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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 ENPMOT history

LS53 ENP is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2021.

LS53 ENP black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2022
Mileage
113,161 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ENP
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
21 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ENP was last recorded at 113,161 miles on 24 Nov 2021, 8,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,492 miles · 18 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
8,669 miles
Average per year
7,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 113,161 miles
  • 2020 – 104,492 miles
  • 2019 – 93,569 miles
  • 2018 – 84,370 miles
  • 2017 – 69,234 miles
  • 2016 – 56,983 miles
  • 2015 – 46,371 miles
  • 2014 – 37,155 miles
  • 2013 – 29,016 miles
  • 2012 – 20,348 miles
  • 2011 – 10,619 miles
  • 2010 – 9,873 miles
  • 2009 – 9,661 miles
  • 2008 – 9,197 miles
  • 2007 – 7,248 miles
  • 2006 – 5,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,161 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has cut on side wall (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,161 miles (+8,669)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,161 miles
    Test number
    851504549726
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has cut on side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass104,492 miles (+10,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,492 miles
    Test number
    578979128141
    • 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))

  3. Pass93,569 miles5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,569 miles
    Test number
    395145217607
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail93,569 miles (+9,199)1 repaired5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,569 miles
    Test number
    193404476545
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass84,370 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    618222489864
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail84,370 miles (+15,136)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    868836300930
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass69,234 miles (+12,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    69,234 miles
    Test number
    874259007055
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass56,983 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    294746750835
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Bothside (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail56,983 miles (+10,612)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    954706461273
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Bothside (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass46,371 miles (+9,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,371 miles
    Test number
    562684765276
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass37,155 miles (+8,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,155 miles
    Test number
    989242524313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Pass29,016 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    29,016 miles
    Test number
    597596433366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,916 miles (+8,568)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,916 miles
    Test number
    886162933325
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass20,348 miles (+9,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    20,348 miles
    Test number
    156812352337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass10,619 miles (+746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    10,619 miles
    Test number
    828069341302
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass9,873 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    9,873 miles
    Test number
    862340030341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,661 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    9,661 miles
    Test number
    633868039350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,197 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    9,197 miles
    Test number
    630801758327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,248 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    7,248 miles
    Test number
    503733597286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,944 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    5,944 miles
    Test number
    682158696210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail5,933 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,933 miles
    Test number
    272573996280
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LS53 ENP

Does LS53 ENP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 ENP expired on 23 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ENP?
The MOT on LS53 ENP expired on 23 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 ENP done?
LS53 ENP was recorded at 113,161 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2021, an average of 7,103 miles a year.
Has LS53 ENP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ENP has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LS53 ENP 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 ENP find?
LS53 ENP passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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