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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 TGNMOT history

LD53 TGN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

LD53 TGN silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,778 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TGN
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
20 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TGN was last recorded at 84,778 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 5,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,427 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,351 miles
Average per year
3,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,778 miles
  • 2025 – 79,427 miles
  • 2024 – 73,770 miles
  • 2023 – 68,778 miles
  • 2022 – 64,147 miles
  • 2021 – 59,334 miles
  • 2020 – 53,773 miles
  • 2019 – 53,251 miles
  • 2018 – 52,835 miles
  • 2017 – 51,164 miles
  • 2016 – 50,343 miles
  • 2015 – 48,403 miles
  • 2014 – 45,666 miles
  • 2013 – 33,210 miles
  • 2012 – 32,928 miles
  • 2011 – 32,282 miles
  • 2010 – 28,764 miles
  • 2009 – 27,207 miles
  • 2008 – 26,217 miles
  • 2007 – 21,405 miles
  • 2006 – 16,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,778 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,778 miles (+5,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    84,778 miles
    Test number
    445143084122
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass79,427 miles (+5,657)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,427 miles
    Test number
    929877327521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass73,770 miles (+4,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    73,770 miles
    Test number
    504071641259
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box in poor condition corrosion and split

  4. Pass68,778 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,778 miles
    Test number
    849599304188
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail68,778 miles (+4,631)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,778 miles
    Test number
    625867675035
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass64,147 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,147 miles
    Test number
    586706202990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail64,054 miles (+4,720)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,054 miles
    Test number
    506548938068
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass59,334 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    59,334 miles
    Test number
    491101568973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers not parking in the lower position as intended but not restricting drivers view
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  9. Fail59,318 miles (+5,545)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,318 miles
    Test number
    761849764987
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers not parking in the lower position as intended but not restricting drivers view
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Pass53,773 miles (+522)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    53,773 miles
    Test number
    928765343452
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  11. Pass53,251 miles (+416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    53,251 miles
    Test number
    793563919541
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass52,835 miles (+1,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    52,835 miles
    Test number
    648731129515
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass51,164 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,164 miles
    Test number
    111591058111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail51,164 miles (+821)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,164 miles
    Test number
    953498131306
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass50,343 miles (+1,940)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,343 miles
    Test number
    881608229680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,403 miles (+2,737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,403 miles
    Test number
    607087045036
    • 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)

  17. Pass45,666 miles (+12,456)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,666 miles
    Test number
    408372444091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,210 miles (+282)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,210 miles
    Test number
    599647833039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,928 miles (+646)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,928 miles
    Test number
    848299132088
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake lever on caliper seizing
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  20. Pass32,282 miles (+3,518)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,282 miles
    Test number
    218848031014
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine oil level on minimum
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  21. Pass28,764 miles (+1,557)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,764 miles
    Test number
    771596330096
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding on inner surface

  22. Pass27,207 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,207 miles
    Test number
    142000849422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,217 miles (+4,812)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,217 miles
    Test number
    100320108203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,405 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,405 miles
    Test number
    152803617296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass21,405 miles (+4,917)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,405 miles
    Test number
    793773717221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,488 miles
    Test number
    182066826296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 TGN

Does LD53 TGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 TGN is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TGN?
The MOT on LD53 TGN is valid until 16 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 TGN done?
LD53 TGN was recorded at 84,778 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 3,399 miles a year.
Has LD53 TGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TGN has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 TGN 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 TGN find?
LD53 TGN passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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