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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 SFFMOT history

LD53 SFF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2023.

LD53 SFF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2024
Mileage
118,134 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 SFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 SFF was last recorded at 118,134 miles on 27 Apr 2023, 1,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jan 2014: 73,638 miles, lower than 93,634 miles on 7 Jan 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
117,115 miles · 27 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,019 miles
Average per year
5,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,134 miles
  • 2022 – 117,115 miles
  • 2021 – 115,325 miles
  • 2020 – 113,797 miles
  • 2019 – 110,301 miles
  • 2018 – 107,020 miles
  • 2017 – 99,400 miles
  • 2016 – 85,794 miles
  • 2015 – 80,731 miles
  • 2014 – 73,638 miles
  • 2012 – 65,002 miles
  • 2011 – 59,272 miles
  • 2010 – 51,785 miles
  • 2009 – 46,065 miles
  • 2008 – 44,429 miles
  • 2007 – 37,835 miles
  • 2006 – 30,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,134 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,134 miles (+1,019)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    118,134 miles
    Test number
    778028361802
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass117,115 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    117,115 miles
    Test number
    366157412182
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail117,087 miles (+1,762)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,087 miles
    Test number
    906558759473
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    115,325 miles
    Test number
    408269232776
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail115,325 miles (+1,528)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,325 miles
    Test number
    321303724393
    • DangerousOffside Front Drive shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass113,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    113,797 miles
    Test number
    620813610148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail113,797 miles (+3,496)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,797 miles
    Test number
    803040686942
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass110,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,301 miles
    Test number
    976313966804
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective

  9. Fail110,301 miles (+3,281)6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,301 miles
    Test number
    673044527127
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective

  10. Pass107,020 miles (+7,620)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    107,020 miles
    Test number
    872877612334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,400 miles (+253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,400 miles
    Test number
    379840392524
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail99,147 miles (+13,353)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,147 miles
    Test number
    988747479678
    • 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 constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass85,794 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    85,794 miles
    Test number
    947387332453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,731 miles (+7,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,731 miles
    Test number
    408947505082
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass73,638 miles (-19,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,638 miles
    Test number
    629750714081
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail93,634 miles (+28,632)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,634 miles
    Test number
    116977604058
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass65,002 miles (+5,730)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,002 miles
    Test number
    836718922329
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass59,272 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    539015321326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail59,272 miles (+7,487)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    708415621332
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass51,785 miles (+5,720)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,785 miles
    Test number
    412815900437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass46,065 miles (+1,636)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,065 miles
    Test number
    641770309319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,429 miles (+6,594)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,429 miles
    Test number
    103172898292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,835 miles (+7,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,835 miles
    Test number
    502527997277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,325 miles
    Test number
    372627396281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 SFF

Does LD53 SFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 SFF expired on 26 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 SFF?
The MOT on LD53 SFF expired on 26 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 SFF done?
LD53 SFF was recorded at 118,134 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2023, an average of 5,320 miles a year.
Has LD53 SFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 SFF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 SFF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 SFF find?
LD53 SFF passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2023 with 2 minor defects: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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