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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 RKFMOT history

LR53 RKF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2023.

LR53 RKF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2024
Mileage
94,372 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 RKF
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
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 RKF was last recorded at 94,372 miles on 10 Jul 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,372 miles · 5 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,372 miles
  • 2022 – 90,007 miles
  • 2020 – 86,547 miles
  • 2019 – 78,582 miles
  • 2018 – 69,229 miles
  • 2017 – 62,047 miles
  • 2016 – 50,904 miles
  • 2015 – 48,340 miles
  • 2014 – 45,145 miles
  • 2013 – 42,452 miles
  • 2012 – 39,691 miles
  • 2011 – 36,424 miles
  • 2010 – 32,953 miles
  • 2009 – 29,517 miles
  • 2008 – 25,417 miles
  • 2007 – 20,832 miles
  • 2006 – 15,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,372 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,372 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,372 miles
    Test number
    895359554001
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail94,372 miles (+4,365)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,372 miles
    Test number
    786651782365
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass90,007 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,007 miles
    Test number
    240902681840
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin deteriorated

  4. Fail90,007 miles (+3,460)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,007 miles
    Test number
    491706336098
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin deteriorated

  5. Pass86,547 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,547 miles
    Test number
    803281351122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail86,519 miles (+7,937)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,519 miles
    Test number
    245199143699
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,582 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,582 miles
    Test number
    868475351638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield rusty

  8. Fail78,582 miles (+9,353)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,582 miles
    Test number
    686445140974
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield rusty

  9. Pass69,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,229 miles
    Test number
    385641747670
    • AdvisoryRusty under body plus very rusty exhaust system

  10. Fail69,229 miles (+264)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,229 miles
    Test number
    368722253660
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRusty under body plus very rusty exhaust system

  11. Fail68,965 miles (+6,918)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,965 miles
    Test number
    343762524884
    • 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass62,047 miles (+11,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    62,047 miles
    Test number
    643515081889
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass50,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    866335499126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail50,904 miles (+2,564)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    906926952309
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass48,340 miles (+3,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,340 miles
    Test number
    318174125497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass45,145 miles (+2,693)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,145 miles
    Test number
    855716704227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass42,452 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,452 miles
    Test number
    846584903294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,377 miles (+2,686)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,377 miles
    Test number
    338961303486
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  19. Pass39,691 miles (+3,267)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    39,691 miles
    Test number
    189490822290
    • NoteExhaust rear box starting to peel
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs losing colour

  20. Pass36,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,424 miles
    Test number
    698233611258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,424 miles (+3,471)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,424 miles
    Test number
    825263411240
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEPC light ON
    • NoteMil light ON

  22. Pass32,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    32,953 miles
    Test number
    171829720241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,953 miles (+3,436)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,953 miles
    Test number
    120578720235
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass29,517 miles (+4,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,517 miles
    Test number
    684495029241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass25,417 miles (+4,585)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,417 miles
    Test number
    313124728298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,832 miles (+5,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,832 miles
    Test number
    402406127237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass15,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    15,293 miles
    Test number
    820769026275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LR53 RKF

Does LR53 RKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 RKF expired on 9 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 RKF?
The MOT on LR53 RKF expired on 9 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 RKF done?
LR53 RKF was recorded at 94,372 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2023, an average of 4,681 miles a year.
Has LR53 RKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 RKF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 RKF 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 RKF find?
LR53 RKF passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 1 more.

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