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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 TNJMOT history

LR53 TNJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2024.

LR53 TNJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2025
Mileage
114,427 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 TNJ
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
3 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 TNJ was last recorded at 114,427 miles on 12 Sept 2024, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,348 miles · 21 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
4,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,427 miles
  • 2023 – 113,703 miles
  • 2022 – 113,435 miles
  • 2021 – 113,134 miles
  • 2019 – 112,562 miles
  • 2018 – 110,790 miles
  • 2017 – 106,820 miles
  • 2016 – 101,708 miles
  • 2015 – 96,762 miles
  • 2014 – 90,060 miles
  • 2013 – 83,672 miles
  • 2012 – 76,679 miles
  • 2011 – 69,193 miles
  • 2010 – 62,161 miles
  • 2009 – 52,071 miles
  • 2008 – 41,038 miles
  • 2007 – 34,945 miles
  • 2006 – 26,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,427 miles
  • AdvisoryBack Box Corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,427 miles (+79)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    114,427 miles
    Test number
    151095270091
    • AdvisoryBack Box Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,348 miles (+645)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,348 miles
    Test number
    330147316880
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Under engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.

  3. Pass113,703 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    113,703 miles
    Test number
    374226364779
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,693 miles (+258)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,693 miles
    Test number
    482412365982
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,435 miles (+301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,435 miles
    Test number
    729845238248
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  6. Pass113,134 miles (+572)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    113,134 miles
    Test number
    417787618144
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass112,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,562 miles
    Test number
    996198968098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail112,562 miles (+1,772)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,562 miles
    Test number
    291318032957
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  9. Pass110,790 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    110,790 miles
    Test number
    556340372337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,820 miles (+5,112)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,820 miles
    Test number
    586268123102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,708 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,708 miles
    Test number
    523511601495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,762 miles (+6,702)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,762 miles
    Test number
    727902305278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,060 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,060 miles
    Test number
    659391494156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,837 miles (+6,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,837 miles
    Test number
    519946684189
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass83,672 miles (+6,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,672 miles
    Test number
    877527303213
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass76,679 miles (+7,486)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,679 miles
    Test number
    468840812207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,193 miles (+7,032)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,193 miles
    Test number
    875388001297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,161 miles (+10,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,161 miles
    Test number
    153363590148
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass52,071 miles (+11,033)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,071 miles
    Test number
    220483209228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,038 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,038 miles
    Test number
    323201318243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,037 miles (+6,092)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,037 miles
    Test number
    450910218266
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  22. Pass34,945 miles (+8,106)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,945 miles
    Test number
    970618457256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,839 miles
    Test number
    264373766211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,839 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,839 miles
    Test number
    624693866224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LR53 TNJ

Does LR53 TNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 TNJ expired on 11 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 TNJ?
The MOT on LR53 TNJ expired on 11 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 TNJ done?
LR53 TNJ was recorded at 114,427 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2024, an average of 4,872 miles a year.
Has LR53 TNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 TNJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 TNJ 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 TNJ find?
LR53 TNJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2024 with 6 advisories: back box corroded; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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