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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB53 OBMMOT history

LB53 OBM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Dec 2022
Mileage
78,779 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 OBM
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
22 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 OBM was last recorded at 78,779 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 3,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,436 miles · 22 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3,343 miles
Average per year
4,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 78,779 miles
  • 2020 – 75,436 miles
  • 2019 – 69,145 miles
  • 2018 – 63,118 miles
  • 2017 – 55,589 miles
  • 2016 – 47,738 miles
  • 2015 – 44,621 miles
  • 2014 – 41,979 miles
  • 2013 – 36,220 miles
  • 2012 – 30,692 miles
  • 2011 – 27,126 miles
  • 2010 – 24,461 miles
  • 2009 – 22,077 miles
  • 2008 – 20,071 miles
  • 2007 – 16,743 miles
  • 2006 – 14,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,779 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,779 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,779 miles
    Test number
    873074822278
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  2. Fail78,779 miles (+3,343)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,779 miles
    Test number
    122459522994
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  3. Pass75,436 miles (+6,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,436 miles
    Test number
    285848948462
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp corroded and broken replacement advised
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass69,145 miles (+6,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,145 miles
    Test number
    308062040555
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass63,118 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    63,118 miles
    Test number
    806838617849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stop perished (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail63,118 miles (+7,529)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,118 miles
    Test number
    395142587347
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stop perished (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass55,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    55,589 miles
    Test number
    544887346043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,589 miles (+7,851)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,589 miles
    Test number
    230493668524
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass47,738 miles (+3,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    47,738 miles
    Test number
    808447348475
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass44,621 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,621 miles
    Test number
    990590958659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,979 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    41,979 miles
    Test number
    985474554371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  12. Fail41,979 miles (+5,759)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,979 miles
    Test number
    939843954363
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  13. Pass36,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,220 miles
    Test number
    626332453361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,214 miles (+5,522)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,214 miles
    Test number
    657092253306
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass30,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,692 miles
    Test number
    175922742324
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail30,692 miles (+3,566)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,692 miles
    Test number
    298960442345
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass27,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,126 miles
    Test number
    659957651355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,126 miles (+2,665)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,126 miles
    Test number
    748967951352
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass24,461 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,461 miles
    Test number
    844725550374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,077 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,077 miles
    Test number
    382654849364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,071 miles (+3,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,071 miles
    Test number
    553847158309
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass16,743 miles (+2,576)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,743 miles
    Test number
    852414557351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    14,167 miles
    Test number
    471041446326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 OBM

Does LB53 OBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 OBM expired on 27 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 OBM?
The MOT on LB53 OBM expired on 27 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 OBM done?
LB53 OBM was recorded at 78,779 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 4,306 miles a year.
Has LB53 OBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 OBM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 OBM 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 OBM find?
LB53 OBM passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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