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Volkswagen Polo

Purple · Diesel · 2004 · 1,422 cc

LL53 DZEMOT history

LL53 DZE is a purple diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 109,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

LL53 DZE purple Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,098 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 DZE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 DZE was last recorded at 109,098 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 4,866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,232 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,866 miles
Average per year
4,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,098 miles
  • 2025 – 104,232 miles
  • 2024 – 100,978 miles
  • 2023 – 97,899 miles
  • 2022 – 94,934 miles
  • 2021 – 91,928 miles
  • 2020 – 89,059 miles
  • 2019 – 85,674 miles
  • 2018 – 79,169 miles
  • 2017 – 72,455 miles
  • 2016 – 65,961 miles
  • 2015 – 58,795 miles
  • 2014 – 54,811 miles
  • 2013 – 50,935 miles
  • 2012 – 46,010 miles
  • 2011 – 42,709 miles
  • 2010 – 39,647 miles
  • 2009 – 36,894 miles
  • 2008 – 34,922 miles
  • 2007 – 32,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,098 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,098 miles (+4,866)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,098 miles
    Test number
    211446539519
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass104,232 miles (+3,254)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    104,232 miles
    Test number
    488568460357
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

  3. Pass100,978 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    100,978 miles
    Test number
    472052335861
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail100,975 miles (+3,076)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,975 miles
    Test number
    825202754092
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass97,899 miles (+2,965)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,899 miles
    Test number
    297131223840
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,934 miles
    Test number
    312329711928
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail94,934 miles (+3,006)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,934 miles
    Test number
    942674291084
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass91,928 miles (+2,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    682124401011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil spring are corroded

  9. Pass89,059 miles (+3,385)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,059 miles
    Test number
    696564025900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    85,674 miles
    Test number
    927174023218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,673 miles (+6,504)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,673 miles
    Test number
    890826215162
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass79,169 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,169 miles
    Test number
    294013573800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,168 miles (+6,713)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,168 miles
    Test number
    783410971336
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  14. Pass72,455 miles (+6,494)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,455 miles
    Test number
    371443982614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,961 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,961 miles
    Test number
    387191590906
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper position lamp not work

  16. Fail65,961 miles (+7,166)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,961 miles
    Test number
    987641667880
    • FailureFuel system component leaking under bonnet (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component inappropriately repaired abs wiring (3.4.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tread devoid of tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper position lamp not work

  17. Pass58,795 miles (+3,984)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,795 miles
    Test number
    126368885111
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,811 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,811 miles
    Test number
    348475684115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear upper position lamp not working

  19. Fail54,811 miles (+3,876)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,811 miles
    Test number
    785425984189
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear upper position lamp not working

  20. Pass50,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,935 miles
    Test number
    299840293439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,935 miles (+4,925)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,935 miles
    Test number
    118249683170
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass46,010 miles (+3,301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,010 miles
    Test number
    678993092139
    • 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)

  23. Pass42,709 miles (+3,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,709 miles
    Test number
    646991481169
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass39,647 miles (+2,753)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,647 miles
    Test number
    553376870163
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn

  25. Pass36,894 miles (+1,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,894 miles
    Test number
    802684099114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass34,922 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,922 miles
    Test number
    970963198194
    • NoteWindsdreen wiper blades poor

  27. Fail34,920 miles (+2,223)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,920 miles
    Test number
    580363598140
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteWindsdreen wiper blades poor

  28. Pass32,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,697 miles
    Test number
    273510507215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,697 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,697 miles
    Test number
    114337897108
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Questions about LL53 DZE

Does LL53 DZE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 DZE is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 DZE?
The MOT on LL53 DZE is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 DZE done?
LL53 DZE was recorded at 109,098 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 4,035 miles a year.
Has LL53 DZE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 DZE has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LL53 DZE 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 LL53 DZE find?
LL53 DZE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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