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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 BFYMOT history

LB53 BFY is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 57,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
57,283 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BFY was last recorded at 57,283 miles on 23 May 2026, 5,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,830 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,453 miles
Average per year
2,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,283 miles
  • 2025 – 51,830 miles
  • 2024 – 50,316 miles
  • 2023 – 49,121 miles
  • 2022 – 48,577 miles
  • 2021 – 47,939 miles
  • 2020 – 47,528 miles
  • 2019 – 46,445 miles
  • 2018 – 44,647 miles
  • 2017 – 43,358 miles
  • 2016 – 41,749 miles
  • 2015 – 39,389 miles
  • 2014 – 37,055 miles
  • 2013 – 33,439 miles
  • 2012 – 27,698 miles
  • 2011 – 25,416 miles
  • 2010 – 21,574 miles
  • 2009 – 18,877 miles
  • 2008 – 15,770 miles
  • 2007 – 12,103 miles
  • 2006 – 8,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,283 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass57,283 miles (+5,453)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    57,283 miles
    Test number
    139320232506
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass51,830 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    51,830 miles
    Test number
    912661122972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail51,664 miles (+1,348)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,664 miles
    Test number
    652673366554
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced foggy (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced foggy, np pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb defective (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass50,316 miles (+1,195)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    50,316 miles
    Test number
    724604738652
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass49,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    49,121 miles
    Test number
    680736665614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail49,121 miles (+544)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,121 miles
    Test number
    400524359837
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  7. Pass48,577 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    741098077805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,939 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    47,939 miles
    Test number
    843890109266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,528 miles (+1,083)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    47,528 miles
    Test number
    752623948088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,445 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    846248399368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,647 miles (+1,289)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    44,647 miles
    Test number
    841627193856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,358 miles (+1,609)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,358 miles
    Test number
    283244709469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,749 miles
    Test number
    191510548219
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail41,749 miles (+2,360)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,749 miles
    Test number
    806957051007
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass39,389 miles (+2,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,389 miles
    Test number
    658617625110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass37,055 miles (+3,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    37,055 miles
    Test number
    336647824139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass33,439 miles (+5,741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,439 miles
    Test number
    719783633195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass27,698 miles (+2,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,698 miles
    Test number
    159895832116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass25,416 miles (+3,842)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    25,416 miles
    Test number
    987651821335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,574 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    21,574 miles
    Test number
    124814430366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,877 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,877 miles
    Test number
    262820929334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,770 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,770 miles
    Test number
    430920938336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,103 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    12,103 miles
    Test number
    600526227378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    8,492 miles
    Test number
    604319526323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 BFY

Does LB53 BFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 BFY is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BFY?
The MOT on LB53 BFY is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 BFY done?
LB53 BFY was recorded at 57,283 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 2,503 miles a year.
Has LB53 BFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BFY has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 BFY 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 BFY find?
LB53 BFY passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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