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Volkswagen Polo

Maroon · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LS53 FSEMOT history

LS53 FSE is a maroon petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2022.

LS53 FSE maroon Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2023
Mileage
99,787 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 FSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 FSE was last recorded at 99,787 miles on 21 Sept 2022, 5,437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,350 miles · 24 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,437 miles
Average per year
4,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,787 miles
  • 2021 – 94,350 miles
  • 2020 – 90,985 miles
  • 2019 – 87,588 miles
  • 2018 – 84,161 miles
  • 2017 – 80,518 miles
  • 2016 – 77,751 miles
  • 2015 – 74,177 miles
  • 2014 – 71,890 miles
  • 2013 – 69,985 miles
  • 2012 – 66,296 miles
  • 2011 – 61,442 miles
  • 2010 – 57,061 miles
  • 2009 – 50,989 miles
  • 2008 – 41,515 miles
  • 2007 – 31,816 miles
  • 2006 – 24,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,787 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,787 miles (+5,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,787 miles
    Test number
    484367093064
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass94,350 miles (+3,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,350 miles
    Test number
    479011578013
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust mounting defective exhaust clamps corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass90,985 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,985 miles
    Test number
    674658369826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail90,985 miles (+3,397)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,985 miles
    Test number
    865856589024
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,588 miles
    Test number
    349432400605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,587 miles (+3,426)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,587 miles
    Test number
    387946289800
    • DangerousOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass84,161 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,161 miles
    Test number
    603945800076
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail84,160 miles (+3,642)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,160 miles
    Test number
    839267001943
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass80,518 miles (+2,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,518 miles
    Test number
    683963014088
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Pass77,751 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,751 miles
    Test number
    788312567632
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail77,750 miles (+3,573)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,750 miles
    Test number
    827117737924
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass74,177 miles (+2,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,177 miles
    Test number
    671563177478
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBackbox deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass71,890 miles (+1,905)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,890 miles
    Test number
    548105764286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,985 miles (+3,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,985 miles
    Test number
    437247143274
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass66,296 miles (+4,854)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,296 miles
    Test number
    456097832204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,442 miles (+4,381)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,442 miles
    Test number
    338216631249
    • NoteBodywork scratched
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly 185/60 14

  17. Pass57,061 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,061 miles
    Test number
    333019050217
    • NoteN/s mirror slightly loose
    • NoteO/s mirror surround loose
    • NoteScratches on the bodywork
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  18. Fail57,059 miles (+6,070)3 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,059 miles
    Test number
    500948050236
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteN/s mirror slightly loose
    • NoteO/s mirror surround loose
    • NoteScratches on the bodywork
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  19. Fail50,989 miles6 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,989 miles
    Test number
    600826369273
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBodywork scratched
    • NoteFront brake pads more than half worn
    • NoteFuel light on
    • NoteOil level on min

  20. Pass50,989 miles (+9,474)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,989 miles
    Test number
    721646169233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBodywork scratched
    • NoteFront brake pads more than half worn
    • NoteFuel light on
    • NoteOil level on min

  21. Pass41,515 miles (+9,699)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,515 miles
    Test number
    243122068204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,816 miles (+7,452)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,816 miles
    Test number
    402534267272
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres on legal limits

  23. Pass24,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,364 miles
    Test number
    240286696270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 FSE

Does LS53 FSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 FSE expired on 25 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 FSE?
The MOT on LS53 FSE expired on 25 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 FSE done?
LS53 FSE was recorded at 99,787 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2022, an average of 4,740 miles a year.
Has LS53 FSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 FSE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 FSE 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 FSE find?
LS53 FSE passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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