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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LS53 VJLMOT history

LS53 VJL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

LS53 VJL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2024
Mileage
111,754 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VJL
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
20 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VJL was last recorded at 111,754 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 12,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,549 miles · 23 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
12,205 miles
Average per year
6,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,754 miles
  • 2022 – 99,549 miles
  • 2021 – 96,992 miles
  • 2020 – 92,929 miles
  • 2019 – 82,150 miles
  • 2018 – 74,476 miles
  • 2017 – 71,824 miles
  • 2016 – 69,104 miles
  • 2015 – 66,015 miles
  • 2014 – 60,483 miles
  • 2013 – 54,193 miles
  • 2012 – 48,673 miles
  • 2011 – 42,761 miles
  • 2010 – 37,117 miles
  • 2009 – 23,594 miles
  • 2008 – 18,418 miles
  • 2007 – 12,745 miles
  • 2006 – 9,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,754 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,754 miles (+12,205)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    111,754 miles
    Test number
    860348223523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,549 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    342057058415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component covered in underseal

  3. Fail99,549 miles (+2,557)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    428972902751
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component covered in underseal

  4. Pass96,992 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,992 miles
    Test number
    738158068640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail96,991 miles (+4,062)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,991 miles
    Test number
    941368819720
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass92,929 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,929 miles
    Test number
    185625915318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail92,926 miles (+10,776)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,926 miles
    Test number
    252883499400
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,150 miles (+7,674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,150 miles
    Test number
    800887427820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  9. Pass74,476 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,476 miles
    Test number
    964728436429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Fail74,470 miles (+2,646)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,470 miles
    Test number
    135052903820
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass71,824 miles (+2,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,824 miles
    Test number
    207230869205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  12. Pass69,104 miles (+3,089)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    69,104 miles
    Test number
    272009423120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box deteriorated

  13. Pass66,015 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,015 miles
    Test number
    156371695432
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer case corroded

  14. Fail66,015 miles (+5,532)5 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,015 miles
    Test number
    159601795047
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer case corroded

  15. Pass60,483 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,483 miles
    Test number
    856667064116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail60,473 miles (+6,280)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,473 miles
    Test number
    296763864157
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,193 miles (+15)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,193 miles
    Test number
    799408973189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine management lamp staying on.
    • NoteTailbox deteriorating but not leaking.

  18. Fail54,178 miles (+5,505)3 dangerous9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,178 miles
    Test number
    588162473103
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteEngine management lamp staying on.
    • NoteTailbox deteriorating but not leaking.

  19. Pass48,673 miles (+5,912)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,673 miles
    Test number
    668640262116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/R brake has slight Bind

  20. Pass42,761 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,761 miles
    Test number
    515944361183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front and rerar brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  21. Fail42,761 miles (+5,644)1 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,761 miles
    Test number
    965504161137
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front and rerar brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  22. Pass37,117 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,117 miles
    Test number
    853817460132
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  23. Fail37,108 miles (+13,514)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,108 miles
    Test number
    363946960185
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  24. Pass23,594 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,594 miles
    Test number
    894454979191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,418 miles (+5,673)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    18,418 miles
    Test number
    440743928470
    • NoteRear discs are corroded
    • NoteWipers are slightly smeary

  26. Pass12,745 miles (+3,106)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    12,745 miles
    Test number
    664824727387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass9,639 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    9,639 miles
    Test number
    563092726349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LS53 VJL

Does LS53 VJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VJL expired on 25 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VJL?
The MOT on LS53 VJL expired on 25 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VJL done?
LS53 VJL was recorded at 111,754 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 6,151 miles a year.
Has LS53 VJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VJL has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 VJL 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 VJL find?
LS53 VJL passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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