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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 LWCMOT history

LD53 LWC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LD53 LWC silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
136,860 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LWC
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
19 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 LWC was last recorded at 136,860 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 9,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,882 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,978 miles
Average per year
5,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,860 miles
  • 2025 – 126,882 miles
  • 2024 – 118,772 miles
  • 2023 – 112,062 miles
  • 2022 – 106,213 miles
  • 2021 – 99,820 miles
  • 2020 – 93,452 miles
  • 2019 – 86,561 miles
  • 2018 – 77,573 miles
  • 2017 – 72,168 miles
  • 2016 – 70,224 miles
  • 2015 – 67,895 miles
  • 2014 – 64,788 miles
  • 2013 – 60,391 miles
  • 2012 – 56,014 miles
  • 2011 – 51,571 miles
  • 2010 – 45,957 miles
  • 2009 – 40,233 miles
  • 2008 – 33,663 miles
  • 2007 – 27,324 miles
  • 2006 – 21,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,860 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    136,860 miles
    Test number
    145724775756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail136,860 miles (+9,978)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,860 miles
    Test number
    817173410895
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass126,882 miles (+8,110)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    126,882 miles
    Test number
    597371559306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,772 miles (+6,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,772 miles
    Test number
    494328575407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass112,062 miles (+5,849)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    112,062 miles
    Test number
    479683215582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,213 miles (+6,393)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,213 miles
    Test number
    961335349715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,820 miles (+6,368)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    103651370305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    93,452 miles
    Test number
    859137199835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,452 miles (+6,891)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,452 miles
    Test number
    251613210423
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass86,561 miles (+8,988)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,561 miles
    Test number
    567002126458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,573 miles (+5,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,573 miles
    Test number
    917680948381
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads are wearing off inner edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass72,168 miles (+1,944)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,168 miles
    Test number
    249043530765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,224 miles (+2,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,224 miles
    Test number
    647023545417
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriating

  14. Pass67,895 miles (+3,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,895 miles
    Test number
    843961466876
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre tread worn and getting low
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre tread bald on inner edge and worn on outer edge

  15. Pass64,788 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,788 miles
    Test number
    478528644240
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  16. Fail64,788 miles (+4,397)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,788 miles
    Test number
    109228544238
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  17. Pass60,391 miles (+4,377)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,391 miles
    Test number
    305849843208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs slightley worn
    • NoteRear brake discs slightley corroded

  18. Pass56,014 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,014 miles
    Test number
    726457642227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail56,014 miles (+4,443)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,014 miles
    Test number
    455194642219
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass51,571 miles (+5,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,571 miles
    Test number
    117049141244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass45,957 miles (+5,724)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,957 miles
    Test number
    284740060247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,233 miles
    Test number
    982217539268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,233 miles (+6,570)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,233 miles
    Test number
    681037339235
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  24. Pass33,663 miles (+6,339)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,663 miles
    Test number
    974163758286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,324 miles (+6,202)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,324 miles
    Test number
    140257357257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,122 miles
    Test number
    784876856256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 LWC

Does LD53 LWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 LWC is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LWC?
The MOT on LD53 LWC is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 LWC done?
LD53 LWC was recorded at 136,860 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 5,779 miles a year.
Has LD53 LWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LWC has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 LWC 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 LWC find?
LD53 LWC passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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