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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LD53 TFJMOT history

LD53 TFJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 80,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2024.

LD53 TFJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2025
Mileage
80,290 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TFJ was last recorded at 80,290 miles on 9 Nov 2024, 1,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,881 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,409 miles
Average per year
4,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 80,290 miles
  • 2023 – 78,881 miles
  • 2022 – 77,252 miles
  • 2021 – 75,247 miles
  • 2020 – 74,003 miles
  • 2019 – 73,397 miles
  • 2018 – 71,787 miles
  • 2017 – 70,267 miles
  • 2016 – 67,579 miles
  • 2015 – 59,583 miles
  • 2014 – 44,963 miles
  • 2013 – 30,014 miles
  • 2012 – 23,397 miles
  • 2011 – 12,917 miles
  • 2010 – 10,823 miles
  • 2009 – 9,641 miles
  • 2008 – 8,021 miles
  • 2007 – 7,382 miles
  • 2006 – 6,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,290 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,290 miles (+1,409)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,290 miles
    Test number
    792193462780
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass78,881 miles (+1,629)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,881 miles
    Test number
    752432762260
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,252 miles (+2,005)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,252 miles
    Test number
    620467369016
    • MinorPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity both rear (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  4. Pass75,247 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,247 miles
    Test number
    271779592841
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail75,234 miles (+1,231)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,234 miles
    Test number
    296303081851
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,003 miles (+606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,003 miles
    Test number
    588295973486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass73,397 miles (+1,610)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,397 miles
    Test number
    178871014034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,787 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,787 miles
    Test number
    414700281366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,267 miles
    Test number
    933898848750
    • AdvisoryRear both shockabsorber dust covers insecure

  10. Fail70,267 miles (+2,688)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,267 miles
    Test number
    330884938956
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear both shockabsorber dust covers insecure

  11. Pass67,579 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    67,579 miles
    Test number
    322066958647
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  12. Fail67,579 miles (+7,996)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,579 miles
    Test number
    926416141051
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  13. Pass59,583 miles (+14,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,583 miles
    Test number
    671325181882
    • Advisory10% left on offside front pads
    • AdvisorySlight lip on both front discs

  14. Pass44,963 miles (+14,949)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,963 miles
    Test number
    766739994240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,014 miles (+6,617)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    30,014 miles
    Test number
    597929793297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,397 miles (+10,480)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,397 miles
    Test number
    229400202362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,917 miles (+2,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    12,917 miles
    Test number
    147551401381
    • 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)

  18. Pass10,823 miles (+1,182)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    10,823 miles
    Test number
    652982670247
    • NoteBothside front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteRear registration plate showing signs of deterioation

  19. Pass9,641 miles (+1,620)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    9,641 miles
    Test number
    144283479248
    • NoteOuter rim on nearside front wheel damaged
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate

  20. Pass8,021 miles (+639)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    8,021 miles
    Test number
    930425178269
    • NoteSlight damage to outer edge of nearside front wheel

  21. Pass7,382 miles (+1,172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    7,382 miles
    Test number
    192141277228
    • NoteN/s/f wheel damaged.

  22. Pass6,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    6,210 miles
    Test number
    104638976259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 TFJ

Does LD53 TFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 TFJ expired on 8 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TFJ?
The MOT on LD53 TFJ expired on 8 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 TFJ done?
LD53 TFJ was recorded at 80,290 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2024, an average of 4,093 miles a year.
Has LD53 TFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TFJ has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 TFJ 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 TFJ find?
LD53 TFJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear position lamp insecure; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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