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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 SWUMOT history

LS53 SWU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 84,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LS53 SWU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
84,508 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 SWU
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
15 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 SWU was last recorded at 84,508 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,499 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,508 miles
  • 2024 – 82,966 miles
  • 2023 – 81,482 miles
  • 2022 – 79,702 miles
  • 2021 – 77,127 miles
  • 2020 – 74,950 miles
  • 2019 – 71,960 miles
  • 2018 – 68,075 miles
  • 2017 – 62,678 miles
  • 2016 – 57,842 miles
  • 2015 – 49,085 miles
  • 2013 – 40,155 miles
  • 2012 – 34,615 miles
  • 2011 – 27,982 miles
  • 2010 – 22,061 miles
  • 2009 – 18,855 miles
  • 2008 – 15,818 miles
  • 2007 – 13,660 miles
  • 2006 – 10,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,508 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but light output not effectedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,508 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,508 miles
    Test number
    754429103762
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but light output not effected
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail84,499 miles (+1,533)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,499 miles
    Test number
    643808038361
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but light output not effected
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,966 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    82,966 miles
    Test number
    837959271533
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but light output not effected
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail82,966 miles (+1,484)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,966 miles
    Test number
    697277328269
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens cracked but light output not effected
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,482 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,482 miles
    Test number
    614357348861
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens cracked

  6. Fail81,478 miles (+1,776)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,478 miles
    Test number
    362262455463
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox outer shield corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,702 miles
    Test number
    305509958013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail79,702 miles (+2,575)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,702 miles
    Test number
    389981563811
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,127 miles (+2,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    77,127 miles
    Test number
    665439871168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,950 miles (+2,990)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,950 miles
    Test number
    275352722591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,960 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,960 miles
    Test number
    359779451594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,075 miles
    Test number
    712656297203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,075 miles (+5,397)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,075 miles
    Test number
    742880341690
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass62,678 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,678 miles
    Test number
    398252137567
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail62,678 miles (+4,836)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,678 miles
    Test number
    181014730108
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass57,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,842 miles
    Test number
    161158895383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,842 miles (+8,757)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,842 miles
    Test number
    673362701726
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass49,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,085 miles
    Test number
    408530025085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail49,085 miles (+8,930)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,085 miles
    Test number
    658695115075
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,155 miles (+5,540)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,155 miles
    Test number
    146501633351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass34,615 miles (+7)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    767204032317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEML lamp on

  22. Fail34,608 miles (+6,626)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,608 miles
    Test number
    138183332327
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEML lamp on

  23. Pass27,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,982 miles
    Test number
    966867621308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,982 miles (+5,921)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,982 miles
    Test number
    677225821383
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass22,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    22,061 miles
    Test number
    454678320416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail22,061 miles (+3,206)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,061 miles
    Test number
    493138820415
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass18,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,855 miles
    Test number
    422601029305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail18,855 miles (+3,037)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,855 miles
    Test number
    924671529353
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  29. Pass15,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,818 miles
    Test number
    422302008492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail15,818 miles (+2,158)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,818 miles
    Test number
    122758798218
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass13,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    13,660 miles
    Test number
    162722097260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail13,660 miles (+2,825)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,660 miles
    Test number
    323792897299
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  33. Pass10,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    10,835 miles
    Test number
    660650406399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 SWU

Does LS53 SWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 SWU is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 SWU?
The MOT on LS53 SWU is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 SWU done?
LS53 SWU was recorded at 84,508 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 3,866 miles a year.
Has LS53 SWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 SWU has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 SWU 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 SWU find?
LS53 SWU passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear lamp lens cracked but light output not effected, and 4 more.

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