2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · LE53 HNW

The vehicle is currently in the roadworthiness class C, indicating that the MOT has passed. The most recent test on 2025-08-07 was passed at 120,800 miles, though it failed on a multiple light source in the rear position lamp. This suggests that while the vehicle has maintained a low mileage pattern over the last two years, the most recent failure was likely caused by a specific component rather than a systemic wear pattern. The maintenance trend is relatively stable, with the car remaining in C class through the 2023-09-07 test at 97,264 miles. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle that has used less than 5,252 miles annually, which aligns with its 23-year age. This low mileage suggests that the vehicle has been used lightly, potentially for short trips or occasional parking, rather than heavy commercial use. Despite the low mileage, the MOT record reveals several recurring faults, specifically regarding the rear position lamp and the registration plate lamp, which indicates that the vehicle has not undergone adequate regular servicing or replacement of these components. Given the recurring faults, particularly the failure of the rear position lamp and the registration plate lamp, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and corrosion in the rear suspension and exhaust system. The history of failing on the registration plate lamp in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, combined with the worn coil spring in the nearside front lower spring, suggests that the vehicle may have had a history of neglect or under-treatment of the rear suspension and exhaust components. A thorough visual inspection of the rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust system is required to confirm the absence of corrosion or structural damage that could have led to these failures.