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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 JVJMOT history

LD53 JVJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 59,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

LD53 JVJ red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
59,691 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,515 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 JVJ
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
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 JVJ was last recorded at 59,691 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 7,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,507 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,184 miles
Average per year
2,515 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,691 miles
  • 2025 – 52,507 miles
  • 2024 – 44,370 miles
  • 2023 – 35,152 miles
  • 2022 – 25,649 miles
  • 2018 – 25,253 miles
  • 2017 – 24,937 miles
  • 2016 – 23,950 miles
  • 2015 – 22,978 miles
  • 2014 – 22,344 miles
  • 2013 – 21,580 miles
  • 2012 – 20,925 miles
  • 2011 – 20,129 miles
  • 2010 – 19,285 miles
  • 2009 – 18,134 miles
  • 2008 – 16,287 miles
  • 2007 – 14,292 miles
  • 2006 – 10,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,691 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass59,691 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    59,691 miles
    Test number
    310935310805
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail59,691 miles (+7,184)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,691 miles
    Test number
    476294996372
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,507 miles (+27)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    52,507 miles
    Test number
    551152564433
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail52,480 miles (+8,110)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,480 miles
    Test number
    812005194448
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass44,370 miles (+109)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    44,370 miles
    Test number
    702942852238
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail44,261 miles (+9,109)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,261 miles
    Test number
    945937619159
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass35,152 miles (+9,503)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    35,152 miles
    Test number
    383565283344
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass25,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    25,649 miles
    Test number
    978368536472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail25,622 miles (+369)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,622 miles
    Test number
    802521262202
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass25,253 miles (+316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    25,253 miles
    Test number
    680151913895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass24,937 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    24,937 miles
    Test number
    321614271188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,950 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    23,950 miles
    Test number
    395661149323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,978 miles (+634)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    22,978 miles
    Test number
    555588269816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    22,344 miles
    Test number
    167943934242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail22,344 miles (+764)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,344 miles
    Test number
    599863034218
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail21,580 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,580 miles
    Test number
    325902833474
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass21,580 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,580 miles
    Test number
    799852833271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,925 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    20,925 miles
    Test number
    378793632442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,129 miles
    Test number
    906469021276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail20,129 miles (+844)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,129 miles
    Test number
    985549321226
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass19,285 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    19,285 miles
    Test number
    492657470204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,134 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    18,134 miles
    Test number
    331612489232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,287 miles (+1,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    16,287 miles
    Test number
    151154228214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass14,292 miles (+3,436)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,292 miles
    Test number
    290365227235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,856 miles
    Test number
    791166736293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 JVJ

Does LD53 JVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 JVJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 JVJ?
The MOT on LD53 JVJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 JVJ done?
LD53 JVJ was recorded at 59,691 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 2,515 miles a year.
Has LD53 JVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 JVJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 JVJ 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 JVJ find?
LD53 JVJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 1 more.

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