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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 NHCMOT history

LS53 NHC is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 112,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2024.

LS53 NHC black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2025
Mileage
112,125 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NHC
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
30 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 NHC was last recorded at 112,125 miles on 20 Mar 2024, 3,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,260 miles · 28 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,865 miles
Average per year
5,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,125 miles
  • 2023 – 108,260 miles
  • 2022 – 99,431 miles
  • 2020 – 93,086 miles
  • 2019 – 89,548 miles
  • 2018 – 85,228 miles
  • 2017 – 82,453 miles
  • 2016 – 79,573 miles
  • 2015 – 76,634 miles
  • 2014 – 71,298 miles
  • 2013 – 57,058 miles
  • 2012 – 54,627 miles
  • 2011 – 46,790 miles
  • 2010 – 38,649 miles
  • 2009 – 32,972 miles
  • 2008 – 29,155 miles
  • 2007 – 23,818 miles
  • 2006 – 15,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,125 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Underbody components slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,125 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    112,125 miles
    Test number
    517019056963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    108,260 miles
    Test number
    390774432607
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail108,260 miles (+8,829)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,260 miles
    Test number
    870724453190
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass99,431 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,431 miles
    Test number
    284684697837
    • AdvisoryUnderbody components slightly corroded

  5. Fail99,415 miles (+6,329)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,415 miles
    Test number
    494340233138
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Fuel system component leaking Filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody components slightly corroded

  6. Pass93,086 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,086 miles
    Test number
    681397686406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEvidence of leak at petrol filter

  7. Fail93,086 miles (+3,538)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,086 miles
    Test number
    494763605505
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEvidence of leak at petrol filter

  8. Pass89,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,548 miles
    Test number
    451358266741
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail89,548 miles (+4,320)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,548 miles
    Test number
    483959492281
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid blowing out of side of bonnet (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass85,228 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    830993482239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail85,228 miles (+2,775)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    610293636440
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass82,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,453 miles
    Test number
    410742869548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,453 miles (+2,880)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,453 miles
    Test number
    674291788091
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid frozn? (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass79,573 miles (+2,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,573 miles
    Test number
    104073438004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass76,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,634 miles
    Test number
    877696470235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox is corroded

  16. Fail76,634 miles (+5,336)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,634 miles
    Test number
    617478426391
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox is corroded

  17. Pass71,298 miles (+14,240)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,298 miles
    Test number
    618094564315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,058 miles
    Test number
    317127313451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,055 miles (+2,428)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,055 miles
    Test number
    978367213299
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass54,627 miles5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,627 miles
    Test number
    616228542341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

  21. Fail54,627 miles (+7,837)2 failures5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,627 miles
    Test number
    125168542398
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

  22. Pass46,790 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,790 miles
    Test number
    747568341317
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside headlamp bulb incorrectly fitted but pattern and aim are OK

  23. Fail46,789 miles (+8,140)1 failure4 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,789 miles
    Test number
    237918241357
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testCentre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside headlamp bulb incorrectly fitted but pattern and aim are OK

  24. Pass38,649 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,649 miles
    Test number
    492694560443
    • NoteE.M.L. Light on

  25. Fail38,649 miles (+5,677)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,649 miles
    Test number
    440594360458
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteE.M.L. Light on

  26. Pass32,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,972 miles
    Test number
    414776739325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,971 miles (+3,816)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,971 miles
    Test number
    530846439347
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass29,155 miles (+5,337)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,155 miles
    Test number
    524442058327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,818 miles (+8,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,818 miles
    Test number
    981643557345
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Pass15,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    15,764 miles
    Test number
    354333666397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 NHC

Does LS53 NHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 NHC expired on 19 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NHC?
The MOT on LS53 NHC expired on 19 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 NHC done?
LS53 NHC was recorded at 112,125 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2024, an average of 5,595 miles a year.
Has LS53 NHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NHC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 NHC 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 NHC find?
LS53 NHC passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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