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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LD53 VRGMOT history

LD53 VRG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 141,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

LD53 VRG blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
141,675 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VRG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VRG was last recorded at 141,675 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 12,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,914 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
12,761 miles
Average per year
6,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,675 miles
  • 2025 – 128,914 miles
  • 2024 – 115,746 miles
  • 2023 – 101,891 miles
  • 2022 – 88,626 miles
  • 2021 – 78,042 miles
  • 2020 – 67,880 miles
  • 2019 – 59,229 miles
  • 2018 – 47,192 miles
  • 2017 – 44,900 miles
  • 2016 – 42,466 miles
  • 2015 – 39,638 miles
  • 2014 – 37,096 miles
  • 2013 – 34,839 miles
  • 2012 – 32,458 miles
  • 2011 – 29,484 miles
  • 2010 – 26,452 miles
  • 2009 – 23,488 miles
  • 2008 – 20,060 miles
  • 2007 – 16,386 miles
  • 2006 – 12,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,675 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge. (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,675 miles (+12,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    141,675 miles
    Test number
    464155550580
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass128,914 miles (+13,168)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    128,914 miles
    Test number
    707753533745
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass115,746 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    115,746 miles
    Test number
    241069015860
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail115,746 miles (+13,855)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,746 miles
    Test number
    804027764257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass101,891 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,891 miles
    Test number
    674486553073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,846 miles (+13,220)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,846 miles
    Test number
    309939969814
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,626 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,626 miles
    Test number
    858949373743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,584 miles (+10,542)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,584 miles
    Test number
    367541984643
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,042 miles (+10,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,042 miles
    Test number
    984535776301
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,880 miles (+8,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    428785803401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass59,229 miles (+12,037)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,229 miles
    Test number
    361572853789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,192 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,192 miles
    Test number
    996527848240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,900 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,900 miles
    Test number
    330609278749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail44,900 miles (+2,434)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,900 miles
    Test number
    855335815368
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass42,466 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    42,466 miles
    Test number
    339821462952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,638 miles (+2,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,638 miles
    Test number
    871605243697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass37,096 miles (+2,257)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,096 miles
    Test number
    596028054292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,839 miles (+2,381)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,839 miles
    Test number
    325223453425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,458 miles (+2,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,458 miles
    Test number
    807158942246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,484 miles (+3,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,484 miles
    Test number
    809895761221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass26,452 miles (+2,964)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,452 miles
    Test number
    202808850221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,488 miles (+3,428)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,488 miles
    Test number
    103388269240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,060 miles (+3,674)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,060 miles
    Test number
    542332768284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,386 miles
    Test number
    391420667288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,386 miles (+3,926)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,386 miles
    Test number
    692010367233
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass12,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    12,460 miles
    Test number
    913808966204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VRG

Does LD53 VRG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 VRG is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VRG?
The MOT on LD53 VRG is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 VRG done?
LD53 VRG was recorded at 141,675 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 6,497 miles a year.
Has LD53 VRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VRG has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 VRG 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 VRG find?
LD53 VRG passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge.; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge..

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