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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 SEOMOT history

LD53 SEO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 75,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

LD53 SEO silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,179 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 SEO
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 valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 SEO was last recorded at 75,179 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 2,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,972 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,207 miles
Average per year
3,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,179 miles
  • 2025 – 72,972 miles
  • 2024 – 70,350 miles
  • 2023 – 66,633 miles
  • 2022 – 64,855 miles
  • 2021 – 60,972 miles
  • 2020 – 58,593 miles
  • 2019 – 57,108 miles
  • 2018 – 54,887 miles
  • 2017 – 50,947 miles
  • 2016 – 47,671 miles
  • 2015 – 44,516 miles
  • 2014 – 39,170 miles
  • 2013 – 29,603 miles
  • 2012 – 22,226 miles
  • 2011 – 19,602 miles
  • 2010 – 19,518 miles
  • 2009 – 16,904 miles
  • 2008 – 13,637 miles
  • 2007 – 11,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,179 miles

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 28 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,179 miles (+2,207)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    408398632135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,972 miles (+41)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,972 miles
    Test number
    791460336142
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-seal applied

  3. Fail72,931 miles (+2,581)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,931 miles
    Test number
    316454153763
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  4. Pass70,350 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    70,350 miles
    Test number
    502795131465
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail70,350 miles (+3,717)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,350 miles
    Test number
    919306255709
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass66,633 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,633 miles
    Test number
    823190750683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail66,632 miles (+1,777)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,632 miles
    Test number
    336191760109
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass64,855 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,855 miles
    Test number
    536937307593
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail64,852 miles (+3,880)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,852 miles
    Test number
    857631773340
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass60,972 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,972 miles
    Test number
    205800436277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,593 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,593 miles
    Test number
    593888063927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,587 miles (+1,479)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,587 miles
    Test number
    359959323213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass57,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,108 miles
    Test number
    150027576496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,102 miles (+2,215)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,102 miles
    Test number
    844104487420
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass54,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,887 miles
    Test number
    562764119795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front Head lamp slightly damaged

  16. Fail54,887 miles (+3,940)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,887 miles
    Test number
    448527094593
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front Head lamp slightly damaged

  17. Pass50,947 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,947 miles
    Test number
    196666234094
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryCut in sidewall on n/s/f tyre but not through to canvas
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp not clear but aim is ok

  18. Fail50,947 miles (+541)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,947 miles
    Test number
    128594940909
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryCut in sidewall on n/s/f tyre but not through to canvas
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp not clear but aim is ok

  19. Pass50,406 miles (+2,735)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,406 miles
    Test number
    969409392616
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light staying on
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass47,671 miles (+3,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,671 miles
    Test number
    144499792533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre is cut on the side wall not deep enough to reached the ply or the cord.

  21. Pass44,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,516 miles
    Test number
    298156695153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail44,516 miles (+5,346)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,516 miles
    Test number
    496736695119
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail39,170 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,170 miles
    Test number
    407960794161
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass39,170 miles (+9,567)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,170 miles
    Test number
    677780194111
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass29,603 miles (+7,377)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,603 miles
    Test number
    217655083197
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass22,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,226 miles
    Test number
    429801802257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail22,226 miles (+2,624)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,226 miles
    Test number
    819631702276
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass19,602 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,602 miles
    Test number
    615913311240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass19,518 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,518 miles
    Test number
    980923580082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,904 miles (+3,267)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    16,904 miles
    Test number
    540629179030
    • NoteN/s/r o/s/f o/s /r tyres damaged on side wall

  31. Pass13,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,637 miles
    Test number
    732117088041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail13,637 miles (+2,631)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,637 miles
    Test number
    972607788080
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  33. Pass11,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    11,006 miles
    Test number
    844997387056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 SEO

Does LD53 SEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 SEO is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 SEO?
The MOT on LD53 SEO is valid until 9 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 SEO done?
LD53 SEO was recorded at 75,179 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 3,303 miles a year.
Has LD53 SEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 SEO has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 SEO 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 SEO find?
LD53 SEO passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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