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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 ULXMOT history

LD53 ULX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 102,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2024.

LD53 ULX blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2025
Mileage
102,224 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ULX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ULX was last recorded at 102,224 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,219 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,224 miles
  • 2023 – 101,491 miles
  • 2022 – 100,741 miles
  • 2021 – 99,634 miles
  • 2020 – 98,604 miles
  • 2019 – 97,738 miles
  • 2018 – 97,015 miles
  • 2017 – 93,909 miles
  • 2016 – 87,944 miles
  • 2015 – 85,856 miles
  • 2014 – 84,193 miles
  • 2013 – 81,585 miles
  • 2012 – 77,370 miles
  • 2011 – 72,000 miles
  • 2010 – 68,110 miles
  • 2009 – 61,154 miles
  • 2008 – 51,300 miles
  • 2007 – 44,440 miles
  • 2006 – 40,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,224 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion to suspension components, brake components and exhaust systemRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,224 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    350949556576
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion to suspension components, brake components and exhaust system

  2. Fail102,219 miles (+728)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,219 miles
    Test number
    649274338839
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion to suspension components, brake components and exhaust system

  3. Pass101,491 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,491 miles
    Test number
    577630720906
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight image slightly poor
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded

  4. Fail101,491 miles (+750)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,491 miles
    Test number
    905029433706
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight image slightly poor
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded

  5. Pass100,741 miles (+1,107)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,741 miles
    Test number
    491335150230
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  6. Pass99,634 miles (+1,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,634 miles
    Test number
    872319273716
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heavily corroded

  7. Pass98,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,604 miles
    Test number
    892329648036
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Fail98,604 miles (+866)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,604 miles
    Test number
    623885687003
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to the rear brake discs

  9. Pass97,738 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,738 miles
    Test number
    869362536532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,737 miles (+722)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,737 miles
    Test number
    185246419141
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  11. Pass97,015 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    97,015 miles
    Test number
    820802722001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv boot seeping grease at clip
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement only just acceptable (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  12. Fail97,015 miles (+3,106)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,015 miles
    Test number
    663866393244
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv boot seeping grease at clip
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement only just acceptable (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  13. Pass93,909 miles (+5,965)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,909 miles
    Test number
    298098252355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing to inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing to inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the exhaust front to rear

  14. Pass87,944 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,944 miles
    Test number
    151642437094
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the exhaust front to rear

  15. Fail87,944 miles (+2,088)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,944 miles
    Test number
    539609734288
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the exhaust front to rear

  16. Pass85,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,856 miles
    Test number
    107056370218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,856 miles (+1,663)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,856 miles
    Test number
    195755157771
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass84,193 miles (+73)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,193 miles
    Test number
    579382864233
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated.

  19. Fail84,120 miles (+2,535)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,120 miles
    Test number
    308555454438
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated.

  20. Pass81,585 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    81,585 miles
    Test number
    837369333375
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box heavily corroded..
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all brake discs on edges..

  21. Fail81,585 miles (+4,215)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,585 miles
    Test number
    498619133433
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box heavily corroded..
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all brake discs on edges..

  22. Pass77,370 miles (+5,370)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    295159332313
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded and deteriorated.
    • NoteSlight wear and corrosion on all brake discs.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber cover damaged.

  23. Pass72,000 miles (+3,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,000 miles
    Test number
    587053931379
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass68,110 miles (+6,956)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,110 miles
    Test number
    612819720330
    • NoteEngine warning light came on during test.

  25. Pass61,154 miles (+9,854)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    61,154 miles
    Test number
    420269149498
    • NoteRear pads and discs worn.

  26. Pass51,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,300 miles
    Test number
    553771078207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail51,300 miles (+6,860)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,300 miles
    Test number
    590821578258
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass44,440 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    44,440 miles
    Test number
    261934067237
    • NoteFront brake discs heavily worn
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  29. Fail44,438 miles (+4,159)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,438 miles
    Test number
    480014567274
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs heavily worn
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  30. Pass40,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,279 miles
    Test number
    592038356207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 ULX

Does LD53 ULX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 ULX expired on 24 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ULX?
The MOT on LD53 ULX expired on 24 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 ULX done?
LD53 ULX was recorded at 102,224 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 3,466 miles a year.
Has LD53 ULX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ULX has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 ULX 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 ULX find?
LD53 ULX passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2024 with 4 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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