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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LS53 HNVMOT history

LS53 HNV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 96,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LS53 HNV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,214 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 HNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 HNV was last recorded at 96,214 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 2,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,482 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,732 miles
Average per year
4,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,214 miles
  • 2025 – 93,482 miles
  • 2024 – 90,129 miles
  • 2023 – 88,368 miles
  • 2022 – 83,975 miles
  • 2021 – 79,753 miles
  • 2020 – 76,461 miles
  • 2019 – 75,971 miles
  • 2018 – 69,318 miles
  • 2017 – 61,710 miles
  • 2016 – 55,294 miles
  • 2015 – 46,792 miles
  • 2014 – 38,194 miles
  • 2013 – 30,630 miles
  • 2012 – 27,483 miles
  • 2010 – 24,722 miles
  • 2009 – 22,532 miles
  • 2008 – 20,214 miles
  • 2007 – 17,162 miles
  • 2006 – 14,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,214 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body & suspension component corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges & perished (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges & perished (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,214 miles (+2,732)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,214 miles
    Test number
    139464743702
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body & suspension component corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges & perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges & perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,482 miles (+3,353)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    93,482 miles
    Test number
    883415773381
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (both sides) grease around boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (both sides) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (both sides) cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (both sides) getting low on tread and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp cleaning devices inoperative both sides
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (engine area) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (both sides) slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

  3. Pass90,129 miles (+1,761)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    90,129 miles
    Test number
    443031766330
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber bodies corroded
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  4. Pass88,368 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,368 miles
    Test number
    101427616499
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (both sides) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  5. Fail88,368 miles (+4,393)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,368 miles
    Test number
    341689451418
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (both sides) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  6. Pass83,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    83,975 miles
    Test number
    427916915998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,975 miles (+4,222)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,975 miles
    Test number
    767777648706
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions

  8. Pass79,753 miles (+3,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,753 miles
    Test number
    390571917510
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Pass76,461 miles (+490)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,461 miles
    Test number
    181852088616
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass75,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    75,971 miles
    Test number
    147495945851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,971 miles (+6,653)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,971 miles
    Test number
    887098919441
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass69,318 miles (+7,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,318 miles
    Test number
    988261693567
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  13. Pass61,710 miles (+6,416)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,710 miles
    Test number
    240815698425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Zero in inner edge, no cords showing at time of test (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak From sump area
    • AdvisoryRear Back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Washer inop

  14. Pass55,294 miles (+8,502)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,294 miles
    Test number
    287866611416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,792 miles (+8,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,792 miles
    Test number
    961915225374
    • 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)

  16. Pass38,194 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,194 miles
    Test number
    748842974256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail38,190 miles (+7,560)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,190 miles
    Test number
    937992574276
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass30,630 miles (+3,147)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    30,630 miles
    Test number
    787179883262
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass27,483 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    27,483 miles
    Test number
    859559172274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,722 miles (+2,190)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,722 miles
    Test number
    420243900336
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear brakes noisy

  21. Pass22,532 miles (+2,318)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,532 miles
    Test number
    794477809399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,214 miles
    Test number
    981227418321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail20,214 miles (+3,052)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,214 miles
    Test number
    830493018334
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass17,162 miles (+3,089)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    17,162 miles
    Test number
    520523097274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,073 miles
    Test number
    631315916375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 HNV

Does LS53 HNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 HNV is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 HNV?
The MOT on LS53 HNV is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 HNV done?
LS53 HNV was recorded at 96,214 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 4,154 miles a year.
Has LS53 HNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 HNV has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 HNV 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 HNV find?
LS53 HNV passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust system corroded; general under body & suspension component corrosion; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges & perished, and 2 more.

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