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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LL53 UDTMOT history

LL53 UDT is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 132,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2023.

LL53 UDT red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2024
Mileage
132,082 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 UDT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 UDT was last recorded at 132,082 miles on 2 Sept 2023, 11,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,333 miles · 30 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
11,749 miles
Average per year
7,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,082 miles
  • 2022 – 120,333 miles
  • 2021 – 112,082 miles
  • 2020 – 94,380 miles
  • 2019 – 86,151 miles
  • 2018 – 81,485 miles
  • 2017 – 79,001 miles
  • 2016 – 69,567 miles
  • 2015 – 55,904 miles
  • 2014 – 46,318 miles
  • 2013 – 36,312 miles
  • 2012 – 27,832 miles
  • 2011 – 23,144 miles
  • 2009 – 9,677 miles
  • 2008 – 2,065 miles
  • 2007 – 1,948 miles
  • 2006 – 1,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,082 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,082 miles (+11,749)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    132,082 miles
    Test number
    539040417214
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,333 miles
    Test number
    377637984963
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail120,333 miles (+8,251)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,333 miles
    Test number
    964331784227
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,082 miles (+17,702)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,082 miles
    Test number
    186154123265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,380 miles (+8,229)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,380 miles
    Test number
    345054299807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass86,151 miles (+4,666)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,151 miles
    Test number
    674699160680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,485 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,485 miles
    Test number
    337077427275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,001 miles (+9,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    79,001 miles
    Test number
    108204979958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

  9. Pass69,567 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,567 miles
    Test number
    124636045461
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail69,565 miles (+13,661)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,565 miles
    Test number
    158692929715
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass55,904 miles (+145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,904 miles
    Test number
    928077245187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail55,759 miles (+9,441)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,759 miles
    Test number
    749511545140
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass46,318 miles (+10,006)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,318 miles
    Test number
    716381944113
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres feathering on edge

  14. Pass36,312 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    586165083170
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorating

  15. Fail36,312 miles (+8,480)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    799615783153
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorating

  16. Pass27,832 miles (+4,688)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,832 miles
    Test number
    298653292439
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass23,144 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,144 miles
    Test number
    217882291406
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail23,144 miles (+13,467)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,144 miles
    Test number
    656862791103
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass9,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    9,677 miles
    Test number
    321193609378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail9,677 miles (+7,612)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,677 miles
    Test number
    203942509341
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass2,065 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    2,065 miles
    Test number
    183523118336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass1,948 miles (+214)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    1,948 miles
    Test number
    653765007342
    • NoteNear side front tyre side wall cut

  23. Pass1,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    1,734 miles
    Test number
    813567096209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 UDT

Does LL53 UDT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 UDT expired on 3 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 UDT?
The MOT on LL53 UDT expired on 3 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 UDT done?
LL53 UDT was recorded at 132,082 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2023, an average of 7,733 miles a year.
Has LL53 UDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 UDT has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 UDT 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 UDT find?
LL53 UDT passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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