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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 AZAMOT history

LB53 AZA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 73,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2021
Mileage
73,583 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 AZA was last recorded at 73,583 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 3,721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,862 miles · 12 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,721 miles
Average per year
4,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 73,583 miles
  • 2020 – 69,862 miles
  • 2019 – 65,975 miles
  • 2018 – 60,498 miles
  • 2017 – 56,030 miles
  • 2016 – 51,543 miles
  • 2015 – 47,135 miles
  • 2014 – 42,898 miles
  • 2013 – 39,285 miles
  • 2012 – 35,745 miles
  • 2011 – 32,857 miles
  • 2010 – 29,553 miles
  • 2009 – 25,713 miles
  • 2008 – 21,533 miles
  • 2007 – 17,468 miles
  • 2006 – 13,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,583 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail73,583 miles (+3,721)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,583 miles
    Test number
    957337562946
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  2. Pass69,862 miles (+3,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,862 miles
    Test number
    193667515153
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low on edges

  3. Pass65,975 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,975 miles
    Test number
    178931538513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,924 miles (+5,426)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,924 miles
    Test number
    547059660442
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass60,498 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,498 miles
    Test number
    425926883111
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail60,498 miles (+4,468)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,498 miles
    Test number
    936214196566
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass56,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,030 miles
    Test number
    155328913490
    • AdvisorySome centre stop light bulbs not working

  8. Fail56,030 miles (+4,487)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,030 miles
    Test number
    427525186590
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing low and nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisorySome centre stop light bulbs not working

  9. Pass51,543 miles (+4,408)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,543 miles
    Test number
    124997314462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,135 miles (+4,237)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,135 miles
    Test number
    540315198332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,898 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,898 miles
    Test number
    135503824322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,285 miles (+3,540)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,285 miles
    Test number
    255284123358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,745 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,745 miles
    Test number
    549507922355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,857 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,857 miles
    Test number
    379415521342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail32,821 miles (+3,268)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,821 miles
    Test number
    285233421363
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail29,553 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,553 miles
    Test number
    214721920336
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass29,553 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,553 miles
    Test number
    751671420391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,713 miles
    Test number
    480672529311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail25,713 miles (+4,180)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,713 miles
    Test number
    680892029323
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass21,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,533 miles
    Test number
    374364228311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,533 miles (+4,065)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,533 miles
    Test number
    400344428447
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass17,468 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    17,468 miles
    Test number
    443691037371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,175 miles
    Test number
    832727026331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 AZA

Does LB53 AZA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 AZA expired on 1 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AZA?
The MOT on LB53 AZA expired on 1 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 AZA done?
LB53 AZA was recorded at 73,583 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 4,043 miles a year.
Has LB53 AZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AZA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 AZA 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 AZA find?
LB53 AZA failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 2 dangerous defects and 7 major defects: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 6 more.

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