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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 TMVMOT history

LR53 TMV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 135,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2022.

LR53 TMV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2023
Mileage
135,465 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 TMV
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
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 TMV was last recorded at 135,465 miles on 26 Mar 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,463 miles · 25 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 135,465 miles
  • 2021 – 123,996 miles
  • 2020 – 120,048 miles
  • 2019 – 116,296 miles
  • 2018 – 111,941 miles
  • 2017 – 100,896 miles
  • 2016 – 89,111 miles
  • 2015 – 85,527 miles
  • 2013 – 67,610 miles
  • 2012 – 62,000 miles
  • 2011 – 58,020 miles
  • 2010 – 52,051 miles
  • 2009 – 46,890 miles
  • 2008 – 35,785 miles
  • 2007 – 28,243 miles
  • 2006 – 19,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,465 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi area (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,465 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,465 miles
    Test number
    565213020244
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail135,463 miles (+11,467)1 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,463 miles
    Test number
    300864043639
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass123,996 miles (+3,948)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,996 miles
    Test number
    404666243658
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  4. Pass120,048 miles (+3,752)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    120,048 miles
    Test number
    277637115902
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides, condensation (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass116,296 miles (+4,355)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    116,296 miles
    Test number
    642341166652
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass111,941 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,941 miles
    Test number
    524838646060
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock casing damage

  7. Fail111,941 miles (+11,045)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,941 miles
    Test number
    659368440230
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock casing damage

  8. Pass100,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,896 miles
    Test number
    169786101898
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  9. Fail100,895 miles (+11,784)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,895 miles
    Test number
    349643941384
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Pass89,111 miles (+3,584)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,111 miles
    Test number
    970686889708
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box front joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate has slight damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both rear shocks (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass85,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,527 miles
    Test number
    699419315117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,527 miles (+17,917)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,527 miles
    Test number
    659488715139
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  13. Fail67,610 miles1 repaired2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,610 miles
    Test number
    459628733410
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have perrish cracks
    • NoteExhaust center clamp heavly corroded need attention soon
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteNsf tyre cracks to side wall needs attention soon
    • NoteNsf tyre heavly worn inner edge
    • NoteNsr upper side tight inop
    • NoteSlight smear nsf wiper +

  14. Pass67,610 miles (+5,610)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,610 miles
    Test number
    605418833376
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have perrish cracks
    • NoteExhaust center clamp heavly corroded need attention soon
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteNsf tyre cracks to side wall needs attention soon
    • NoteNsf tyre heavly worn inner edge
    • NoteNsr upper side tight inop
    • NoteSlight smear nsf wiper +

  15. Pass62,000 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    62,000 miles
    Test number
    488041122406
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine managment light is on
    • NoteRear exhaust box coroded

  16. Fail61,999 miles (+3,979)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,999 miles
    Test number
    888730522339
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine managment light is on
    • NoteRear exhaust box coroded

  17. Pass58,020 miles (+5,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,020 miles
    Test number
    829024651342
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass52,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,051 miles
    Test number
    633238900309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,051 miles (+5,161)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,051 miles
    Test number
    582977700328
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  20. Pass46,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,890 miles
    Test number
    262450119307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,890 miles (+11,105)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,890 miles
    Test number
    820216509371
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  22. Pass35,785 miles (+7,542)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,785 miles
    Test number
    611219858247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,243 miles (+8,265)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,243 miles
    Test number
    252039967298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,978 miles
    Test number
    930031876225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 TMV

Does LR53 TMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 TMV expired on 25 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 TMV?
The MOT on LR53 TMV expired on 25 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 TMV done?
LR53 TMV was recorded at 135,465 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2022, an average of 7,455 miles a year.
Has LR53 TMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 TMV has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LR53 TMV 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 TMV find?
LR53 TMV passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front direction indicator slightly discoloured x2, and 4 more.

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