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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 PUFMOT history

LB53 PUF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2024
Mileage
81,685 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 PUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 PUF was last recorded at 81,685 miles on 7 Nov 2023, 7,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,703 miles · 9 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
7,982 miles
Average per year
3,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,685 miles
  • 2022 – 73,703 miles
  • 2021 – 64,920 miles
  • 2020 – 63,667 miles
  • 2019 – 62,687 miles
  • 2018 – 58,308 miles
  • 2017 – 52,325 miles
  • 2016 – 51,187 miles
  • 2015 – 47,928 miles
  • 2014 – 43,247 miles
  • 2013 – 38,875 miles
  • 2012 – 34,664 miles
  • 2011 – 31,420 miles
  • 2010 – 27,807 miles
  • 2009 – 24,394 miles
  • 2008 – 20,403 miles
  • 2007 – 16,960 miles
  • 2006 – 15,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,685 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge almost to cords 175/65x14 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,685 miles (+7,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,685 miles
    Test number
    911714940374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge almost to cords 175/65x14 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass73,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    73,703 miles
    Test number
    162380342072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,703 miles (+8,783)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,703 miles
    Test number
    444025227349
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass64,920 miles (+1,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,920 miles
    Test number
    271369485636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass63,667 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,667 miles
    Test number
    278279793068
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail63,666 miles (+979)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,666 miles
    Test number
    720353502694
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass62,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,687 miles
    Test number
    138732895695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,687 miles (+4,379)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,687 miles
    Test number
    825605533775
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass58,308 miles (+5,983)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,308 miles
    Test number
    269569200425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,325 miles (+1,138)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,325 miles
    Test number
    353798483206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,187 miles
    Test number
    744571127433
    • AdvisoryAir freshener removed from mirror - obscuring the view of the road
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning lamp illuminated

  12. Fail51,187 miles (+3,259)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,187 miles
    Test number
    166466001118
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAir freshener removed from mirror - obscuring the view of the road
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning lamp illuminated

  13. Pass47,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,928 miles
    Test number
    375341835441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,928 miles (+4,681)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,928 miles
    Test number
    918459925246
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing thin at inside edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  15. Pass43,247 miles (+4,372)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,247 miles
    Test number
    845469284194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking

  16. Pass38,875 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,875 miles
    Test number
    177554863145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,664 miles (+3,244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,664 miles
    Test number
    237828152460
    • 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)

  18. Pass31,420 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,420 miles
    Test number
    687941661107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,807 miles (+3,413)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,807 miles
    Test number
    581669950191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,394 miles (+3,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,394 miles
    Test number
    642750469186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass20,403 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,403 miles
    Test number
    261892588461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,363 miles (+3,403)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,363 miles
    Test number
    774912478106
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass16,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    16,960 miles
    Test number
    360612777197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail16,960 miles (+1,377)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,960 miles
    Test number
    522112877119
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass15,583 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    15,583 miles
    Test number
    623139846301
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer wall (slight cut).

Questions about LB53 PUF

Does LB53 PUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 PUF expired on 8 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 PUF?
The MOT on LB53 PUF expired on 8 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 PUF done?
LB53 PUF was recorded at 81,685 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2023, an average of 3,912 miles a year.
Has LB53 PUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 PUF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 PUF 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 PUF find?
LB53 PUF passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge almost to cords 175/65x14.

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