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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LD53 WDUMOT history

LD53 WDU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2021.

LD53 WDU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2022
Mileage
107,627 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WDU was last recorded at 107,627 miles on 7 Dec 2021, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,624 miles · 29 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 107,627 miles
  • 2020 – 104,788 miles
  • 2019 – 100,964 miles
  • 2018 – 96,686 miles
  • 2017 – 90,877 miles
  • 2016 – 77,238 miles
  • 2015 – 71,763 miles
  • 2014 – 68,766 miles
  • 2013 – 66,125 miles
  • 2012 – 64,995 miles
  • 2011 – 60,411 miles
  • 2010 – 53,354 miles
  • 2009 – 47,469 miles
  • 2008 – 41,341 miles
  • 2007 – 35,908 miles
  • 2006 – 27,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,627 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,627 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,627 miles
    Test number
    356792591010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail107,624 miles (+2,836)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,624 miles
    Test number
    963592599252
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass104,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,788 miles
    Test number
    246235948162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail104,788 miles (+3,824)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,788 miles
    Test number
    619092327140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass100,964 miles (+4,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,964 miles
    Test number
    237450741504
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass96,686 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,686 miles
    Test number
    853081575428
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail96,686 miles (+5,809)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,686 miles
    Test number
    187760545593
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,877 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,877 miles
    Test number
    786038213819
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  9. Fail90,877 miles (+13,639)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,877 miles
    Test number
    497653233866
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureUpper Rear position lamp(s) not working both sides (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Pass77,238 miles (+5,475)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    77,238 miles
    Test number
    246317236022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,763 miles (+2,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,763 miles
    Test number
    202474915486
    • 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)

  12. Pass68,766 miles (+2,641)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,766 miles
    Test number
    586725194207
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges

  13. Pass66,125 miles (+1,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,125 miles
    Test number
    216451283228
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass64,995 miles (+4,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,995 miles
    Test number
    665911592200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail60,411 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,411 miles
    Test number
    225305181207
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass60,411 miles (+7,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,411 miles
    Test number
    799595181253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass53,354 miles (+5,885)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,354 miles
    Test number
    194362480247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,469 miles (+6,128)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,469 miles
    Test number
    230363289235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,341 miles (+5,433)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,341 miles
    Test number
    162148878203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,908 miles (+8,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,908 miles
    Test number
    843515987260
    • 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)

  21. Pass27,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,438 miles
    Test number
    373408996434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD53 WDU

Does LD53 WDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 WDU expired on 6 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WDU?
The MOT on LD53 WDU expired on 6 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 WDU done?
LD53 WDU was recorded at 107,627 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2021, an average of 5,304 miles a year.
Has LD53 WDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WDU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 WDU 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 WDU find?
LD53 WDU passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread.

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