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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LR53 YYMMOT history

LR53 YYM is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 55,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

LR53 YYM green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
55,594 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 YYM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 YYM was last recorded at 55,594 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,577 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
2,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,594 miles
  • 2024 – 53,664 miles
  • 2023 – 49,181 miles
  • 2022 – 44,027 miles
  • 2021 – 42,555 miles
  • 2020 – 41,870 miles
  • 2019 – 40,169 miles
  • 2018 – 38,598 miles
  • 2017 – 36,637 miles
  • 2016 – 34,682 miles
  • 2015 – 32,813 miles
  • 2014 – 30,737 miles
  • 2013 – 28,542 miles
  • 2012 – 25,744 miles
  • 2011 – 22,654 miles
  • 2010 – 19,669 miles
  • 2009 – 16,655 miles
  • 2008 – 13,884 miles
  • 2007 – 11,256 miles
  • 2006 – 8,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,594 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread almost to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,594 miles (+17)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    55,594 miles
    Test number
    456360510107
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass55,577 miles (+13)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    55,577 miles
    Test number
    422023460267
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail55,564 miles (+1,900)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,564 miles
    Test number
    673564648368
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass53,664 miles (+4,483)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    53,664 miles
    Test number
    688958286668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass49,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,181 miles
    Test number
    386914559745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail49,178 miles (+5,151)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,178 miles
    Test number
    777346686497
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass44,027 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    44,027 miles
    Test number
    932070482919
    • MinorCentral Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread almost to excess (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak!

  8. Fail44,027 miles (+1,472)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,027 miles
    Test number
    656919012159
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread almost to excess (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and lightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak!

  9. Pass42,555 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    42,555 miles
    Test number
    748392138007
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread almost to excess (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail42,555 miles (+685)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,555 miles
    Test number
    412860199415
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread almost to excess (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass41,870 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,870 miles
    Test number
    574057257772
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail41,870 miles (+1,701)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,870 miles
    Test number
    809477899337
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass40,169 miles (+1,571)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,169 miles
    Test number
    730384158056
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view and centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint area of (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass38,598 miles (+1,961)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,598 miles
    Test number
    851331361641
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass36,637 miles (+1,955)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    36,637 miles
    Test number
    595670893039
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre's wearing on both edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's lightly perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Pass34,682 miles (+1,869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    34,682 miles
    Test number
    462375807109
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's are lightly perishing
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass32,813 miles (+2,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,813 miles
    Test number
    212837730249
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  18. Pass30,737 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,737 miles
    Test number
    379403484435
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail30,737 miles (+2,195)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,737 miles
    Test number
    346263084293
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass28,542 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,542 miles
    Test number
    269747163243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished/cuts in tread

  21. Fail28,542 miles (+2,798)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,542 miles
    Test number
    378617063252
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished/cuts in tread

  22. Pass25,744 miles (+3,090)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,744 miles
    Test number
    188325162244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on inner edge

  23. Fail22,654 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,654 miles
    Test number
    387865361218
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSpare tyre flat

  24. Pass22,654 miles (+2,985)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,654 miles
    Test number
    707745961240
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSpare tyre flat

  25. Pass19,669 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    19,669 miles
    Test number
    253133350214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail19,633 miles (+2,978)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,633 miles
    Test number
    280721850254
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAdvise offside front lower suspension arm rear bush starting to split

  27. Fail16,655 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,655 miles
    Test number
    391621969493
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  28. Pass16,655 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    16,655 miles
    Test number
    944541169276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail13,884 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,884 miles
    Test number
    102963368288
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass13,884 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    13,884 miles
    Test number
    271953368224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail11,256 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,256 miles
    Test number
    202768167207
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  32. Pass11,256 miles (+2,752)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    11,256 miles
    Test number
    600518867245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass8,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    8,504 miles
    Test number
    393842866409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 YYM

Does LR53 YYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 YYM is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR53 YYM?
The MOT on LR53 YYM is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 YYM done?
LR53 YYM was recorded at 55,594 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 2,458 miles a year.
Has LR53 YYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 YYM has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 YYM 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 YYM find?
LR53 YYM passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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