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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 YYWMOT history

LR53 YYW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

LR53 YYW silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,687 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 YYW
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
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 YYW was last recorded at 103,687 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 2,736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,951 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,736 miles
Average per year
4,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,687 miles
  • 2025 – 100,951 miles
  • 2024 – 94,995 miles
  • 2023 – 82,336 miles
  • 2022 – 79,576 miles
  • 2021 – 77,188 miles
  • 2019 – 76,079 miles
  • 2018 – 59,967 miles
  • 2017 – 48,140 miles
  • 2016 – 46,807 miles
  • 2015 – 45,642 miles
  • 2014 – 44,271 miles
  • 2013 – 37,885 miles
  • 2012 – 31,871 miles
  • 2010 – 27,251 miles
  • 2009 – 23,837 miles
  • 2008 – 21,194 miles
  • 2007 – 17,278 miles
  • 2006 – 12,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,687 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear ridge (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,687 miles
    Test number
    994699385488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,665 miles (+2,714)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,665 miles
    Test number
    508961365003
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    100,951 miles
    Test number
    235158483816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,951 miles (+5,956)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,951 miles
    Test number
    538435335838
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,995 miles (+12,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    94,995 miles
    Test number
    279972206376
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass82,336 miles (+2,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    82,336 miles
    Test number
    318914136817
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass79,576 miles (+2,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    79,576 miles
    Test number
    456698924236
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass77,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,188 miles
    Test number
    234019069495
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail77,188 miles (+1,109)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,188 miles
    Test number
    782254671802
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass76,079 miles (+3,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,079 miles
    Test number
    825250158495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass72,686 miles (+12,719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,686 miles
    Test number
    367652387603
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass59,967 miles (+11,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,967 miles
    Test number
    192833379614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass48,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    327058975107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,140 miles (+1,333)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    414392991644
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass46,807 miles (+1,165)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    46,807 miles
    Test number
    425881868459
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also cracking and perrished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass45,642 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    45,642 miles
    Test number
    780005339373
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear ridge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat not in use at time of test

  17. Fail45,560 miles (+1,289)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,560 miles
    Test number
    151635832123
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear ridge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat not in use at time of test

  18. Pass44,271 miles (+6,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,271 miles
    Test number
    127417584221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail37,885 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,885 miles
    Test number
    119693163232
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads getting low.

  20. Pass37,885 miles (+6,014)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,885 miles
    Test number
    557483463292
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads getting low.

  21. Pass31,871 miles (+4,620)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,871 miles
    Test number
    606849162280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass27,251 miles (+3,414)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,251 miles
    Test number
    951987980262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,837 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    23,837 miles
    Test number
    362715799498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,194 miles (+3,916)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,194 miles
    Test number
    653605198261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,278 miles (+4,542)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    17,278 miles
    Test number
    244283607356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,736 miles
    Test number
    350984506312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 YYW

Does LR53 YYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 YYW is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 YYW?
The MOT on LR53 YYW is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 YYW done?
LR53 YYW was recorded at 103,687 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 4,597 miles a year.
Has LR53 YYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 YYW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 YYW 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 YYW find?
LR53 YYW passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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