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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 HYHMOT history

LB53 HYH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,379 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HYH was last recorded at 103,379 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 3,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,089 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,290 miles
Average per year
4,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,379 miles
  • 2025 – 100,089 miles
  • 2024 – 98,207 miles
  • 2023 – 94,812 miles
  • 2022 – 92,663 miles
  • 2021 – 90,573 miles
  • 2020 – 87,452 miles
  • 2019 – 81,869 miles
  • 2017 – 74,791 miles
  • 2016 – 70,035 miles
  • 2015 – 65,429 miles
  • 2014 – 60,486 miles
  • 2013 – 54,012 miles
  • 2012 – 46,944 miles
  • 2011 – 38,687 miles
  • 2010 – 34,517 miles
  • 2009 – 30,661 miles
  • 2008 – 26,721 miles
  • 2007 – 22,820 miles
  • 2006 – 18,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,379 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Rear tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • N/S/R and Drivers seat belt slow to retract -- drivers seatbelt fraying.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,379 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,379 miles
    Test number
    669809689197
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail103,379 miles (+3,290)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,379 miles
    Test number
    284937850174
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass100,089 miles (+1,882)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,089 miles
    Test number
    461403687416
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV Boot perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perishing and getting close to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryRear N/S & O/S brake discs pitted / corroded
    • AdvisoryRear N/S & O/S indicators pale
    • AdvisorySlight damage O/S/F lower subframe mount.
  4. Pass98,207 miles (+3,395)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,207 miles
    Test number
    958976082019
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryO/S/F & N/S/R seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroding slightly-- mount bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight damage N/S outer sill and lips.
    • AdvisorySlight damage O/S/F lower subframe mount
    • AdvisoryTravel -- Foot and handbrake
  5. Pass94,812 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    94,812 miles
    Test number
    712389998217
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/R and Drivers seat belt slow to retract -- drivers seatbelt fraying.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing and wearing on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Subframe damaged by O/S/F suspension mount.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroding-- Mount bushes deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs corroding and pitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust section corroding
    • AdvisorySlight damage N/S Outer sill and sill lip.
    • AdvisoryTravel foot brake -- Recommend attention.
  6. Fail94,812 miles (+2,149)1 dangerous4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,812 miles
    Test number
    562379797427
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Worn unevenly and bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/R and Drivers seat belt slow to retract -- drivers seatbelt fraying.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing and wearing on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Subframe damaged by O/S/F suspension mount.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge / perishing. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroding-- Mount bushes deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs corroding and pitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust section corroding
    • AdvisorySlight damage N/S Outer sill and sill lip.
    • AdvisoryTravel foot brake -- Recommend attention.
  7. Pass92,663 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,663 miles
    Test number
    717005430319
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront N/S & O/S tyres wearing on inner edges, perishing and close to wear indicators.
    • AdvisoryFront brakes fluctuating slightly
    • AdvisoryN/S/F outer CV boot perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryO/S/F seat belt deteriorating and slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam mount bushes deteriorating
  8. Fail92,663 miles (+2,090)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,663 miles
    Test number
    805947035014
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront N/S & O/S tyres wearing on inner edges, perishing and close to wear indicators.
    • AdvisoryFront brakes fluctuating slightly
    • AdvisoryN/S/F outer CV boot perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryO/S/F seat belt deteriorating and slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam mount bushes deteriorating
  9. Pass90,573 miles (+3,121)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,573 miles
    Test number
    926170507355
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV Boot perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Slight damp (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear brake discs corroding / wearing (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle beam and lower spring mounts. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySign of slight coolant leak ( timing cover area )
  10. Pass87,452 miles (+5,583)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,452 miles
    Test number
    354738283991
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorating / splitting recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle / spring mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake hoses deteriorating / perishing recommend replacement
  11. Pass81,869 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,869 miles
    Test number
    500534300642
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Uneven application / release 26% (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both -- slightly damp. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV Boot deteriorating slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear axle beam
    • AdvisorySlight damage N/S sill lip
  12. Fail81,867 miles (+7,076)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,867 miles
    Test number
    418988624204
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Uneven application / release 26% (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both -- slightly damp. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV Boot deteriorating slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Recommend attention (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear axle beam
    • AdvisorySlight damage N/S sill lip
  13. Pass74,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,791 miles
    Test number
    663518950438
    • AdvisoryFront anti-roll bar corroding
  14. Fail74,789 miles (+4,754)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,789 miles
    Test number
    974543649173
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront anti-roll bar corroding
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre bald on inner edge, close to wear indicators-- RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre worn on edges ,close to wear indicators
  15. Pass70,035 miles (+4,603)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    70,035 miles
    Test number
    103106973839
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low/front brake discs worn and brake warning light on recommend attention
    • AdvisoryNsf shock absorber damp/osf shock absorber slightly damp
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre bald inner edge recommend replacement
    • AdvisoryOsf seat belt fraying
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre perishing and getting close to wear indicators
  16. Pass65,432 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,432 miles
    Test number
    336374379793
    • AdvisoryNsf and osf tyres wearing on edges,osr tyre perishing
  17. Fail65,429 miles (+4,943)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,429 miles
    Test number
    485883462633
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Advisory1 of 2 nsr side lights not working
    • AdvisoryFoot and handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible section deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre perishing,front tyres wearing on edges
  18. Pass60,486 miles (+6,474)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,486 miles
    Test number
    667269744317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine and underbody covers fitted limited view
    • NoteExhaust flexable section deteriorating
    • NoteFront brake discs worn,rear brake discs corroding and osr brake binding slightly
  19. Pass54,012 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    54,012 miles
    Test number
    106726143378
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Slightly Worn
    • NoteFront Lower Suspension Arm Rear Bushes Perishing Slightly
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre Perishing Slightly
    • NoteRear Brake Discs Corroding
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Fail54,012 miles (+7,068)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,012 miles
    Test number
    628796743374
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Slightly Worn
    • NoteFront Lower Suspension Arm Rear Bushes Perishing Slightly
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre Perishing Slightly
    • NoteRear Brake Discs Corroding
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass46,944 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,944 miles
    Test number
    557995842374
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes perishing.
    • NoteEngine management lights on.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack tie rod.
  22. Fail46,944 miles (+8,257)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,944 miles
    Test number
    658255842342
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes perishing.
    • NoteEngine management lights on.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack tie rod.
  23. Pass38,687 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,687 miles
    Test number
    297978841326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,517 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,517 miles
    Test number
    364747450347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,661 miles (+3,940)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,661 miles
    Test number
    120141459393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,721 miles (+3,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,721 miles
    Test number
    142090658333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  27. Pass22,820 miles (+4,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,820 miles
    Test number
    743157347391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  28. Pass18,270 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,270 miles
    Test number
    814070446385
    • 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)

Questions about LB53 HYH

Does LB53 HYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 HYH is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HYH?
The MOT on LB53 HYH is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 HYH done?
LB53 HYH was recorded at 103,379 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 4,426 miles a year.
Has LB53 HYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HYH has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 HYH 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 HYH find?
LB53 HYH passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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