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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LD53 CJOMOT history

LD53 CJO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

LD53 CJO silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
80,547 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 CJO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 CJO was last recorded at 80,547 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 3,312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,235 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,312 miles
Average per year
3,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,547 miles
  • 2025 – 77,235 miles
  • 2024 – 72,490 miles
  • 2023 – 68,836 miles
  • 2022 – 63,833 miles
  • 2021 – 61,584 miles
  • 2020 – 60,006 miles
  • 2019 – 58,133 miles
  • 2018 – 56,722 miles
  • 2017 – 54,835 miles
  • 2016 – 51,948 miles
  • 2015 – 49,827 miles
  • 2014 – 47,159 miles
  • 2013 – 44,764 miles
  • 2012 – 40,467 miles
  • 2011 – 35,542 miles
  • 2010 – 30,389 miles
  • 2009 – 25,947 miles
  • 2008 – 19,047 miles
  • 2007 – 15,101 miles
  • 2006 – 11,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,547 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing output reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing output reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear wiper n/w

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,547 miles (+3,312)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    80,547 miles
    Test number
    506399822718
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing output reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing output reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass77,235 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,235 miles
    Test number
    736732227830
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Fail77,228 miles (+4,738)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,228 miles
    Test number
    917030173829
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb Incorrectly Fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass72,490 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,490 miles
    Test number
    967336083283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,836 miles (+5,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,836 miles
    Test number
    214484423927
    • AdvisoryRear wiper n/w

  6. Pass63,833 miles (+2,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    63,833 miles
    Test number
    936976301761
    • AdvisoryRear wiper n/w

  7. Pass61,584 miles (+1,578)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,584 miles
    Test number
    656819170155
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from the sump pan gasket
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear axle

  8. Pass60,006 miles (+1,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,006 miles
    Test number
    618449403900
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass58,133 miles (+1,411)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,133 miles
    Test number
    422941885454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,722 miles (+1,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,722 miles
    Test number
    184751092951
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  11. Pass54,835 miles (+2,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    858169973567
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn bald on inside edges

  12. Pass51,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,948 miles
    Test number
    313892855756
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly

  13. Fail51,948 miles (+2,121)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,948 miles
    Test number
    362593250449
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly

  14. Pass49,827 miles (+2,668)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,827 miles
    Test number
    593288051593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,159 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    208177564240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,119 miles (+2,355)2 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,119 miles
    Test number
    349895154462
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass44,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,764 miles
    Test number
    318985153232
    • 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)

  18. Fail44,764 miles (+4,297)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,764 miles
    Test number
    429155153270
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  19. Pass40,467 miles (+4,925)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,467 miles
    Test number
    628317852259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,542 miles (+5,153)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,542 miles
    Test number
    986785251205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front sub frame bracket bolts loose

  21. Pass30,389 miles (+4,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,389 miles
    Test number
    971813850202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass25,947 miles (+6,900)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,947 miles
    Test number
    210444359284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,047 miles (+3,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,047 miles
    Test number
    382834058410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass15,101 miles (+3,680)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,101 miles
    Test number
    491605657227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    11,421 miles
    Test number
    243396756278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 CJO

Does LD53 CJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 CJO is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 CJO?
The MOT on LD53 CJO is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 CJO done?
LD53 CJO was recorded at 80,547 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 3,470 miles a year.
Has LD53 CJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 CJO has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 CJO 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 LD53 CJO find?
LD53 CJO passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective requires polishing output reduced; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective requires polishing output reduced.

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