Volkswagen Polo
Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,422 cc
LS53 WLRMOT history
LS53 WLR is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 98,258 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 9 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 98,258 mi
- At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 21 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 3,862 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS53 WLR
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,422 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 5 Dec 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 5 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS53 WLR was last recorded at 98,258 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 18,235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 80,023 miles · 10 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 18,235 miles
- Average per year
- 3,862 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 98,258 miles
- 2025 – 80,023 miles
- 2024 – 72,197 miles
- 2023 – 69,441 miles
- 2022 – 64,472 miles
- 2021 – 60,697 miles
- 2020 – 56,664 miles
- 2019 – 52,846 miles
- 2018 – 52,159 miles
- 2017 – 47,651 miles
- 2016 – 44,081 miles
- 2015 – 40,155 miles
- 2014 – 34,898 miles
- 2013 – 29,752 miles
- 2012 – 25,738 miles
- 2011 – 25,503 miles
- 2010 – 25,291 miles
- 2009 – 25,121 miles
- 2008 – 24,874 miles
- 2007 – 24,608 miles
- 2006 – 24,081 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass98,258 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Engine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components.
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
25 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass98,258 miles (+18,235)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 98,258 miles
- Test number
- 261879249037
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,023 miles (+374)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 80,023 miles
- Test number
- 906228128468
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded
Fail79,649 miles (+7,452)7 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,649 miles
- Test number
- 610404037793
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass72,197 miles (+11)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 72,197 miles
- Test number
- 103386318780
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight lens dull (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight lens dull (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail72,186 miles (+2,745)3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,186 miles
- Test number
- 269748104665
- MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside 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 high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight lens dull (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight lens dull (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass69,441 miles (+4,969)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 69,441 miles
- Test number
- 661152248252
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass64,472 miles (+3,775)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 64,472 miles
- Test number
- 383008395391
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass60,697 miles (+4,033)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 60,697 miles
- Test number
- 142364600372
- AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has sidewall damage
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Pass56,664 miles (+3,818)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 56,664 miles
- Test number
- 111575271471
- AdvisoryFront both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass52,846 miles (+687)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 52,846 miles
- Test number
- 374426568988
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass52,159 miles (+23)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 52,159 miles
- Test number
- 827151388591
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Fail52,136 miles (+4,485)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,136 miles
- Test number
- 447611117266
- MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components.
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Uneven wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass47,651 miles (+3,570)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 47,651 miles
- Test number
- 400858558892
- AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre balding on inner edge
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on sidewalls
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryCovers under car
- AdvisoryEngine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
Pass44,081 miles (+3,926)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 44,081 miles
- Test number
- 625393420950
- AdvisoryCovers under the car
- AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing
- AdvisoryRattling noise coming from inside the dashboard
Pass40,155 miles (+134)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 40,155 miles
- Test number
- 340522905778
- AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- 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)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail40,021 miles (+5,123)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,021 miles
- Test number
- 742041478696
- DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- 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)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass34,898 miles (+5,146)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 34,898 miles
- Test number
- 568352014336
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,752 miles (+4,014)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 29,752 miles
- Test number
- 496898533355
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,738 miles (+235)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 25,738 miles
- Test number
- 948087922319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,503 miles (+212)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 25,503 miles
- Test number
- 389997931321
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,291 miles (+170)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 25,291 miles
- Test number
- 400436130379
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,121 miles (+247)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 25,121 miles
- Test number
- 164168939362
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,874 miles (+266)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 24,874 miles
- Test number
- 433393438323
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,608 miles (+527)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 24,608 miles
- Test number
- 174427737341
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,081 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 24,081 miles
- Test number
- 292805126317
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS53 WLR
- Does LS53 WLR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 WLR is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS53 WLR?
- The MOT on LS53 WLR is valid until 9 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 WLR done?
- LS53 WLR was recorded at 98,258 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,862 miles a year.
- Has LS53 WLR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS53 WLR has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on LS53 WLR 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 WLR find?
- LS53 WLR passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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