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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LD53 VRXMOT history

LD53 VRX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2024.

LD53 VRX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2025
Mileage
115,221 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VRX was last recorded at 115,221 miles on 11 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Sept 2024: 115,221 miles, lower than 115,476 miles on 7 Sept 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,476 miles · 7 Sept 2024
Average per year
5,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,221 miles
  • 2023 – 109,548 miles
  • 2022 – 104,243 miles
  • 2021 – 97,872 miles
  • 2020 – 93,952 miles
  • 2019 – 77,815 miles
  • 2018 – 67,223 miles
  • 2017 – 57,038 miles
  • 2016 – 52,626 miles
  • 2014 – 47,733 miles
  • 2012 – 41,882 miles
  • 2011 – 38,854 miles
  • 2010 – 35,773 miles
  • 2009 – 32,548 miles
  • 2008 – 27,770 miles
  • 2007 – 23,518 miles
  • 2006 – 19,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,221 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced partly working

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Bonnet catch not secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,221 miles (-255)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,221 miles
    Test number
    828461654277
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail115,476 miles (+5,928)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,476 miles
    Test number
    386935042161
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass109,548 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    109,548 miles
    Test number
    450222878499
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Fail109,547 miles (+5,304)4 major2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,547 miles
    Test number
    486047048580
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended seat belt blocked under back seat (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass104,243 miles (+6,371)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,243 miles
    Test number
    865821262178
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass97,872 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,872 miles
    Test number
    981188635269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,952 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    93,952 miles
    Test number
    682412519785
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced partly working (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch not secure
  8. Fail93,950 miles (+16,135)4 dangerous10 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,950 miles
    Test number
    388225883416
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged split to canvas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning very dim (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dazzle (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow Deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced partly working (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch not secure
  9. Pass77,815 miles (+558)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,815 miles
    Test number
    257968160318
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension anti roll bar mis ~ aligned
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail77,257 miles (+10,034)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,257 miles
    Test number
    417797881718
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced requires re-positioning/touching subframe bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive anti roll bar touching mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass67,223 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,223 miles
    Test number
    235576455895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  12. Fail67,040 miles (+10,002)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,040 miles
    Test number
    991293730625
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  13. Pass57,038 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,038 miles
    Test number
    623107190854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,875 miles (+4,249)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,875 miles
    Test number
    847324877635
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake lazy (3.7.B.5b)
  15. Pass52,626 miles (+4,893)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,626 miles
    Test number
    276633625536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,733 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    47,733 miles
    Test number
    636347844342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,047 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,047 miles
    Test number
    496127004047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,882 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,882 miles
    Test number
    756218592274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,854 miles (+3,081)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    38,854 miles
    Test number
    649484711303
    • DangerousSmall cut on the offside front brake pipe
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  20. Pass35,773 miles (+3,225)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,773 miles
    Test number
    511549590227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,548 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,548 miles
    Test number
    374603419386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,770 miles (+4,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,770 miles
    Test number
    661944898247
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass23,518 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    23,518 miles
    Test number
    503876677221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,198 miles
    Test number
    420663066247
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LD53 VRX

Does LD53 VRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 VRX expired on 10 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VRX?
The MOT on LD53 VRX expired on 10 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 VRX done?
LD53 VRX was recorded at 115,221 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2024, an average of 5,342 miles a year.
Has LD53 VRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VRX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 VRX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Sept 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 VRX find?
LD53 VRX passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive transmission; undertray not fully secure.

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