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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LR53 YYLMOT history

LR53 YYL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 101,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

LR53 YYL blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
101,483 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 YYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 YYL was last recorded at 101,483 miles on 19 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,480 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,483 miles
  • 2025 – 98,666 miles
  • 2024 – 97,750 miles
  • 2023 – 93,060 miles
  • 2022 – 91,183 miles
  • 2020 – 87,649 miles
  • 2019 – 81,395 miles
  • 2018 – 79,089 miles
  • 2017 – 74,704 miles
  • 2016 – 70,774 miles
  • 2015 – 66,073 miles
  • 2014 – 61,306 miles
  • 2013 – 55,907 miles
  • 2012 – 51,098 miles
  • 2011 – 45,945 miles
  • 2010 – 40,576 miles
  • 2009 – 34,963 miles
  • 2008 – 30,109 miles
  • 2007 – 24,978 miles
  • 2006 – 17,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,483 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyres worn on edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioratingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryLong hand brake travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear hand brake low effortRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear section of exhaust system heavily corroded.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring tester's view of some components.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Corrosion to parts of undercarriage, exhaust and some suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,483 miles (+3)1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,483 miles
    Test number
    504680663565
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyres worn on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake low effort

  2. Fail101,480 miles (+2,814)2 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,480 miles
    Test number
    532290356647
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyres worn on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake low effort

  3. Pass98,666 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    98,666 miles
    Test number
    828720752322
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to parts of undercarriage, exhaust and some suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured And both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires adjustment
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail98,666 miles (+916)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,666 miles
    Test number
    381030479599
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to parts of undercarriage, exhaust and some suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured And both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires adjustment
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass97,750 miles (+4,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    97,750 miles
    Test number
    375017138636
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass93,060 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,060 miles
    Test number
    512608427924
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded

  7. Fail93,052 miles (+1,869)4 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,052 miles
    Test number
    144482980024
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded

  8. Pass91,183 miles (+3,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,183 miles
    Test number
    463326369839
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded (1.1.15 (a))

  9. Pass87,649 miles (+6,254)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    575569999789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,395 miles (+2,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,395 miles
    Test number
    975487228851
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Pass79,089 miles (+198)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,089 miles
    Test number
    467630421469
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight cracking in both rear tyre walls.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust system heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring tester's view of some components.

  12. Fail78,891 miles (+4,187)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,891 miles
    Test number
    897482329596
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight cracking in both rear tyre walls.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust system heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring tester's view of some components.

  13. Pass74,704 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,704 miles
    Test number
    219169679747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust system heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring tester's view of some components.

  14. Fail74,704 miles (+3,930)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,704 miles
    Test number
    939998999594
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust system heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring tester's view of some components.

  15. Pass70,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,774 miles
    Test number
    693031100760
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust system heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring tester's view of some components.

  16. Fail70,774 miles (+4,701)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,774 miles
    Test number
    874429507165
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust system heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring tester's view of some components.

  17. Pass66,073 miles (+4,767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,073 miles
    Test number
    889839654794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust corroded.

  18. Pass61,306 miles (+5,399)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,306 miles
    Test number
    715605114338
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass55,907 miles (+78)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,907 miles
    Test number
    409296313454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear section of exhaust system corroded.

  20. Fail55,829 miles (+4,731)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,829 miles
    Test number
    478820013474
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear section of exhaust system corroded.

  21. Pass51,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,098 miles
    Test number
    227872412342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,098 miles (+5,153)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,098 miles
    Test number
    577912612354
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass45,945 miles (+5,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,945 miles
    Test number
    928461511333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass40,576 miles (+5,613)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,576 miles
    Test number
    293923310301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,963 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    242441209390
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass34,963 miles (+4,854)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    532871909336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,109 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,109 miles
    Test number
    270208608353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,006 miles (+5,028)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,006 miles
    Test number
    171514208346
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass24,978 miles (+7,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,978 miles
    Test number
    832507207301
    • 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)

  30. Pass17,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    17,254 miles
    Test number
    381403806397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 YYL

Does LR53 YYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 YYL is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 YYL?
The MOT on LR53 YYL is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 YYL done?
LR53 YYL was recorded at 101,483 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 4,308 miles a year.
Has LR53 YYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 YYL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 YYL 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 YYL find?
LR53 YYL passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 18 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyres worn on edge; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 16 more.

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