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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 FRFMOT history

LB53 FRF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 92,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2024
Mileage
92,586 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FRF
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
11 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 FRF was last recorded at 92,586 miles on 3 Jan 2023, 3,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,275 miles · 19 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3,311 miles
Average per year
4,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,586 miles
  • 2021 – 89,275 miles
  • 2020 – 88,174 miles
  • 2019 – 83,775 miles
  • 2018 – 78,785 miles
  • 2017 – 75,592 miles
  • 2016 – 72,038 miles
  • 2015 – 68,812 miles
  • 2014 – 64,828 miles
  • 2013 – 60,923 miles
  • 2012 – 57,634 miles
  • 2011 – 53,930 miles
  • 2010 – 46,310 miles
  • 2009 – 38,803 miles
  • 2008 – 33,896 miles
  • 2007 – 23,640 miles
  • 2006 – 14,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,586 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside door mirror cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185-60-14 (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,586 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,586 miles
    Test number
    630117397890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  2. Fail92,586 miles (+3,311)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,586 miles
    Test number
    387409948352
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  3. Pass89,275 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,275 miles
    Test number
    833912384245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  4. Fail89,275 miles (+1,101)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,275 miles
    Test number
    951999733618
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  5. Pass88,174 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    88,174 miles
    Test number
    598123818065
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  6. Fail88,174 miles (+4,399)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,174 miles
    Test number
    505278465600
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  7. Pass83,775 miles (+4,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,775 miles
    Test number
    593611418266
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion on exhaust silencer.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level in sump low.

  8. Pass78,785 miles (+3,193)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,785 miles
    Test number
    272351767976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,592 miles
    Test number
    260461685347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185-60-14 (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail75,592 miles (+3,554)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,592 miles
    Test number
    885611255766
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185-60-14 (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass72,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,038 miles
    Test number
    326559486240
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail72,038 miles (+3,226)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,038 miles
    Test number
    744892509082
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass68,812 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,812 miles
    Test number
    991635550645
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Fail68,812 miles (+3,984)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,812 miles
    Test number
    705573684748
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear to subframe (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear to subframe (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass64,828 miles (+40)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,828 miles
    Test number
    487993344407
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded ( not blowing )

  16. Fail64,788 miles (+3,865)1 failure4 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,788 miles
    Test number
    555899534348
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded ( not blowing )

  17. Pass60,923 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,923 miles
    Test number
    546024043367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail60,923 miles (+3,259)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,923 miles
    Test number
    817161843304
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass57,664 miles (+30)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,664 miles
    Test number
    877872603037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on

  20. Fail57,634 miles (+3,704)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,634 miles
    Test number
    686736452399
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Pass53,930 miles (+7,620)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,930 miles
    Test number
    497153451496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,310 miles (+64)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,310 miles
    Test number
    504375150367
    • NoteN/s/front tyre worn inner edge close to limits
    • NoteRear brake pads worn unable to view fully

  23. Fail46,246 miles (+7,443)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,246 miles
    Test number
    103374350361
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn inner edge close to limit
    • NoteRear brake pads worn unable to view fully

  24. Pass38,803 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,803 miles
    Test number
    683589449336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,896 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,896 miles
    Test number
    413681658462
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass33,896 miles (+10,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,896 miles
    Test number
    810411158386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass23,640 miles (+9,499)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,640 miles
    Test number
    233536647311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    14,141 miles
    Test number
    162947546345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FRF

Does LB53 FRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 FRF expired on 2 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FRF?
The MOT on LB53 FRF expired on 2 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 FRF done?
LB53 FRF was recorded at 92,586 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2023, an average of 4,885 miles a year.
Has LB53 FRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FRF has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 FRF 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 FRF find?
LB53 FRF passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust box outer skin corroded.

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