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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB53 EJDMOT history

LB53 EJD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 127,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
127,070 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 EJD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 EJD was last recorded at 127,070 miles on 15 Dec 2022, 338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,732 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
338 miles
Average per year
7,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 127,070 miles
  • 2021 – 111,637 miles
  • 2020 – 100,643 miles
  • 2019 – 97,241 miles
  • 2018 – 92,336 miles
  • 2017 – 90,358 miles
  • 2016 – 84,413 miles
  • 2015 – 76,170 miles
  • 2014 – 68,031 miles
  • 2013 – 59,282 miles
  • 2012 – 51,862 miles
  • 2011 – 45,105 miles
  • 2010 – 38,245 miles
  • 2009 – 31,229 miles
  • 2008 – 24,380 miles
  • 2007 – 18,011 miles
  • 2006 – 13,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,070 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front washer pipe splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front washer pipe split but still supplies sufficient fluid to windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front top mount notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,070 miles (+338)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    127,070 miles
    Test number
    384114427671
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer pipe split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail126,732 miles (+15,095)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,732 miles
    Test number
    122055568576
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer pipe split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass111,637 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,637 miles
    Test number
    448189967437
    • AdvisoryFront washer pipe split but still supplies sufficient fluid to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount notchy

  4. Fail111,590 miles (+10,947)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,590 miles
    Test number
    775475362774
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning doesn't work on idle (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront washer pipe split but still supplies sufficient fluid to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount notchy

  5. Pass100,643 miles (+3,402)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,643 miles
    Test number
    877113548145
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,241 miles (+4,905)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,241 miles
    Test number
    538062614827
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight aim poor

  7. Pass92,336 miles (+1,978)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    92,336 miles
    Test number
    805250232423
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass90,358 miles (+5,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,358 miles
    Test number
    594518228499
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass84,413 miles (+8,243)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,413 miles
    Test number
    200334842691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,170 miles (+8,139)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,170 miles
    Test number
    674729147742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,031 miles (+8,749)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,031 miles
    Test number
    279875534318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,282 miles (+7,420)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,282 miles
    Test number
    756231133388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,862 miles (+6,757)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    51,862 miles
    Test number
    758821732319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,105 miles (+6,860)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    45,105 miles
    Test number
    307692531334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,245 miles
    Test number
    484374730440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius 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)

  16. Fail38,245 miles (+7,016)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,245 miles
    Test number
    613524130397
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius 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)

  17. Pass31,229 miles (+6,849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,229 miles
    Test number
    420175939480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass24,380 miles (+6,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,380 miles
    Test number
    722047538354
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Pass18,011 miles (+4,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    18,011 miles
    Test number
    892557827373
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass13,053 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,053 miles
    Test number
    414845646406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    12,820 miles
    Test number
    941505726382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 EJD

Does LB53 EJD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 EJD expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 EJD?
The MOT on LB53 EJD expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 EJD done?
LB53 EJD was recorded at 127,070 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2022, an average of 7,111 miles a year.
Has LB53 EJD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 EJD has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 EJD 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 EJD find?
LB53 EJD passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front washer pipe split, and 2 more.

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