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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 EDCMOT history

LS53 EDC is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LS53 EDC black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,034 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EDC
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
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EDC was last recorded at 78,034 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,815 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
219 miles
Average per year
3,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,034 miles
  • 2025 – 77,815 miles
  • 2023 – 77,730 miles
  • 2022 – 72,423 miles
  • 2021 – 63,542 miles
  • 2020 – 62,527 miles
  • 2019 – 60,215 miles
  • 2018 – 56,048 miles
  • 2017 – 52,434 miles
  • 2016 – 48,612 miles
  • 2015 – 46,555 miles
  • 2014 – 44,086 miles
  • 2013 – 42,221 miles
  • 2012 – 40,055 miles
  • 2011 – 38,571 miles
  • 2010 – 35,853 miles
  • 2009 – 33,602 miles
  • 2008 – 29,856 miles
  • 2007 – 22,864 miles
  • 2006 – 14,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,034 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,034 miles (+219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,034 miles
    Test number
    204375510751
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass77,815 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    77,815 miles
    Test number
    116597471368
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail77,815 miles (+85)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,815 miles
    Test number
    632201245692
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass77,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,730 miles
    Test number
    921231616944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail77,730 miles (+5,307)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,730 miles
    Test number
    659587786678
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass72,423 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,423 miles
    Test number
    793433764923
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail72,423 miles (+8,881)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,423 miles
    Test number
    779072168698
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass63,542 miles (+1,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,542 miles
    Test number
    892586202301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWasher pipe leaking

  9. Pass62,527 miles (+2,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,527 miles
    Test number
    544325419971
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySilencer outer skin corroded

  10. Pass60,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,215 miles
    Test number
    220103526713
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail60,215 miles (+4,167)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,215 miles
    Test number
    467623689100
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass56,048 miles (+3,614)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    56,048 miles
    Test number
    753364685827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts.also cracking on both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  13. Pass52,434 miles (+3,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,434 miles
    Test number
    624137581999
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion.

  14. Pass48,612 miles (+2,057)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    48,612 miles
    Test number
    488786790384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

  15. Pass46,555 miles (+2,469)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,555 miles
    Test number
    690293154919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,086 miles (+1,865)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    44,086 miles
    Test number
    815927954303
    • NoteTyres half slight cracking

  17. Pass42,221 miles (+2,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,221 miles
    Test number
    909733933341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass40,055 miles (+1,484)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,055 miles
    Test number
    178055042356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,571 miles (+2,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,571 miles
    Test number
    707643431302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  20. Pass35,853 miles (+2,251)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,853 miles
    Test number
    620230140356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,602 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,602 miles
    Test number
    431051859499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,856 miles
    Test number
    802096548349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,856 miles (+6,992)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,856 miles
    Test number
    543746948398
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass22,864 miles (+7,872)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,864 miles
    Test number
    290301457333
    • NoteRear brakes discs very badly corroded

  25. Pass14,992 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    14,992 miles
    Test number
    382075746356
    • NoteO/s/r wheel starting to bind
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded/poor condition

Questions about LS53 EDC

Does LS53 EDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 EDC is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EDC?
The MOT on LS53 EDC is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 EDC done?
LS53 EDC was recorded at 78,034 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 3,291 miles a year.
Has LS53 EDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EDC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 EDC 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 LS53 EDC find?
LS53 EDC passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth/weakened almost to cord inner shoulder.

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