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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 SBZMOT history

LD53 SBZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 76,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2022.

LD53 SBZ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
76,265 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 SBZ
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
18 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 SBZ was last recorded at 76,265 miles on 25 Oct 2022, 2,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,679 miles · 2 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2,586 miles
Average per year
4,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,265 miles
  • 2021 – 73,679 miles
  • 2020 – 70,255 miles
  • 2019 – 67,564 miles
  • 2018 – 64,062 miles
  • 2017 – 60,341 miles
  • 2016 – 57,320 miles
  • 2015 – 54,024 miles
  • 2014 – 51,116 miles
  • 2013 – 46,435 miles
  • 2012 – 44,149 miles
  • 2011 – 39,728 miles
  • 2010 – 37,378 miles
  • 2009 – 31,171 miles
  • 2008 – 24,371 miles
  • 2007 – 15,077 miles
  • 2006 – 10,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,265 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outers leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deterioratedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on the inside shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,265 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,265 miles
    Test number
    373670397094
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outers leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on the inside shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail76,265 miles (+2,586)3 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,265 miles
    Test number
    278886817805
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working Both rear upper (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outers leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on the inside shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass73,679 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,679 miles
    Test number
    738371333268
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail73,679 miles (+3,424)4 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,679 miles
    Test number
    677870545100
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass70,255 miles (+2,691)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    70,255 miles
    Test number
    395846857384
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  6. Pass67,564 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,564 miles
    Test number
    962291139473
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  7. Fail67,564 miles (+3,502)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,564 miles
    Test number
    400493450113
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  8. Pass64,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,062 miles
    Test number
    273796658876
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail64,062 miles (+3,721)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,062 miles
    Test number
    124919285449
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass60,341 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,341 miles
    Test number
    261203646826
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Fail60,341 miles (+3,021)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,341 miles
    Test number
    224163269609
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass57,320 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,320 miles
    Test number
    434271387773
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  13. Fail57,320 miles (+3,296)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,320 miles
    Test number
    343311283349
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre heavily perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Pass54,024 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    255918788663
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail53,983 miles (+2,867)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,983 miles
    Test number
    435977878633
    • 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 ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass51,116 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,116 miles
    Test number
    476510794236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    46,435 miles
    Test number
    636818683278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,435 miles (+2,286)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,435 miles
    Test number
    335808783267
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  19. Pass44,149 miles (+4,421)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,149 miles
    Test number
    455718772233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,728 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,728 miles
    Test number
    445483171287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,378 miles (+6,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,378 miles
    Test number
    370950480280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  22. Pass31,171 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,171 miles
    Test number
    312349679479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    24,371 miles
    Test number
    320238388483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,371 miles (+9,294)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,371 miles
    Test number
    770588688250
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass15,077 miles (+5,077)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    15,077 miles
    Test number
    351425987220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    10,000 miles
    Test number
    723867776296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 SBZ

Does LD53 SBZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 SBZ expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 SBZ?
The MOT on LD53 SBZ expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 SBZ done?
LD53 SBZ was recorded at 76,265 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2022, an average of 4,127 miles a year.
Has LD53 SBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 SBZ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 SBZ 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 SBZ find?
LD53 SBZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outers leaking grease; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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