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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 ZVAMOT history

LR53 ZVA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2023.

LR53 ZVA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2024
Mileage
124,703 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ZVA
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
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ZVA was last recorded at 124,703 miles on 29 Jul 2023, 1,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,972 miles · 13 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,731 miles
Average per year
6,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,703 miles
  • 2022 – 114,172 miles
  • 2021 – 101,207 miles
  • 2016 – 95,835 miles
  • 2015 – 91,057 miles
  • 2014 – 82,198 miles
  • 2013 – 68,500 miles
  • 2012 – 64,100 miles
  • 2011 – 58,018 miles
  • 2010 – 49,206 miles
  • 2008 – 40,818 miles
  • 2007 – 33,720 miles
  • 2006 – 24,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,703 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and back (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre edge worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Under body slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,703 miles (+1,731)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    124,703 miles
    Test number
    762248675953
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and back (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre edge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,972 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    122,972 miles
    Test number
    582819126235
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has cut not seeping yet (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail122,972 miles (+8,800)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,972 miles
    Test number
    686319260056
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has cut not seeping yet (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass114,172 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    114,172 miles
    Test number
    692960238418
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre cracked and perished

  5. Fail114,172 miles (+12,965)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,172 miles
    Test number
    184426297984
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre cracked and perished

  6. Pass101,207 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,207 miles
    Test number
    355702622789
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded

  7. Fail101,202 miles (+5,367)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,202 miles
    Test number
    167130271545
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded

  8. Pass95,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,835 miles
    Test number
    648856828812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,835 miles (+4,778)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,835 miles
    Test number
    511371081551
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users incorrectly fitted bulb (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all lamps (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users incorrectly fitted bulb (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass91,057 miles (+8,859)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,057 miles
    Test number
    266812085406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,198 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,198 miles
    Test number
    347816504499
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass82,198 miles (+13,698)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,198 miles
    Test number
    678336004289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,500 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,500 miles
    Test number
    586111903206
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

  14. Pass68,500 miles (+4,400)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    68,500 miles
    Test number
    765301503222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

  15. Pass64,100 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,100 miles
    Test number
    216703012204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,063 miles (+6,045)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,063 miles
    Test number
    368039002405
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass58,018 miles (+8,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    816849501286
    • NoteGear box oil leaking

  18. Pass49,206 miles (+8,388)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,206 miles
    Test number
    411786910023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,818 miles
    Test number
    554268408372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,818 miles (+7,098)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,818 miles
    Test number
    320461808396
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY LOOSE

  21. Pass33,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,720 miles
    Test number
    734898297276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,720 miles (+9,616)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,720 miles
    Test number
    452277397293
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass24,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,104 miles
    Test number
    820600306328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 ZVA

Does LR53 ZVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 ZVA expired on 28 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ZVA?
The MOT on LR53 ZVA expired on 28 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 ZVA done?
LR53 ZVA was recorded at 124,703 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2023, an average of 6,005 miles a year.
Has LR53 ZVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ZVA has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 ZVA 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 ZVA find?
LR53 ZVA passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pad(s) wearing thin; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and back, and 6 more.

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