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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 TNFMOT history

LR53 TNF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 124,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

LR53 TNF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
124,278 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 TNF
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
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 TNF was last recorded at 124,278 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,088 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
190 miles
Average per year
5,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,278 miles
  • 2025 – 124,088 miles
  • 2024 – 123,398 miles
  • 2023 – 122,067 miles
  • 2022 – 120,884 miles
  • 2021 – 115,477 miles
  • 2020 – 106,918 miles
  • 2019 – 96,725 miles
  • 2017 – 84,188 miles
  • 2016 – 68,120 miles
  • 2015 – 60,970 miles
  • 2014 – 53,777 miles
  • 2013 – 53,535 miles
  • 2012 – 48,251 miles
  • 2010 – 38,177 miles
  • 2009 – 30,831 miles
  • 2008 – 24,387 miles
  • 2007 – 18,038 miles
  • 2006 – 12,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,278 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust Box Corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside door sill damaged
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,278 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    124,278 miles
    Test number
    474042460955
    • AdvisoryExhaust Box Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside door sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail124,278 miles (+190)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,278 miles
    Test number
    162887973775
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Box Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside door sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,088 miles (+690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    124,088 miles
    Test number
    225369341807
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass123,398 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    123,398 miles
    Test number
    294814686871
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail123,395 miles (+1,328)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,395 miles
    Test number
    209031181135
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass122,067 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    122,067 miles
    Test number
    513668203990
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail122,067 miles (+1,183)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,067 miles
    Test number
    477899085739
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass120,884 miles (+5,407)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    120,884 miles
    Test number
    666987531151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    115,477 miles
    Test number
    424989909453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail115,477 miles (+8,559)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,477 miles
    Test number
    895444357546
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass106,918 miles (+10,193)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    106,918 miles
    Test number
    147619343408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,725 miles
    Test number
    237507278009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,725 miles (+2,478)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,725 miles
    Test number
    208210492521
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass94,247 miles (+10,059)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,247 miles
    Test number
    954972098078
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass84,188 miles (+7,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,188 miles
    Test number
    320418061973
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass76,232 miles (+8,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,232 miles
    Test number
    725834624717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass68,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,120 miles
    Test number
    927720221352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail68,120 miles (+7,150)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,120 miles
    Test number
    455357827415
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass60,970 miles (+7,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,970 miles
    Test number
    777986805014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass53,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,777 miles
    Test number
    139388904005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,777 miles (+242)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,777 miles
    Test number
    719143604083
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Fail53,535 miles (+2,320)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,535 miles
    Test number
    217050523359
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail51,215 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,215 miles
    Test number
    687749383069
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass51,215 miles (+2,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,215 miles
    Test number
    959389083053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass48,251 miles (+1,663)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,251 miles
    Test number
    517313572246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass46,588 miles (+8,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    46,588 miles
    Test number
    946790892031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass38,177 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,177 miles
    Test number
    104804570256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,831 miles (+6,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,831 miles
    Test number
    941005769230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass24,387 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,387 miles
    Test number
    304641678292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail18,038 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,038 miles
    Test number
    273928767232
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  31. Pass18,038 miles (+5,987)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,038 miles
    Test number
    302788967277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass12,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    12,051 miles
    Test number
    330596066400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 TNF

Does LR53 TNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 TNF is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 TNF?
The MOT on LR53 TNF is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 TNF done?
LR53 TNF was recorded at 124,278 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 5,741 miles a year.
Has LR53 TNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 TNF has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 TNF 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 TNF find?
LR53 TNF passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust box corroded; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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