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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 JBZMOT history

LB53 JBZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 121,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
121,293 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JBZ
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
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JBZ was last recorded at 121,293 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 19,399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,894 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
19,399 miles
Average per year
5,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,293 miles
  • 2025 – 101,894 miles
  • 2024 – 101,028 miles
  • 2023 – 99,179 miles
  • 2022 – 97,381 miles
  • 2021 – 95,641 miles
  • 2020 – 94,065 miles
  • 2019 – 92,255 miles
  • 2018 – 88,946 miles
  • 2017 – 85,719 miles
  • 2016 – 82,016 miles
  • 2015 – 80,021 miles
  • 2014 – 73,267 miles
  • 2013 – 69,224 miles
  • 2012 – 64,390 miles
  • 2011 – 61,048 miles
  • 2010 – 50,645 miles
  • 2009 – 35,278 miles
  • 2008 – 22,645 miles
  • 2006 – 13,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,293 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,293 miles (+19,399)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    121,293 miles
    Test number
    928285176192
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  2. Pass101,894 miles (+866)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    101,894 miles
    Test number
    617729369147
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass101,028 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    101,028 miles
    Test number
    533387164002
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail101,027 miles (+1,848)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,027 miles
    Test number
    708119592169
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass99,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    99,179 miles
    Test number
    119255151550
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking but not excessive water hose sligtley leaking

  6. Fail99,178 miles (+1,797)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,178 miles
    Test number
    238813670958
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking but not excessive water hose sligtley leaking

  7. Pass97,381 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    97,381 miles
    Test number
    688341974055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,373 miles (+1,732)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,373 miles
    Test number
    283209236544
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass95,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    95,641 miles
    Test number
    246743423421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,641 miles (+1,576)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,641 miles
    Test number
    745103368625
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass94,065 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    94,065 miles
    Test number
    216638082400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,053 miles (+1,798)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,053 miles
    Test number
    734528746251
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass92,255 miles (+3,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,255 miles
    Test number
    692143035140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass88,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    88,946 miles
    Test number
    854420609512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,946 miles (+3,227)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,946 miles
    Test number
    304804767977
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass85,719 miles (+3,703)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,719 miles
    Test number
    566116785683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,016 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,016 miles
    Test number
    112374397735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,021 miles (+6,754)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,021 miles
    Test number
    426690927449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,267 miles (+3)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,267 miles
    Test number
    597857644283
    • NoteNearside/offside front brake hoses are perished
    • NoteNearside/offside front inner suspension arm bushes are soft/ worn
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condtion

  20. Fail73,264 miles (+4,040)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,264 miles
    Test number
    876246044247
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre sidewall
    • NoteNearside/offside front brake hoses are perished
    • NoteNearside/offside front inner suspension arm bushes are soft/ worn
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condtion

  21. Fail69,224 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,224 miles
    Test number
    298709433201
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront tyres worn

  22. Pass69,224 miles (+4,834)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,224 miles
    Test number
    815479333296
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront tyres worn

  23. Pass64,390 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,390 miles
    Test number
    365021222456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriated

  24. Fail64,390 miles (+3,342)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,390 miles
    Test number
    807431922277
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriated

  25. Pass61,048 miles (+10,403)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,048 miles
    Test number
    668977731260
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass50,645 miles (+16)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,645 miles
    Test number
    651180940208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail50,629 miles (+15,351)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,629 miles
    Test number
    481109930205
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass35,278 miles (+7)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,278 miles
    Test number
    290110619131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Fail35,271 miles (+12,626)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,271 miles
    Test number
    834685409159
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass22,645 miles (+9,151)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    22,645 miles
    Test number
    110702448096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass13,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,494 miles
    Test number
    320460546381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 JBZ

Does LB53 JBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 JBZ is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JBZ?
The MOT on LB53 JBZ is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 JBZ done?
LB53 JBZ was recorded at 121,293 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 5,532 miles a year.
Has LB53 JBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JBZ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 JBZ 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 JBZ find?
LB53 JBZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 4 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 7 more.

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