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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LD53 WDWMOT history

LD53 WDW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2024.

LD53 WDW silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2025
Mileage
101,657 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WDW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WDW was last recorded at 101,657 miles on 13 Jan 2024, 3,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,975 miles · 9 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
3,682 miles
Average per year
5,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,657 miles
  • 2023 – 97,975 miles
  • 2022 – 92,250 miles
  • 2021 – 87,276 miles
  • 2020 – 75,873 miles
  • 2019 – 68,325 miles
  • 2018 – 61,912 miles
  • 2017 – 57,789 miles
  • 2016 – 52,459 miles
  • 2015 – 46,300 miles
  • 2014 – 41,667 miles
  • 2013 – 36,450 miles
  • 2012 – 30,091 miles
  • 2011 – 25,771 miles
  • 2010 – 21,314 miles
  • 2009 – 13,878 miles
  • 2008 – 8,177 miles
  • 2007 – 2,995 miles
  • 2006 – 2,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,657 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin peeling

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,657 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,657 miles
    Test number
    893154282608
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin peeling

  2. Fail101,657 miles (+3,682)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,657 miles
    Test number
    788861546430
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin peeling

  3. Pass97,975 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,975 miles
    Test number
    231597411452
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail97,949 miles (+5,699)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,949 miles
    Test number
    413767097970
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced no paten (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass92,250 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,250 miles
    Test number
    295999674161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,153 miles (+4,877)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,153 miles
    Test number
    113791245021
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass87,276 miles (+11,403)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,276 miles
    Test number
    699460169507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,873 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,873 miles
    Test number
    698172189742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,840 miles (+7,515)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,840 miles
    Test number
    227317298289
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass68,325 miles (+6,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,325 miles
    Test number
    639198933001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass61,912 miles (+4,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,912 miles
    Test number
    383484826048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroding

  12. Pass57,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,789 miles
    Test number
    366001248431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,789 miles (+5,330)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,789 miles
    Test number
    103844646802
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear passenger door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

  14. Pass52,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,459 miles
    Test number
    571619301188
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail52,458 miles (+6,158)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,458 miles
    Test number
    749064993999
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass46,300 miles (+4,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    977235575013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass41,667 miles (+5,217)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,667 miles
    Test number
    115220574403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,450 miles (+6,359)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,450 miles
    Test number
    447417463059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,091 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,091 miles
    Test number
    488984072017
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass30,091 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,091 miles
    Test number
    545864572024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,771 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,771 miles
    Test number
    226966161025
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass25,771 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,771 miles
    Test number
    426826061065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,314 miles (+7,436)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    21,314 miles
    Test number
    921484760045
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  24. Pass13,878 miles (+5,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    13,878 miles
    Test number
    181266379001
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass8,177 miles (+5,182)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    8,177 miles
    Test number
    580424878099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass2,995 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    2,995 miles
    Test number
    131193977490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass2,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    2,783 miles
    Test number
    390241776289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WDW

Does LD53 WDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 WDW expired on 8 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WDW?
The MOT on LD53 WDW expired on 8 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 WDW done?
LD53 WDW was recorded at 101,657 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2024, an average of 5,718 miles a year.
Has LD53 WDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WDW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 WDW 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 WDW find?
LD53 WDW passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 6 more.

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