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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 EOJMOT history

LS53 EOJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

LS53 EOJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
101,129 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EOJ
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
19 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EOJ was last recorded at 101,129 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 9,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jul 2014: 18,393 miles, lower than 48,553 miles on 31 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
91,586 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
9,543 miles
Average per year
5,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,129 miles
  • 2021 – 91,586 miles
  • 2020 – 82,634 miles
  • 2019 – 79,374 miles
  • 2018 – 76,944 miles
  • 2017 – 74,284 miles
  • 2016 – 68,563 miles
  • 2015 – 62,223 miles
  • 2014 – 18,393 miles
  • 2013 – 48,553 miles
  • 2012 – 41,862 miles
  • 2011 – 36,328 miles
  • 2010 – 29,209 miles
  • 2009 – 27,456 miles
  • 2008 – 23,176 miles
  • 2007 – 18,854 miles
  • 2006 – 14,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,129 miles
  • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,129 miles (+9,543)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,129 miles
    Test number
    952846173012
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass91,586 miles (+8,952)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,586 miles
    Test number
    676859888661
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,634 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,634 miles
    Test number
    900841853411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOily underside

  4. Fail82,633 miles (+3,259)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,633 miles
    Test number
    950487128646
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOily underside

  5. Pass79,374 miles (+2,430)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,374 miles
    Test number
    489453012721
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust has outer casing broken
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box has slight rust

  6. Pass76,944 miles (+2,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,944 miles
    Test number
    169566369296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass74,284 miles (+5,721)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,284 miles
    Test number
    682209977349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,563 miles
    Test number
    697614840049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail68,563 miles (+6,340)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,563 miles
    Test number
    931352585452
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass62,223 miles (+43,830)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,223 miles
    Test number
    345532225287
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has numerous flat spots.

  11. Pass18,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,393 miles
    Test number
    146190114207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail18,393 miles (-30,160)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,393 miles
    Test number
    949079904263
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass48,553 miles (+6,691)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    48,553 miles
    Test number
    777642513266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,862 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,862 miles
    Test number
    986628322228
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail41,861 miles (+5,533)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,861 miles
    Test number
    156966322266
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass36,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,328 miles
    Test number
    389925721208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,328 miles (+7,119)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,328 miles
    Test number
    987255021283
    • Repaired at testPower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

  18. Pass29,209 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,209 miles
    Test number
    393994000403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,456 miles
    Test number
    392243529313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,456 miles (+4,280)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,456 miles
    Test number
    741082129369
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass23,176 miles (+4,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,176 miles
    Test number
    330682028358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass18,854 miles (+4,634)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,854 miles
    Test number
    763382117347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,220 miles
    Test number
    643283916398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 EOJ

Does LS53 EOJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 EOJ expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EOJ?
The MOT on LS53 EOJ expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 EOJ done?
LS53 EOJ was recorded at 101,129 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 5,335 miles a year.
Has LS53 EOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EOJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 EOJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 EOJ find?
LS53 EOJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front; steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front; coolant leak, and 9 more.

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