DF53DRO - VOLKSWAGEN POLO
MOT: ValidGB
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Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 26 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
26
Passed Tests
20
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 12 September 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,474 mi
Expires: 11 September 2026
Failed - 10 September 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,474 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed - 01 November 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,634 mi
Expires: 01 November 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Failed - 01 November 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,634 mi
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Passed - 02 November 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,315 mi
Expires: 01 November 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Failed - 31 October 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,131 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 11 April 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 44,843 mi
Expires: 10 April 2023
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 09 February 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,787 mi
Expires: 10 February 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Passed - 06 February 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 41,669 mi
Expires: 10 February 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Passed - 30 January 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,707 mi
Expires: 10 February 2020
Passed - 06 February 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 38,920 mi
Expires: 10 February 2019
Passed - 03 February 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,402 mi
Expires: 10 February 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Tested In Wet Conditions
- Advisory Engine Covers Fitted, Under Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components
- Advisory Front Lower Both Rear Bushes Deteriorated But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement
- Advisory Rear Exhaust System Corroded But Not Leaking Gas
Passed - 09 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,823 mi
Expires: 10 February 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory drivers seat belt starting to fray.
- Advisory front discs corroded.
Passed - 10 February 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,111 mi
Expires: 10 February 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 10 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 32,158 mi
Expires: 10 February 2015
Passed - 11 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,478 mi
Expires: 10 February 2014
Failed - 11 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,478 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Major Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Passed - 17 January 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 27,742 mi
Expires: 16 January 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Advisory Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed - 08 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 24,854 mi
Expires: 07 April 2012
Failed - 23 November 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 24,698 mi
Passed - 23 November 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 24,698 mi
Expires: 25 November 2011
Passed - 18 November 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,308 mi
Expires: 25 November 2010
Failed - 17 November 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,308 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 19 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 21,856 mi
Expires: 25 November 2009
Passed - 12 November 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,933 mi
Expires: 25 November 2008
Passed - 14 November 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,723 mi
Expires: 25 November 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for DF53DRO?
The MOT expires on 11 September 2026.
What is the tax status of DF53DRO?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 May 2026.
What are the specifications of DF53DRO?
This is a 2003 VOLKSWAGEN POLO in Silver. It runs on Petrol with a 1200cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of DF53DRO?
This vehicle produces 142 g/km of CO2 emissions.