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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB53 AZFMOT history

LB53 AZF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2023
Mileage
132,483 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AZF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 AZF was last recorded at 132,483 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 9,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,057 miles · 4 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
9,426 miles
Average per year
6,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,483 miles
  • 2021 – 123,057 miles
  • 2020 – 113,419 miles
  • 2019 – 107,951 miles
  • 2018 – 105,616 miles
  • 2017 – 105,571 miles
  • 2016 – 100,830 miles
  • 2015 – 96,444 miles
  • 2014 – 91,312 miles
  • 2013 – 80,537 miles
  • 2012 – 65,941 miles
  • 2011 – 58,433 miles
  • 2010 – 44,340 miles
  • 2009 – 36,379 miles
  • 2007 – 30,285 miles
  • 2006 – 28,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,483 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Engine management light illuminated indicating fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,483 miles (+9,426)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    132,483 miles
    Test number
    564736027228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass123,057 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,057 miles
    Test number
    352580707528
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail123,056 miles (+9,637)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,056 miles
    Test number
    946103166831
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass113,419 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    113,419 miles
    Test number
    167500412004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,415 miles (+5,464)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,415 miles
    Test number
    313492934680
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre bold inner edge

  6. Pass107,951 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,951 miles
    Test number
    956393433407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail107,951 miles (+2,335)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,951 miles
    Test number
    994444515351
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass105,616 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    105,616 miles
    Test number
    153722216834
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated indicating fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail105,571 miles (+4,741)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,571 miles
    Test number
    337951460873
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated indicating fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass100,830 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    100,830 miles
    Test number
    907642220437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,584 miles (+4,140)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,584 miles
    Test number
    956158730271
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass96,444 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    96,444 miles
    Test number
    167413120540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,442 miles (+5,130)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,442 miles
    Test number
    544902743680
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass91,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    91,312 miles
    Test number
    248407954344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,312 miles (+10,775)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,312 miles
    Test number
    108177154352
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass80,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    80,537 miles
    Test number
    487201863467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail80,537 miles (+14,596)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,537 miles
    Test number
    457858553471
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass65,941 miles (+7,508)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,941 miles
    Test number
    236390182136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,433 miles
    Test number
    258999871457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,433 miles (+14,093)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,433 miles
    Test number
    588959571140
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass44,340 miles (+7,961)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,340 miles
    Test number
    330748330122
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  22. Pass36,379 miles (+6,094)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,379 miles
    Test number
    284621049183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTyre size 185/60r14 82t

  23. Pass30,285 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    30,285 miles
    Test number
    760755167354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,989 miles
    Test number
    831008226372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,989 miles2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,989 miles
    Test number
    443578026410
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB53 AZF

Does LB53 AZF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 AZF expired on 20 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AZF?
The MOT on LB53 AZF expired on 20 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 AZF done?
LB53 AZF was recorded at 132,483 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 6,811 miles a year.
Has LB53 AZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AZF has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 AZF 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 AZF find?
LB53 AZF passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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