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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LS53 NJZMOT history

LS53 NJZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 102,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Dec 2024.

LS53 NJZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2026
Mileage
102,385 mi
At MOT on 28 Dec 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NJZ
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
7 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 NJZ was last recorded at 102,385 miles on 28 Dec 2024, 2,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,198 miles · 9 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
2,187 miles
Average per year
4,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,385 miles
  • 2023 – 100,198 miles
  • 2022 – 98,736 miles
  • 2021 – 94,647 miles
  • 2020 – 91,180 miles
  • 2019 – 86,372 miles
  • 2018 – 86,358 miles
  • 2017 – 81,264 miles
  • 2016 – 76,036 miles
  • 2015 – 70,335 miles
  • 2014 – 66,465 miles
  • 2013 – 62,256 miles
  • 2012 – 56,375 miles
  • 2011 – 49,050 miles
  • 2010 – 44,967 miles
  • 2009 – 39,744 miles
  • 2008 – 34,095 miles
  • 2007 – 26,891 miles
  • 2006 – 19,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,385 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,385 miles (+2,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    102,385 miles
    Test number
    592024696553
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass100,198 miles (+1,462)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,198 miles
    Test number
    955869142577
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass98,736 miles (+1,999)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,736 miles
    Test number
    650796984318
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass96,737 miles (+2,090)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,737 miles
    Test number
    757452382023
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass94,647 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,647 miles
    Test number
    910070337189
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside morror damaged

  6. Fail94,627 miles (+3,447)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,627 miles
    Test number
    895199524288
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside morror damaged

  7. Pass91,180 miles (+4,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    162119056849
    • AdvisoryOil level low, must be topped up.

  8. Pass86,372 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,372 miles
    Test number
    246406229371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  9. Fail86,372 miles (+14)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,372 miles
    Test number
    128356198410
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Fail86,358 miles (+5,094)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,358 miles
    Test number
    782901263202
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass81,264 miles (+5,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    466030340011
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  12. Pass76,036 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,036 miles
    Test number
    107693475075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge.

  13. Fail76,036 miles (+5,701)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,036 miles
    Test number
    107164647150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge.

  14. Pass70,335 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,335 miles
    Test number
    950988363643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,465 miles (+4,209)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,465 miles
    Test number
    159079034347
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBack box outer skin corroded

  16. Pass62,256 miles (+5,881)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    62,256 miles
    Test number
    987890153374
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass56,375 miles (+7,325)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,375 miles
    Test number
    109401772285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,050 miles (+4,083)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,050 miles
    Test number
    909936461272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,967 miles (+5,223)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,967 miles
    Test number
    803651580200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,744 miles (+5,649)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    39,744 miles
    Test number
    322362699464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,095 miles (+7,204)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,095 miles
    Test number
    862312208347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,891 miles (+7,408)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,891 miles
    Test number
    892405707318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,483 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    19,483 miles
    Test number
    573531596222
    • 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)

Questions about LS53 NJZ

Does LS53 NJZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 NJZ expired on 5 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NJZ?
The MOT on LS53 NJZ expired on 5 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 NJZ done?
LS53 NJZ was recorded at 102,385 miles at its MOT on 28 Dec 2024, an average of 4,556 miles a year.
Has LS53 NJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NJZ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 NJZ 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 NJZ find?
LS53 NJZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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