The road tax status for VA53 LRL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VA53 LRL?

The MOT for VA53 LRL is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 September 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of VA53 LRL?

The recorded mileage for VA53 LRL is 61,295 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VA53 LRL ULEZ compliant?

No, VA53 LRL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · VA53 LRL

VA53 LRL

2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2003. Recorded mileage 61,295 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2003 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 17/09/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 61,295 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 17/09/2025

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Mileage: 61,295 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 1198cc

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VA53 LRL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2024
61,295 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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VA53 LRL Mileage History

24/08/202357,189 mi
24/08/202357,189 mi
20/08/202461,256 mi+4,067 mi
18/09/202461,292 mi+36 mi
19/09/202461,295 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 3,825 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VA53 LRL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 17:41

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (VA53 LRL) between August 2023 and September 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 19 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed oil lamp + heavy misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.

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