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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 SWJMOT history

LS53 SWJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 66,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

LS53 SWJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
66,533 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 SWJ
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
10 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 SWJ was last recorded at 66,533 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,478 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
2,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,533 miles
  • 2025 – 66,478 miles
  • 2024 – 62,751 miles
  • 2023 – 59,354 miles
  • 2022 – 57,300 miles
  • 2021 – 55,870 miles
  • 2020 – 54,144 miles
  • 2019 – 52,937 miles
  • 2018 – 50,919 miles
  • 2017 – 48,365 miles
  • 2016 – 45,618 miles
  • 2015 – 41,726 miles
  • 2014 – 40,045 miles
  • 2013 – 39,024 miles
  • 2012 – 37,057 miles
  • 2011 – 36,256 miles
  • 2010 – 35,661 miles
  • 2009 – 33,733 miles
  • 2008 – 32,811 miles
  • 2007 – 32,173 miles
  • 2006 – 20,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,533 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass66,533 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    66,533 miles
    Test number
    561909680747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail66,478 miles (+3,727)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,478 miles
    Test number
    466779941739
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass62,751 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    62,751 miles
    Test number
    733865221924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  4. Fail62,751 miles (+3,397)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,751 miles
    Test number
    936571829110
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  5. Pass59,354 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    447393282471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail59,354 miles (+2,054)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    312887004564
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass57,300 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    57,300 miles
    Test number
    936368339891
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tires cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail57,221 miles (+1,351)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,221 miles
    Test number
    953356033533
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tires cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass55,870 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,870 miles
    Test number
    305076816387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside rear body damaged

  10. Fail55,870 miles (+1,726)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,870 miles
    Test number
    520565257737
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside rear body damaged

  11. Pass54,144 miles (+1,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    54,144 miles
    Test number
    869509949432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body slight damaged

  12. Pass52,937 miles (+2,018)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,937 miles
    Test number
    830516566280
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil strong advisory (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gear oil strong advisory (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and o/s some stuff on seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides wings slight damaged

  13. Pass50,919 miles (+2,554)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,919 miles
    Test number
    354204310679
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded on face slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass48,365 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    48,365 miles
    Test number
    988357973148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail48,365 miles (+2,747)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,365 miles
    Test number
    764902187590
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass45,618 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,618 miles
    Test number
    681144954446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail45,618 miles (+3,892)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,618 miles
    Test number
    164754546949
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,726 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    41,726 miles
    Test number
    930036133220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,725 miles (+1,680)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    887765946486
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Pass40,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    40,045 miles
    Test number
    706155934367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,045 miles (+1,021)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,045 miles
    Test number
    895415134347
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass39,024 miles (+1,967)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,024 miles
    Test number
    379249933302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,057 miles (+801)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,057 miles
    Test number
    468614622333
    • NoteNear side rear brake slighty binding
    • NoteWipers smearing

  24. Pass36,256 miles (+595)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,256 miles
    Test number
    488078111398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUndertray not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

  25. Pass35,661 miles (+1,928)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,661 miles
    Test number
    670788820352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,733 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,733 miles
    Test number
    912500339374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,811 miles
    Test number
    853866538381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,810 miles (+637)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,810 miles
    Test number
    662096438301
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  29. Pass32,173 miles (+11,684)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,173 miles
    Test number
    450890817413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,489 miles
    Test number
    370385316387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 SWJ

Does LS53 SWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 SWJ is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 SWJ?
The MOT on LS53 SWJ is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 SWJ done?
LS53 SWJ was recorded at 66,533 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 2,386 miles a year.
Has LS53 SWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 SWJ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 SWJ 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 SWJ find?
LS53 SWJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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