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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 OCCMOT history

LB53 OCC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 47,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2023
Mileage
47,927 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 OCC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 OCC was last recorded at 47,927 miles on 16 Dec 2022, 618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,309 miles · 23 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
618 miles
Average per year
1,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 47,927 miles
  • 2021 – 47,309 miles
  • 2020 – 42,609 miles
  • 2019 – 41,032 miles
  • 2018 – 40,762 miles
  • 2017 – 40,426 miles
  • 2016 – 40,352 miles
  • 2015 – 40,221 miles
  • 2014 – 40,035 miles
  • 2013 – 39,776 miles
  • 2012 – 39,506 miles
  • 2011 – 39,240 miles
  • 2010 – 38,823 miles
  • 2008 – 33,461 miles
  • 2007 – 26,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,927 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • N/s/r ,repeatorn/s and n/f indicator lamps not working when hazard switch is turned on

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,927 miles (+618)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,927 miles
    Test number
    672620062829
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass47,309 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    47,309 miles
    Test number
    573774192252
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Fail47,309 miles (+4,700)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,309 miles
    Test number
    714537305531
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Pass42,609 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    42,609 miles
    Test number
    731302146357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,032 miles (+270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,032 miles
    Test number
    324785324949
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass40,762 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    40,762 miles
    Test number
    517461095820
    • DangerousN/s/r ,repeatorn/s and n/f indicator lamps not working when hazard switch is turned on
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail40,762 miles (+336)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,762 miles
    Test number
    677239129192
    • DangerousN/s/r ,repeatorn/s and n/f indicator lamps not working when hazard switch is turned on
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass40,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,426 miles
    Test number
    272583355949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail40,426 miles (+74)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,426 miles
    Test number
    225166735786
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass40,352 miles (+131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    411736086767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass40,221 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    567334165130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre abnormal wear
    • NoteOffside headlamp slightly insecure

  12. Fail40,221 miles (+186)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    449844965162
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre abnormal wear
    • NoteOffside headlamp slightly insecure

  13. Pass40,035 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,035 miles
    Test number
    948996654136
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracks

  14. Fail40,035 miles (+259)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,035 miles
    Test number
    239426354426
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracks

  15. Pass39,776 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,776 miles
    Test number
    917176163157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,506 miles
    Test number
    249224352421
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail39,506 miles (+266)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,506 miles
    Test number
    407184552196
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass39,240 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,240 miles
    Test number
    248549961468
    • NoteExhaust cat inner damaged

  19. Fail39,240 miles (+417)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,240 miles
    Test number
    935869261126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust cat inner damaged

  20. Pass38,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,823 miles
    Test number
    914524770115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,823 miles (+5,362)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,823 miles
    Test number
    103843970128
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass33,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    33,461 miles
    Test number
    482915068441
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail33,461 miles (+7,024)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,461 miles
    Test number
    212795968368
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass26,437 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,437 miles
    Test number
    894264157303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,318 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,318 miles
    Test number
    232706807045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass21,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,318 miles
    Test number
    240746107081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB53 OCC

Does LB53 OCC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 OCC expired on 22 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 OCC?
The MOT on LB53 OCC expired on 22 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 OCC done?
LB53 OCC was recorded at 47,927 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2022, an average of 1,669 miles a year.
Has LB53 OCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 OCC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 OCC 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 OCC find?
LB53 OCC passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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