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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LD53 TDOMOT history

LD53 TDO is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

LD53 TDO green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
111,639 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TDO was last recorded at 111,639 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,630 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,639 miles
  • 2025 – 106,817 miles
  • 2024 – 106,491 miles
  • 2023 – 103,494 miles
  • 2022 – 100,291 miles
  • 2021 – 97,137 miles
  • 2020 – 95,178 miles
  • 2019 – 93,660 miles
  • 2018 – 89,926 miles
  • 2017 – 85,439 miles
  • 2016 – 81,473 miles
  • 2015 – 75,243 miles
  • 2014 – 68,763 miles
  • 2013 – 62,005 miles
  • 2012 – 55,820 miles
  • 2011 – 48,763 miles
  • 2010 – 41,893 miles
  • 2009 – 36,691 miles
  • 2008 – 29,923 miles
  • 2007 – 22,886 miles
  • 2006 – 17,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,639 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • E.p.c warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,639 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    111,639 miles
    Test number
    360645789431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,630 miles (+71)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,630 miles
    Test number
    705524239445
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Fail111,559 miles (+4,742)3 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,559 miles
    Test number
    262577721612
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no readings at exhaust! (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand beam (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand beam (4.1.2 (c))

  4. Pass106,817 miles (+326)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    106,817 miles
    Test number
    888192257428
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass106,491 miles (+2,997)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    106,491 miles
    Test number
    454461805423
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass103,494 miles (+3,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,494 miles
    Test number
    565785129413
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps poor
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates poor
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s v boot damp

  7. Pass100,291 miles (+3,154)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,291 miles
    Test number
    946621866143
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Pass97,137 miles (+1,959)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,137 miles
    Test number
    336108355763
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass95,178 miles (+1,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,178 miles
    Test number
    945440791027
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass93,660 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,660 miles
    Test number
    339620002870
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryE.p.c warning light on

  11. Fail93,657 miles (+3,731)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,657 miles
    Test number
    205135391760
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryE.p.c warning light on

  12. Pass89,926 miles (+4,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,926 miles
    Test number
    494589813566
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass85,439 miles (+3,966)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,439 miles
    Test number
    803906886859
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass81,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,473 miles
    Test number
    227424680908
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail81,473 miles (+6,230)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,473 miles
    Test number
    285344006204
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass75,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,243 miles
    Test number
    402091424217
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates starting to fade

  17. Fail75,243 miles (+6,480)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,243 miles
    Test number
    634882157806
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates starting to fade

  18. Pass68,763 miles (+6,758)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,763 miles
    Test number
    819689234220
    • NoteRear shock absorbers just starting to weep / number plates just starting to fade / front tyres worn down on inside edge

  19. Fail62,005 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,005 miles
    Test number
    658471743232
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  20. Pass62,005 miles (+6,185)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,005 miles
    Test number
    909371543270
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  21. Pass55,820 miles (+7,057)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,820 miles
    Test number
    226665332281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,763 miles (+6,870)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,763 miles
    Test number
    309599941450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,893 miles (+5,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,893 miles
    Test number
    344170250266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass36,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,691 miles
    Test number
    430789659212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,691 miles (+6,768)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,691 miles
    Test number
    454918159251
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass29,923 miles (+7,037)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,923 miles
    Test number
    531239058233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass22,886 miles (+5,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,886 miles
    Test number
    960446757215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass17,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,375 miles
    Test number
    380511966218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail17,375 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,375 miles
    Test number
    202151066210
    • FailureNearside Front 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)

Questions about LD53 TDO

Does LD53 TDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 TDO is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TDO?
The MOT on LD53 TDO is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 TDO done?
LD53 TDO was recorded at 111,639 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 4,825 miles a year.
Has LD53 TDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TDO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 TDO 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 TDO find?
LD53 TDO passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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