
Volkswagen Polo
Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc
LS53 SWYMOT history
LS53 SWY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 105,321 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 3 Jan 2023
- Mileage
- 105,321 mi
- At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
- MOT tests
- 29
- 16 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 5,595 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS53 SWY
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 5 Nov 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Jan 2022 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS53 SWY was last recorded at 105,321 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 1,302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2020.
- Previous MOT
- 104,019 miles · 4 Sept 2020
- Between the last two tests
- 1,302 miles
- Average per year
- 5,595 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 105,321 miles
- 2020 – 104,019 miles
- 2019 – 100,150 miles
- 2018 – 93,994 miles
- 2017 – 91,535 miles
- 2016 – 87,395 miles
- 2015 – 81,359 miles
- 2014 – 77,159 miles
- 2013 – 70,783 miles
- 2012 – 65,056 miles
- 2011 – 56,458 miles
- 2010 – 48,751 miles
- 2009 – 40,965 miles
- 2008 – 33,924 miles
- 2007 – 27,019 miles
- 2006 – 20,404 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryEngine covers, sill covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
- AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded has minor gas leaks / rear box outer skin flaking off
- AdvisoryFront & Rear Brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- AdvisoryHand brake just met minimum mot requirements , needs adjustment / repair
- AdvisoryHand brake lever has very little reserve travel left
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear brakes just met minimum mot requirements , needs adjustment / repair
- AdvisoryRear subframe is is corroded & rubbers are perished
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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2014
Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011
Full MOT history
29 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass105,321 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 105,321 miles
- Test number
- 799229229722
- AdvisoryEngine covers, sill covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
- AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded has minor gas leaks / rear box outer skin flaking off
- AdvisoryFront & Rear Brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- AdvisoryHand brake just met minimum mot requirements , needs adjustment / repair
- AdvisoryHand brake lever has very little reserve travel left
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear brakes just met minimum mot requirements , needs adjustment / repair
- AdvisoryRear subframe is is corroded & rubbers are perished
Fail105,321 miles (+1,302)3 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,321 miles
- Test number
- 873189229113
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryEngine covers, sill covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
- AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded has minor gas leaks / rear box outer skin flaking off
- AdvisoryFront & Rear Brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- AdvisoryHand brake just met minimum mot requirements , needs adjustment / repair
- AdvisoryHand brake lever has very little reserve travel left
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear brakes just met minimum mot requirements , needs adjustment / repair
- AdvisoryRear subframe is is corroded & rubbers are perished
Pass104,019 miles (+10)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 104,019 miles
- Test number
- 306039014763
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail104,009 miles (+3,859)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,009 miles
- Test number
- 221631393095
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass100,150 miles (+11)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 100,150 miles
- Test number
- 184726686057
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail100,139 miles (+6,145)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,139 miles
- Test number
- 768667738206
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass93,994 miles (+2,459)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 93,994 miles
- Test number
- 893334828716
- MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Standard fitment seat belt missing
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all areas
Pass91,535 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 91,535 miles
- Test number
- 321429474875
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner cracks in tyre wall
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Fail91,535 miles (+4,140)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,535 miles
- Test number
- 407256042752
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner cracks in tyre wall
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Pass87,395 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 87,395 miles
- Test number
- 620855130981
- AdvisoryEML light illuminated
- AdvisoryEngine bay covers & under-trays fitted
- AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
Fail87,394 miles (+6,035)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,394 miles
- Test number
- 293622717777
- FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- AdvisoryEML light illuminated
- AdvisoryEngine bay covers & under-trays fitted
- AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
Pass81,359 miles (+4,200)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 31 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 81,359 miles
- Test number
- 146295325265
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass77,159 miles3 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 31 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 77,159 miles
- Test number
- 557474044200
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteNearside front tyre cracking on tread section
- NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall damge no cords showing
- NoteRear brake disc sign of over heating disc look slight blue in colour
- NoteRear exhaust deteriorated
Fail77,159 miles (+2)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,159 miles
- Test number
- 475373944244
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteNearside front tyre cracking on tread section
- NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall damge no cords showing
- NoteRear brake disc sign of over heating disc look slight blue in colour
- NoteRear exhaust deteriorated
Fail77,157 miles (+6,374)5 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,157 miles
- Test number
- 395952444450
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEML shows a fault
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass70,783 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 70,783 miles
- Test number
- 335732733417
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteOil leak
Fail70,783 miles (+5,727)1 failure3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,783 miles
- Test number
- 949172333214
- FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteOil leak
Fail65,056 miles1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,056 miles
- Test number
- 216037832200
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteO/s/f tyre worn right to minimum limit (attention required soon) washer bottle leaking, oil leaks, pads worn, wipers worn, suspension components rusting, o/s/f abs wire adrift, exhaust rusting.
- NoteSome interior trim missing
Pass65,056 miles (+8,598)1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 65,056 miles
- Test number
- 579957932266
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteO/s/f tyre worn right to minimum limit (attention required soon) washer bottle leaking, oil leaks, pads worn, wipers worn, suspension components rusting, o/s/f abs wire adrift, exhaust rusting.
- NoteSome interior trim missing
Pass56,458 miles (+122)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 56,458 miles
- Test number
- 286390851389
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteEngine and EPC lights are on in the instrument cluster
- NoteOffside front suspension arm rear bush not fitted properly but is still secure
Fail56,336 miles (+7,585)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,336 miles
- Test number
- 659793641369
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- 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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteEngine and EPC lights are on in the instrument cluster
- NoteUnable to tilt the drivers seat
Pass48,751 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 48,751 miles
- Test number
- 912873130350
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Fail48,751 miles (+7,786)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,751 miles
- Test number
- 870393230344
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass40,965 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 40,965 miles
- Test number
- 862631349343
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail40,965 miles (+7,041)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,965 miles
- Test number
- 352351049352
- FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass33,924 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 33,924 miles
- Test number
- 581926968347
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail33,924 miles (+6,905)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 33,924 miles
- Test number
- 144174568307
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass27,019 miles (+6,615)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 27,019 miles
- Test number
- 993675607372
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass20,404 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 20,404 miles
- Test number
- 892304906368
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS53 SWY
- Does LS53 SWY currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LS53 SWY expired on 3 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LS53 SWY?
- The MOT on LS53 SWY expired on 3 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LS53 SWY done?
- LS53 SWY was recorded at 105,321 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 5,595 miles a year.
- Has LS53 SWY ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS53 SWY has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
- Has the mileage on LS53 SWY 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 SWY find?
- LS53 SWY passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with 8 advisories: engine covers, sill covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection; exhaust system is corroded has minor gas leaks / rear box outer skin flaking off; front & rear brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.
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