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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,400 cc

LD53 WBJMOT history

LD53 WBJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 104,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

LD53 WBJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
104,328 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WBJ was last recorded at 104,328 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 4,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,742 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,586 miles
Average per year
4,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,328 miles
  • 2025 – 99,742 miles
  • 2024 – 93,364 miles
  • 2023 – 84,864 miles
  • 2022 – 80,685 miles
  • 2020 – 78,063 miles
  • 2019 – 68,842 miles
  • 2018 – 57,307 miles
  • 2017 – 50,243 miles
  • 2016 – 46,288 miles
  • 2015 – 41,752 miles
  • 2014 – 40,840 miles
  • 2013 – 38,249 miles
  • 2012 – 36,345 miles
  • 2011 – 32,673 miles
  • 2010 – 27,991 miles
  • 2009 – 23,679 miles
  • 2008 – 19,028 miles
  • 2007 – 14,108 miles
  • 2006 – 9,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,328 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,328 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    104,328 miles
    Test number
    616280395022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail104,327 miles (+4,585)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,327 miles
    Test number
    130390443603
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,742 miles (+6,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    99,742 miles
    Test number
    701335349302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,364 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    93,364 miles
    Test number
    572171308026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail93,355 miles (+8,491)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,355 miles
    Test number
    458895811867
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass84,864 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    84,864 miles
    Test number
    747461831869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail84,861 miles (+4,176)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,861 miles
    Test number
    726365854923
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass80,685 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    855378137799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on an edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  9. Fail80,685 miles (+2,622)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    694492989275
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on an edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  10. Pass78,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,063 miles
    Test number
    113372419959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Fail78,063 miles (+9,221)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,063 miles
    Test number
    644251335971
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass68,842 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,842 miles
    Test number
    873927175443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,832 miles (+110)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,832 miles
    Test number
    136866026435
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  14. Fail68,722 miles (+11,415)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,722 miles
    Test number
    997581784778
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass57,307 miles (+7,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    57,307 miles
    Test number
    801721907298
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  16. Pass50,243 miles (+3,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,243 miles
    Test number
    831618856000
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass46,288 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    46,288 miles
    Test number
    933192494525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Fail46,286 miles (+4,534)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,286 miles
    Test number
    738156030764
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass41,752 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,752 miles
    Test number
    577327925111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,840 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    638806164204
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracking in walls
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing hard on inner edge

  21. Fail40,840 miles (+2,591)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    759995864242
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracking in walls
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing hard on inner edge

  22. Pass38,249 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,249 miles
    Test number
    256973263243
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres have slight cracking

  23. Fail38,249 miles (+1,904)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,249 miles
    Test number
    389833163220
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres have slight cracking

  24. Pass36,345 miles (+3,672)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,345 miles
    Test number
    758864052285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,673 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,673 miles
    Test number
    185680151254
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCatalytic convertor rattling
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres slight cracking in walls

  26. Fail32,673 miles (+4,682)3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,673 miles
    Test number
    487310351217
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCatalytic convertor rattling
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres slight cracking in walls

  27. Pass27,991 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,991 miles
    Test number
    883620260249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,679 miles (+4,651)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,679 miles
    Test number
    844777369214
    • 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass19,028 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,028 miles
    Test number
    312297468422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass14,108 miles (+4,553)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    14,108 miles
    Test number
    532700167269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass9,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    9,555 miles
    Test number
    150926556249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail9,555 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,555 miles
    Test number
    570056956218
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LD53 WBJ

Does LD53 WBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 WBJ is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WBJ?
The MOT on LD53 WBJ is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 WBJ done?
LD53 WBJ was recorded at 104,328 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 4,806 miles a year.
Has LD53 WBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WBJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 WBJ 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 WBJ find?
LD53 WBJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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