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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 CRZMOT history

LB53 CRZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 108,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
108,322 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CRZ
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 valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CRZ was last recorded at 108,322 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 2,812 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,510 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,812 miles
Average per year
5,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,322 miles
  • 2024 – 105,510 miles
  • 2023 – 98,781 miles
  • 2022 – 94,696 miles
  • 2021 – 91,280 miles
  • 2020 – 88,275 miles
  • 2019 – 82,875 miles
  • 2017 – 79,419 miles
  • 2016 – 77,779 miles
  • 2015 – 73,079 miles
  • 2014 – 63,985 miles
  • 2013 – 59,166 miles
  • 2012 – 54,688 miles
  • 2011 – 39,461 miles
  • 2010 – 30,140 miles
  • 2009 – 21,336 miles
  • 2008 – 15,110 miles
  • 2007 – 7,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,322 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 2 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    108,322 miles
    Test number
    949861613904
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail108,322 miles (+2,812)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,322 miles
    Test number
    599111911100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass105,510 miles (+3,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,510 miles
    Test number
    241024860490
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass102,102 miles (+3,321)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    102,102 miles
    Test number
    463203058773
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass98,781 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,781 miles
    Test number
    949146177121
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail98,779 miles (+4,083)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,779 miles
    Test number
    888944087154
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass94,696 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    819250732603
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail94,695 miles (+3,415)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,695 miles
    Test number
    401250726948
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass91,280 miles (+3,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,280 miles
    Test number
    726859858871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass88,275 miles (+7)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,275 miles
    Test number
    323137548028
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Fail88,268 miles (+5,393)2 dangerous1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    989193792908
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass82,875 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,875 miles
    Test number
    343024329789
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail82,874 miles (+3,455)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,874 miles
    Test number
    918520772920
    • DangerousSound deadening material likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass79,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,419 miles
    Test number
    109256312687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,418 miles (+1,639)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,418 miles
    Test number
    302720405254
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  16. Pass77,779 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,779 miles
    Test number
    291984383759
    • AdvisoryBOOT INDICATOR ON
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail77,777 miles (+4,698)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,777 miles
    Test number
    172852459627
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush BOTH REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside 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 Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBOOT INDICATOR ON
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass73,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,079 miles
    Test number
    289464246485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail73,079 miles (+9,094)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,079 miles
    Test number
    297180191273
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass63,985 miles (+91)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,985 miles
    Test number
    428718314408
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S rear tyre has cracks but not reached the cords

  21. Fail63,894 miles (+4,728)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,894 miles
    Test number
    129872314300
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  22. Pass59,166 miles (+34)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    59,166 miles
    Test number
    655144403365
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing inner edges

  23. Fail59,132 miles (+4,444)1 failure3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,132 miles
    Test number
    515521903328
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing inner edges

  24. Fail54,688 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,688 miles
    Test number
    517693682283
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  25. Pass54,688 miles (+15,227)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,688 miles
    Test number
    838683282235
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  26. Pass39,461 miles (+67)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,461 miles
    Test number
    338221771217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror glass slightly damaged

  27. Fail39,394 miles (+9,254)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,394 miles
    Test number
    888499561284
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror glass slightly damaged

  28. Pass30,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,140 miles
    Test number
    950627760259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail30,140 miles (+8,804)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,140 miles
    Test number
    143677260237
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBothside front braking discs worn.offside front door mirror glass has crackin .

  30. Fail21,336 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,336 miles
    Test number
    721162119222
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  31. Pass21,336 miles (+6,226)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    21,336 miles
    Test number
    783042219284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass15,110 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,110 miles
    Test number
    872799378127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Fail15,082 miles (+7,694)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,082 miles
    Test number
    800737378166
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass7,388 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    7,388 miles
    Test number
    640321567015
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LB53 CRZ

Does LB53 CRZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 CRZ is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CRZ?
The MOT on LB53 CRZ is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 CRZ done?
LB53 CRZ was recorded at 108,322 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 5,376 miles a year.
Has LB53 CRZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CRZ has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 CRZ 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 CRZ find?
LB53 CRZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge.

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