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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LD53 DFJMOT history

LD53 DFJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2024.

LD53 DFJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2025
Mileage
99,831 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 DFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 DFJ was last recorded at 99,831 miles on 13 Sept 2024, 14,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,810 miles · 14 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
14,021 miles
Average per year
4,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,831 miles
  • 2023 – 85,810 miles
  • 2022 – 75,383 miles
  • 2021 – 72,416 miles
  • 2020 – 70,780 miles
  • 2019 – 68,836 miles
  • 2018 – 64,756 miles
  • 2017 – 61,685 miles
  • 2016 – 58,605 miles
  • 2015 – 55,465 miles
  • 2014 – 52,804 miles
  • 2013 – 48,921 miles
  • 2012 – 47,494 miles
  • 2011 – 46,465 miles
  • 2010 – 42,779 miles
  • 2009 – 39,060 miles
  • 2008 – 33,831 miles
  • 2007 – 28,906 miles
  • 2006 – 20,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,831 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Coolant leak from radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,831 miles (+14,021)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,831 miles
    Test number
    646054956955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass85,810 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    85,810 miles
    Test number
    616108809827
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail85,810 miles (+549)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,810 miles
    Test number
    514176616577
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail85,261 miles (+9,878)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,261 miles
    Test number
    611622193670
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle or inside (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass75,383 miles (+2,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,383 miles
    Test number
    956791236046
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered all over in underseal

  6. Pass72,416 miles (+1,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,416 miles
    Test number
    755393849645
    • AdvisoryRear Box Corroded

  7. Pass70,780 miles (+1,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    268224511612
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded.

  8. Pass68,836 miles (+4,080)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,836 miles
    Test number
    274124223320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,756 miles
    Test number
    123962903148
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail64,756 miles (+3,071)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,756 miles
    Test number
    252059346639
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass61,685 miles (+3,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,685 miles
    Test number
    147141462969
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses starting to deteriorate.

  12. Pass58,605 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,605 miles
    Test number
    969243626719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,465 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,465 miles
    Test number
    448263225273
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner tread

  14. Pass55,465 miles (+2,661)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,465 miles
    Test number
    989153025280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner tread

  15. Pass52,804 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,804 miles
    Test number
    648263824207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  16. Fail52,804 miles (+3,883)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,804 miles
    Test number
    809443324229
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  17. Pass48,921 miles (+1,427)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,921 miles
    Test number
    556063733286
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass47,494 miles (+1,029)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,494 miles
    Test number
    935800232260
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass46,465 miles (+3,686)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,465 miles
    Test number
    398900831225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,779 miles (+3,719)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,779 miles
    Test number
    910514220299
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Pass39,060 miles (+5,229)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,060 miles
    Test number
    352466639217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,831 miles (+4,925)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,831 miles
    Test number
    903634538249
    • 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)

  23. Pass28,906 miles (+8,094)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,906 miles
    Test number
    353954937291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,812 miles
    Test number
    992715636200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 DFJ

Does LD53 DFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 DFJ expired on 13 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 DFJ?
The MOT on LD53 DFJ expired on 13 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 DFJ done?
LD53 DFJ was recorded at 99,831 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2024, an average of 4,376 miles a year.
Has LD53 DFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 DFJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 DFJ 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 DFJ find?
LD53 DFJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2024 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm and worn on edges, and 4 more.

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