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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 DFGMOT history

LD53 DFG is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 95,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LD53 DFG red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
95,633 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 DFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 DFG was last recorded at 95,633 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,849 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,784 miles
Average per year
4,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,633 miles
  • 2025 – 92,849 miles
  • 2024 – 89,060 miles
  • 2023 – 84,712 miles
  • 2022 – 79,315 miles
  • 2021 – 75,535 miles
  • 2020 – 72,226 miles
  • 2019 – 63,218 miles
  • 2018 – 56,113 miles
  • 2017 – 53,708 miles
  • 2015 – 53,688 miles
  • 2014 – 51,314 miles
  • 2013 – 48,737 miles
  • 2012 – 44,496 miles
  • 2011 – 41,339 miles
  • 2010 – 36,277 miles
  • 2009 – 30,082 miles
  • 2008 – 24,639 miles
  • 2007 – 19,374 miles
  • 2006 – 13,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,633 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,633 miles (+2,784)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    95,633 miles
    Test number
    204071107286
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,849 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    92,849 miles
    Test number
    713414011749
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail92,849 miles (+3,789)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,849 miles
    Test number
    745166034884
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass89,060 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,060 miles
    Test number
    873730361264
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail89,060 miles (+4,348)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,060 miles
    Test number
    256348177555
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass84,712 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,712 miles
    Test number
    771902620189
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail84,712 miles (+5,397)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,712 miles
    Test number
    944596770577
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass79,315 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,315 miles
    Test number
    748097379231
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail79,312 miles (+3,777)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,312 miles
    Test number
    911061706694
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass75,535 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    334588301748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,226 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,226 miles
    Test number
    319925497171
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail72,226 miles (+9,008)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,226 miles
    Test number
    941913501283
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass63,218 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,218 miles
    Test number
    459504567445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,215 miles (+7,102)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,215 miles
    Test number
    976005084735
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass56,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,113 miles
    Test number
    866775929405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,113 miles (+2,405)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,113 miles
    Test number
    999744829232
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  17. Pass53,708 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,708 miles
    Test number
    494692633846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,688 miles
    Test number
    271441821981
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

  19. Fail53,688 miles (+2,374)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,688 miles
    Test number
    730495233192
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

  20. Pass51,314 miles (+2,577)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,314 miles
    Test number
    168659434204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,737 miles (+4,241)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,737 miles
    Test number
    949798343240
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes perished and starting to split.

  22. Pass44,496 miles (+3,157)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,496 miles
    Test number
    789598242217
    • NoteBoth front, rear lower suspension arm bushes perished and starting to split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit and in poor condition
    • NoteOffside front tyre close to legal limit on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre heavily perished and cuts in outer wall
    • NoteRear indicators faded

  23. Pass41,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,339 miles
    Test number
    345105831242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,339 miles (+5,062)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,339 miles
    Test number
    639445831205
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass36,277 miles (+6,195)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,277 miles
    Test number
    593669940245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,082 miles (+5,443)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,082 miles
    Test number
    754950159272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,639 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,639 miles
    Test number
    593063158271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,374 miles (+6,029)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,374 miles
    Test number
    292360957269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass13,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    13,345 miles
    Test number
    250155436290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 DFG

Does LD53 DFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 DFG is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 DFG?
The MOT on LD53 DFG is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 DFG done?
LD53 DFG was recorded at 95,633 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 4,089 miles a year.
Has LD53 DFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 DFG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 DFG 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 DFG find?
LD53 DFG passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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