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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 DDNMOT history

LD53 DDN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LD53 DDN silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
87,853 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 DDN
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
3 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 DDN was last recorded at 87,853 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,845 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,853 miles
  • 2025 – 87,010 miles
  • 2024 – 86,513 miles
  • 2023 – 85,984 miles
  • 2022 – 84,667 miles
  • 2021 – 83,770 miles
  • 2020 – 82,118 miles
  • 2019 – 80,126 miles
  • 2018 – 78,399 miles
  • 2017 – 77,235 miles
  • 2016 – 73,203 miles
  • 2014 – 67,601 miles
  • 2013 – 58,374 miles
  • 2012 – 48,958 miles
  • 2011 – 42,641 miles
  • 2010 – 34,108 miles
  • 2009 – 26,459 miles
  • 2008 – 22,835 miles
  • 2007 – 19,201 miles
  • 2006 – 14,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,853 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,853 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    87,853 miles
    Test number
    832260464090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail87,845 miles (+835)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,845 miles
    Test number
    576668920304
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    87,010 miles
    Test number
    447101432998
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail87,010 miles (+497)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,010 miles
    Test number
    460541186034
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass86,513 miles (+529)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    723633678793
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass85,984 miles (+1,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    151749853043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,667 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,667 miles
    Test number
    109560361731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail84,665 miles (+895)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,665 miles
    Test number
    567296797538
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass83,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    83,770 miles
    Test number
    332807976753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  10. Fail83,770 miles (+1,652)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,770 miles
    Test number
    658172891388
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Pass82,118 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,118 miles
    Test number
    201479251845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,126 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,126 miles
    Test number
    810972383081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,399 miles (+1,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,399 miles
    Test number
    912422350266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage upper dust cover damaged , slight cut

  14. Pass77,235 miles (+4,032)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,235 miles
    Test number
    688850653614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,203 miles (+5,602)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,203 miles
    Test number
    529445888104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,601 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,601 miles
    Test number
    247262654383
    • NoteEmissions close to max

  17. Fail67,601 miles (+9,227)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,601 miles
    Test number
    497062854308
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteEmissions close to max

  18. Pass58,374 miles (+9,416)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,374 miles
    Test number
    179876543327
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to fully check nearside rear seat belt due to baby seat fitted

  19. Pass48,958 miles (+6,317)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,958 miles
    Test number
    409998902330
    • NoteNearside front wishbone bush starting to crack
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack on edges
    • NoteUnable to fully check offside rear seat belt due to baby seat fitted

  20. Pass42,641 miles (+8,533)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,641 miles
    Test number
    518127001379
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront wiper blades starting to smear

  21. Pass34,108 miles (+7,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,108 miles
    Test number
    242533260298
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass26,459 miles (+3,624)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    26,459 miles
    Test number
    824828539216
    • NoteBoth front, rear lower suspension arm bushes perished and starting to split
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake arm does not fully retract

  23. Pass22,835 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,835 miles
    Test number
    383841848294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,201 miles (+4,238)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,201 miles
    Test number
    531785637218
    • NoteOffside front tyre low on inner edge

  25. Pass14,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    14,963 miles
    Test number
    251582046216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 DDN

Does LD53 DDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 DDN is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 DDN?
The MOT on LD53 DDN is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 DDN done?
LD53 DDN was recorded at 87,853 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 3,629 miles a year.
Has LD53 DDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 DDN has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 DDN 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 DDN find?
LD53 DDN passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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