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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB53 LVPMOT history

LB53 LVP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 99,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
99,811 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LVP was last recorded at 99,811 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 2,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,479 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,332 miles
Average per year
4,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,811 miles
  • 2024 – 97,479 miles
  • 2023 – 94,096 miles
  • 2022 – 89,768 miles
  • 2021 – 85,678 miles
  • 2020 – 84,416 miles
  • 2019 – 82,727 miles
  • 2018 – 79,394 miles
  • 2017 – 73,172 miles
  • 2016 – 65,384 miles
  • 2015 – 58,183 miles
  • 2014 – 49,912 miles
  • 2013 – 42,194 miles
  • 2012 – 34,913 miles
  • 2011 – 27,900 miles
  • 2010 – 24,490 miles
  • 2009 – 21,336 miles
  • 2008 – 16,580 miles
  • 2007 – 12,479 miles
  • 2006 – 11,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,811 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth CV Boots weeping and perished
  • AdvisoryN/S/F Flexible brake hose insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,811 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    99,811 miles
    Test number
    745810691025
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth CV Boots weeping and perished
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Flexible brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,811 miles (+2,332)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,811 miles
    Test number
    597556646148
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lamp in poor condition (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth CV Boots weeping and perished
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Flexible brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,479 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    97,479 miles
    Test number
    854342855534
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 and devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,479 miles (+3,383)2 repaired4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,479 miles
    Test number
    788582975157
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 and devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,096 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,096 miles
    Test number
    826942123212
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail94,096 miles (+4,328)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,096 miles
    Test number
    597524485254
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass89,768 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,768 miles
    Test number
    643575793739
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))

  8. Fail89,768 miles (+4,090)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,768 miles
    Test number
    801342380917
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))

  9. Pass85,678 miles (+1,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,678 miles
    Test number
    905699109682
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,416 miles (+1,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,416 miles
    Test number
    508897594197
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Cv Boot weeping slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass82,727 miles (+3,333)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,727 miles
    Test number
    951021203133
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass79,394 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,394 miles
    Test number
    351301024362
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail79,394 miles (+6,222)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,394 miles
    Test number
    424883427666
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass73,172 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    73,172 miles
    Test number
    914871404554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail73,172 miles (+7,788)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,172 miles
    Test number
    685030254502
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass65,384 miles (+7,201)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    65,384 miles
    Test number
    858037747120
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush BORDERLINE (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush BORDERLINE (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 165/70/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

  17. Pass58,183 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,183 miles
    Test number
    416051211940
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail58,183 miles (+8,271)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,183 miles
    Test number
    734990907776
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass49,912 miles (+7,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,912 miles
    Test number
    308410844358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass42,194 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,194 miles
    Test number
    385218433364
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail42,194 miles (+7,281)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,194 miles
    Test number
    959888833333
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass34,913 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,913 miles
    Test number
    726125632332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail34,913 miles (+7,013)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,913 miles
    Test number
    237445432376
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass27,900 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,900 miles
    Test number
    538740641338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,490 miles
    Test number
    460012740390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail24,490 miles (+3,154)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,490 miles
    Test number
    523682740320
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass21,336 miles (+4,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,336 miles
    Test number
    571086539372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass16,580 miles (+4,101)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,580 miles
    Test number
    563128538371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass12,479 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    12,479 miles
    Test number
    650530347302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass11,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    11,215 miles
    Test number
    444416726413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 LVP

Does LB53 LVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 LVP is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LVP?
The MOT on LB53 LVP is valid until 20 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 LVP done?
LB53 LVP was recorded at 99,811 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 4,655 miles a year.
Has LB53 LVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LVP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 LVP 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 LVP find?
LB53 LVP passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; both cv boots weeping and perished, and 3 more.

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