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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LR53 PHVMOT history

LR53 PHV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 126,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LR53 PHV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,630 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 PHV
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
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 PHV was last recorded at 126,630 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 5,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,258 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,372 miles
Average per year
5,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,630 miles
  • 2025 – 121,258 miles
  • 2024 – 114,232 miles
  • 2023 – 107,085 miles
  • 2022 – 99,825 miles
  • 2021 – 93,588 miles
  • 2020 – 88,575 miles
  • 2019 – 84,415 miles
  • 2018 – 81,261 miles
  • 2016 – 76,387 miles
  • 2015 – 72,358 miles
  • 2014 – 66,786 miles
  • 2013 – 61,139 miles
  • 2012 – 56,520 miles
  • 2011 – 50,995 miles
  • 2010 – 47,357 miles
  • 2009 – 42,368 miles
  • 2008 – 36,404 miles
  • 2007 – 31,469 miles
  • 2006 – 25,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,630 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,630 miles (+5,372)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,630 miles
    Test number
    852168358570
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass121,258 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,258 miles
    Test number
    449067115896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail121,255 miles (+7,023)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,255 miles
    Test number
    854278785385
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Flexi Leaking (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "D" Bush = Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass114,232 miles (+7,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,232 miles
    Test number
    962460381180
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lamps glazed (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass107,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    107,085 miles
    Test number
    893274533336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail107,058 miles (+7,233)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,058 miles
    Test number
    790796622442
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass99,825 miles (+6,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,825 miles
    Test number
    687884244836
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass93,588 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,588 miles
    Test number
    389623903306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,575 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,575 miles
    Test number
    107051745754
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate is cracked

  10. Fail88,573 miles (+4,158)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,573 miles
    Test number
    171212761822
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate is cracked

  11. Pass84,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,415 miles
    Test number
    609881769332
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has wear on the inside edge

  12. Fail84,415 miles (+3,154)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,415 miles
    Test number
    266391591554
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has wear on the inside edge

  13. Pass81,261 miles (+4,874)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,261 miles
    Test number
    922489318082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,387 miles (+4,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,387 miles
    Test number
    263592007615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,358 miles (+5,572)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,358 miles
    Test number
    911350664564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,786 miles
    Test number
    806678864289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,785 miles (+5,646)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,785 miles
    Test number
    348588164243
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  18. Pass61,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,139 miles
    Test number
    245440963270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,137 miles (+4,617)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,137 miles
    Test number
    788390363205
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  20. Pass56,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,520 miles
    Test number
    397228562215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,519 miles (+5,524)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,519 miles
    Test number
    306238762256
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront Numberplate is cracked

  22. Pass50,995 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,995 miles
    Test number
    388673641282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,993 miles (+3,636)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,993 miles
    Test number
    386712441200
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  24. Pass47,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,357 miles
    Test number
    353311850416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail47,355 miles (+4,987)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,355 miles
    Test number
    604741050223
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail42,368 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,368 miles
    Test number
    511207469296
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass42,368 miles (+5,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,368 miles
    Test number
    633027669268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail36,404 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,404 miles
    Test number
    150384758207
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass36,404 miles (+4,935)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,404 miles
    Test number
    310224758482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass31,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,469 miles
    Test number
    901399967229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail31,469 miles (+5,673)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,469 miles
    Test number
    793209867210
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  32. Pass25,796 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,796 miles
    Test number
    290909066272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 PHV

Does LR53 PHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 PHV is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 PHV?
The MOT on LR53 PHV is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 PHV done?
LR53 PHV was recorded at 126,630 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 5,195 miles a year.
Has LR53 PHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 PHV has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 PHV 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 PHV find?
LR53 PHV passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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