WL53NWZ - VOLKSWAGEN POLO
MOT: ValidGB
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Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 32 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
32
Passed Tests
19
Failed Tests
13
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 24 October 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,241 mi
Expires: 23 October 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Suspension Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion
- Advisory Central Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve Clamp Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Across Steering Rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Failed - 22 October 2025 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,236 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deeply Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Suspension Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion
- Advisory Central Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve Clamp Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Across Steering Rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Passed - 27 September 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,499 mi
Expires: 26 September 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- Advisory Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle. Including associated components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Failed - 16 September 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,481 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Objects hanging from central mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- Major Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Major Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- Major Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Major Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- Advisory Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle. Including associated components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 01 September 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,299 mi
Expires: 31 August 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust system is corroded.
Failed - 31 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,257 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust system is corroded.
Passed - 24 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 97,135 mi
Expires: 23 August 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear exhaust silencer corroded
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Failed - 03 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 97,099 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust corroded.
Failed - 12 April 2022 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 97,085 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Major Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Major Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust system corroded.
Passed - 27 March 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,860 mi
Expires: 26 March 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory mil on
- Advisory suspension slightly corroded
Failed - 23 March 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,828 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 276 (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.84 (8.2.1.2 (b))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory mil on
- Advisory suspension slightly corroded
Passed - 25 March 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,696 mi
Expires: 24 March 2021
Failed - 17 March 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,676 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Major Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.81 (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 08 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,913 mi
Expires: 15 March 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded 2 pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 08 March 2019 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,910 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded 2 pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 03 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,250 mi
Expires: 15 March 2019
Passed - 28 February 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,643 mi
Expires: 15 March 2018
Passed - 19 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,391 mi
Expires: 15 March 2017
Failed - 09 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,357 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Major Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Passed - 16 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,998 mi
Expires: 15 March 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Failed - 09 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,982 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed - 03 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,442 mi
Expires: 14 February 2015
Failed - 03 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,442 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 12 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,245 mi
Expires: 14 February 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 12 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,245 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 08 February 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,602 mi
Expires: 14 February 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 08 February 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,602 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 08 February 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,648 mi
Expires: 14 February 2012
Passed - 11 February 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,326 mi
Expires: 14 February 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Passed - 12 February 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,599 mi
Expires: 14 February 2010
Passed - 07 February 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 26,635 mi
Expires: 14 February 2009
Passed - 16 January 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,082 mi
Expires: 14 February 2008
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for WL53NWZ?
The MOT expires on 23 October 2026.
What is the tax status of WL53NWZ?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 September 2026.
What are the specifications of WL53NWZ?
This is a 2004 VOLKSWAGEN POLO in Silver. It runs on Petrol with a 1390cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of WL53NWZ?
This vehicle produces 180 g/km of CO2 emissions.