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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 LWFMOT history

LD53 LWF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 161,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2024.

LD53 LWF silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2024
Mileage
161,758 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LWF
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 expired on 31 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 LWF was last recorded at 161,758 miles on 4 Nov 2024, 5,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,542 miles · 1 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
5,216 miles
Average per year
6,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,758 miles
  • 2023 – 156,542 miles
  • 2022 – 154,635 miles
  • 2021 – 152,828 miles
  • 2019 – 151,597 miles
  • 2017 – 148,925 miles
  • 2016 – 144,747 miles
  • 2015 – 139,041 miles
  • 2014 – 128,073 miles
  • 2013 – 114,856 miles
  • 2012 – 104,189 miles
  • 2011 – 93,656 miles
  • 2010 – 88,182 miles
  • 2009 – 83,119 miles
  • 2008 – 73,394 miles
  • 2007 – 57,271 miles
  • 2006 – 43,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,758 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • N/s/f tyre low on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,758 miles (+5,216)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,758 miles
    Test number
    885899251739
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,542 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,542 miles
    Test number
    537281741695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail156,536 miles (+1,901)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,536 miles
    Test number
    512252625736
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,635 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,635 miles
    Test number
    877569477006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass152,828 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    152,828 miles
    Test number
    862007961708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail152,828 miles (+1)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,828 miles
    Test number
    579594731431
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail152,827 miles (+1,230)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,827 miles
    Test number
    698662121405
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass151,597 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,597 miles
    Test number
    670067116228
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre low on edges

  9. Fail151,593 miles (+2,668)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,593 miles
    Test number
    855650729548
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre low on edges

  10. Pass148,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    148,925 miles
    Test number
    315473740983
    • AdvisoryNear side head lamp damaged

  11. Fail148,925 miles (+4,178)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,925 miles
    Test number
    316833612850
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNear side head lamp damaged

  12. Pass144,747 miles (+5,706)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    144,747 miles
    Test number
    469516733583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass139,041 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    139,041 miles
    Test number
    411223993963
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiters slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod end ball joint gaiters slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly deteriorated

  14. Fail139,041 miles (+10,968)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,041 miles
    Test number
    633326698244
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiters slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod end ball joint gaiters slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass128,073 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    128,073 miles
    Test number
    275219554288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail127,976 miles (+13,120)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,976 miles
    Test number
    828098254286
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake wear indicator light on
    • NoteEngine management light came on during test
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded
    • NoteNearside front brake wear wire hanging down loose
    • NoteNearside front headlamp top bracket cracked

  17. Pass114,856 miles (+10,667)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    114,856 miles
    Test number
    896493153277
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers weeping
    • NoteBoth front track rod end ball joint gaiters deteriorating
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers weeping
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs in slight poor condition
    • NoteNearside front brake warning wire broken
    • NoteOil weep
    • NoteRear axle beam bushes deteriorating
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  18. Pass104,189 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    104,189 miles
    Test number
    185100452260
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCatalytic converter and rear silencer inner baffles deteriorating
    • NoteNeasride front brake pad warning sensor/wiring multiplug broken
    • NoteOffside front indicator slightly discoloured
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin deteriorating

  19. Fail104,189 miles (+10,533)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,189 miles
    Test number
    479500852200
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCatalytic converter and rear silencer inner baffles deteriorating
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge close to the leagal limit
    • NoteNeasride front brake pad warning sensor/wiring multiplug broken
    • NoteOffside front indicator slightly discoloured
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin deteriorating

  20. Pass93,656 miles (+255)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    93,656 miles
    Test number
    705383661265
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes stating to split and de-bond
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 3mm
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly corroded

  21. Fail93,401 miles (+5,219)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,401 miles
    Test number
    759681851280
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll other tyres low on tread
    • NoteClutch is worn out

  22. Pass88,182 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    88,182 miles
    Test number
    553223450232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass83,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,119 miles
    Test number
    142241869276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail83,119 miles (+9,725)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,119 miles
    Test number
    542371269236
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass73,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    73,394 miles
    Test number
    973590868276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail73,394 miles (+16,123)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,394 miles
    Test number
    310600668457
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass57,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,271 miles
    Test number
    302353147422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,271 miles (+13,679)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,271 miles
    Test number
    561953147263
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass43,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,592 miles
    Test number
    904001766205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD53 LWF

Does LD53 LWF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 LWF expired on 31 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LWF?
The MOT on LD53 LWF expired on 31 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 LWF done?
LD53 LWF was recorded at 161,758 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2024, an average of 6,518 miles a year.
Has LD53 LWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LWF has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 LWF 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 LWF find?
LD53 LWF failed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2024 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; oil leak, but not excessive.

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