,310 miles
    Test number
    987668794307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,301 miles (+3,796)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,301 miles
    Test number
    979960976914
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  17. Pass47,505 miles (+3,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,505 miles
    Test number
    385908164262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass43,850 miles (+4,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,850 miles
    Test number
    289764473291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass39,618 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,618 miles
    Test number
    508762272203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,969 miles (+4,550)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    34,969 miles
    Test number
    908432271226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,419 miles (+4,945)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,419 miles
    Test number
    282685660250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,474 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,474 miles
    Test number
    180139169288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail25,469 miles (+4,228)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,469 miles
    Test number
    302338769418
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass21,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,241 miles
    Test number
    172378968229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,241 miles (+4,866)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,241 miles
    Test number
    800608868286
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass16,375 miles (+4,922)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,375 miles
    Test number
    383524677401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass11,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    11,453 miles
    Test number
    240320676206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 PFF

Does LR53 PFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 PFF is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR53 PFF?
The MOT on LR53 PFF is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 PFF done?
LR53 PFF was recorded at 83,379 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 3,758 miles a year.
Has LR53 PFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 PFF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 PFF 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 PFF find?
LR53 PFF passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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