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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,422 cc

LB53 AUVMOT history

LB53 AUV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 61,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,869 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 AUV was last recorded at 61,869 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,869 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,869 miles
  • 2024 – 57,376 miles
  • 2023 – 52,423 miles
  • 2022 – 46,445 miles
  • 2021 – 37,085 miles
  • 2020 – 36,661 miles
  • 2019 – 36,011 miles
  • 2018 – 34,085 miles
  • 2017 – 33,006 miles
  • 2016 – 31,937 miles
  • 2015 – 30,537 miles
  • 2014 – 29,286 miles
  • 2013 – 28,073 miles
  • 2012 – 26,760 miles
  • 2011 – 25,248 miles
  • 2010 – 23,415 miles
  • 2009 – 21,063 miles
  • 2008 – 19,220 miles
  • 2007 – 16,304 miles
  • 2006 – 12,870 miles
  • 2005 – 6,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,869 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside rear upper side light is not working.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside front coil spring is not seated correctly.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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    61,869 miles
    Test number
    167554045049
    • AdvisoryNearside rear upper side light is not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside front coil spring is not seated correctly.

  2. Fail61,869 miles (+4,493)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,869 miles
    Test number
    169572012111
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is worn very low (2mm).
    • AdvisoryNearside rear upper side light is not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside front coil spring is not seated correctly.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn very low (2mm) and is bald on the inner edge.

  3. Pass57,376 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,376 miles
    Test number
    147663074820
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail57,376 miles (+4,953)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,376 miles
    Test number
    411261347698
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,423 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    52,423 miles
    Test number
    120439695382
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail52,423 miles (+5,978)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,423 miles
    Test number
    957020429943
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass46,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    587949907677
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail46,445 miles (+9,360)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    271247741212
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass37,085 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    37,085 miles
    Test number
    566962845795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,661 miles (+650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    36,661 miles
    Test number
    932574010328
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass36,011 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,011 miles
    Test number
    484748795767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,085 miles (+1,079)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    34,085 miles
    Test number
    718585995294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,006 miles (+1,069)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    33,006 miles
    Test number
    489161459773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,937 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    31,937 miles
    Test number
    498240575622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    30,537 miles
    Test number
    803042440052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,537 miles (+1,251)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,537 miles
    Test number
    926550599398
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively bothside (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass29,286 miles (+1,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,286 miles
    Test number
    507284114367
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail28,073 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,073 miles
    Test number
    719292623335
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass28,073 miles (+1,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    28,073 miles
    Test number
    788182323334
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  20. Pass26,760 miles (+1,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    26,760 miles
    Test number
    228248012308
    • 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)

  21. Pass25,248 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    25,248 miles
    Test number
    375970801354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,415 miles
    Test number
    224934010346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,415 miles (+2,352)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,415 miles
    Test number
    923093510327
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs rust

  24. Pass21,063 miles (+1,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    21,063 miles
    Test number
    694385219371
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass19,220 miles (+2,916)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,220 miles
    Test number
    992168918300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,304 miles (+3,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    16,304 miles
    Test number
    793747027369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass12,870 miles (+6,010)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    12,870 miles
    Test number
    493236026384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass6,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    6,860 miles
    Test number
    171256425391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 AUV

Does LB53 AUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 AUV is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AUV?
The MOT on LB53 AUV is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 AUV done?
LB53 AUV was recorded at 61,869 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 2,754 miles a year.
Has LB53 AUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AUV has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 AUV 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 LB53 AUV find?
LB53 AUV passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear upper side light is not working.; offside front coil spring is not seated correctly..

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