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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LD53 TGVMOT history

LD53 TGV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 52,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LD53 TGV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,400 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TGV
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
24 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TGV was last recorded at 52,400 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,379 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
2,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,400 miles
  • 2025 – 44,821 miles
  • 2024 – 36,260 miles
  • 2023 – 35,783 miles
  • 2022 – 35,300 miles
  • 2021 – 34,602 miles
  • 2020 – 34,005 miles
  • 2019 – 32,961 miles
  • 2018 – 32,040 miles
  • 2017 – 30,300 miles
  • 2016 – 28,123 miles
  • 2015 – 26,084 miles
  • 2014 – 24,555 miles
  • 2013 – 23,247 miles
  • 2012 – 22,176 miles
  • 2011 – 20,840 miles
  • 2010 – 19,231 miles
  • 2009 – 17,550 miles
  • 2008 – 15,115 miles
  • 2007 – 13,109 miles
  • 2006 – 10,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,400 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass52,400 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,400 miles
    Test number
    314423584662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail52,379 miles (+7,558)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,379 miles
    Test number
    772164783878
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust damaged (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass44,821 miles (+8,561)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    44,821 miles
    Test number
    765754136695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryUnderneath covers fitted

  4. Pass36,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    36,260 miles
    Test number
    712305044327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail36,260 miles (+477)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,260 miles
    Test number
    948108627036
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fluid no coming and cleaning the screen. (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass35,783 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    35,783 miles
    Test number
    398604450520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cracks in the tread 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cracks in the tread 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass35,300 miles (+698)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    35,300 miles
    Test number
    465958356252
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass34,602 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,602 miles
    Test number
    515474207991
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail34,602 miles (+597)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,602 miles
    Test number
    436971323882
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass34,005 miles (+1,044)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    34,005 miles
    Test number
    729426612254
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass32,961 miles (+921)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,961 miles
    Test number
    780448172005
    • Advisory165/70/13
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (poor condition) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear exhaust section
    • AdvisorySlight leak n/s outer c/v boot (at clip)

  12. Pass32,040 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    32,040 miles
    Test number
    657429044670
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s outer c/v gaiter slight split and leaking

  13. Fail32,040 miles (+1,740)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,040 miles
    Test number
    493761954701
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine misfire
    • AdvisoryN/s outer c/v gaiter slight split and leaking

  14. Pass30,300 miles (+2,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    30,300 miles
    Test number
    999890089928
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres tread perishing/cracking 165/70/14

  15. Pass28,123 miles (+2,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,123 miles
    Test number
    473745781682
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass26,084 miles (+1,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,084 miles
    Test number
    224591598522
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting too perish
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting too perish and worn on edges

  17. Pass24,555 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,555 miles
    Test number
    705989654247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    23,247 miles
    Test number
    348709353435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail23,247 miles (+1,071)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,247 miles
    Test number
    739049953216
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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)

  20. Pass22,176 miles (+1,336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,176 miles
    Test number
    166066352278
    • 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)

  21. Pass20,840 miles (+1,609)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    20,840 miles
    Test number
    888014961272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,231 miles (+1,681)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,231 miles
    Test number
    151948650294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note(165/70/14)

  23. Pass17,550 miles (+2,435)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    17,550 miles
    Test number
    974106969250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to wear

  24. Pass15,115 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,115 miles
    Test number
    403296568287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail13,109 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,109 miles
    Test number
    512571367294
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  26. Pass13,109 miles (+2,449)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,109 miles
    Test number
    754441767252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,660 miles
    Test number
    592121766247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 TGV

Does LD53 TGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 TGV is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TGV?
The MOT on LD53 TGV is valid until 24 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 TGV done?
LD53 TGV was recorded at 52,400 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,086 miles a year.
Has LD53 TGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TGV has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 TGV 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 TGV find?
LD53 TGV passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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