Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 PYYMOT history

LB53 PYY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 159,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2025
Mileage
159,315 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,672 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB53 PYY in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 PYY
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
23 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 PYY was last recorded at 159,315 miles on 17 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,315 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 159,315 miles
  • 2023 – 153,944 miles
  • 2022 – 149,678 miles
  • 2021 – 146,190 miles
  • 2020 – 141,380 miles
  • 2019 – 133,268 miles
  • 2018 – 125,337 miles
  • 2017 – 118,385 miles
  • 2016 – 110,919 miles
  • 2015 – 103,492 miles
  • 2014 – 100,019 miles
  • 2013 – 93,341 miles
  • 2012 – 80,941 miles
  • 2011 – 66,784 miles
  • 2010 – 53,838 miles
  • 2009 – 41,794 miles
  • 2008 – 29,434 miles
  • 2007 – 25,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,315 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel filter corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bush's

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,315 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    159,315 miles
    Test number
    952886316741
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,315 miles (+5,371)2 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,315 miles
    Test number
    988393540719
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,944 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    153,944 miles
    Test number
    308644503931
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail153,921 miles (+4,243)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,921 miles
    Test number
    595939363800
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass149,678 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    149,678 miles
    Test number
    469690520070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail149,678 miles (+3,488)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,678 miles
    Test number
    246490052503
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass146,190 miles (+1,082)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    146,190 miles
    Test number
    693251498313
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail145,108 miles (+3,728)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,108 miles
    Test number
    239670745898
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass141,380 miles (+8,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    141,380 miles
    Test number
    486764454835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass133,268 miles (+93)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    133,268 miles
    Test number
    374527124652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filter very corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail133,175 miles (+7,838)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,175 miles
    Test number
    748018388625
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass125,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    125,337 miles
    Test number
    839928911154
    • AdvisoryBackbox corroded

  13. Fail125,334 miles (+6,949)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,334 miles
    Test number
    922151342605
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBackbox corroded

  14. Pass118,385 miles (+7,466)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,385 miles
    Test number
    826704493715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,919 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    110,919 miles
    Test number
    641421789763
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust joining clamp corroded away exhaust loose

  16. Fail110,907 miles (+7,415)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,907 miles
    Test number
    186968955045
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both excessively worn on inner edges blistered on shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre under inflated suspect corroded alloy rim
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust joining clamp corroded away exhaust loose
    • AdvisoryUneven tyre wear tracking ?

  17. Pass103,492 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,492 miles
    Test number
    565076575129
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBack box deteriorated

  18. Fail103,481 miles (+3,462)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,481 miles
    Test number
    257215475497
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBack box deteriorated

  19. Pass100,019 miles (+51)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    998849764174
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBack box deteriotated
    • NoteUneven front tyre wear lower arm rear bushes worn

  20. Fail99,968 miles (+6,627)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,968 miles
    Test number
    817443764178
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBack box deteriotated
    • NoteUneven front tyre wear lower arm rear bushes worn

  21. Pass93,341 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    93,341 miles
    Test number
    936229263154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,295 miles (+12,354)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,295 miles
    Test number
    647216163138
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass80,941 miles (+14,157)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    80,941 miles
    Test number
    567323362124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,784 miles
    Test number
    126325861145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail66,784 miles (+12,946)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,784 miles
    Test number
    577985461141
    • Repaired at testBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass53,838 miles (+12,044)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,838 miles
    Test number
    232119650483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,794 miles (+12,360)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,794 miles
    Test number
    851882369183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,434 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,434 miles
    Test number
    361533588172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,924 miles (+965)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,924 miles
    Test number
    444415568124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass25,959 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,959 miles
    Test number
    593219087031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail25,918 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,918 miles
    Test number
    402858387014
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare good still rim

Questions about LB53 PYY

Does LB53 PYY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 PYY expired on 16 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 PYY?
The MOT on LB53 PYY expired on 16 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 PYY done?
LB53 PYY was recorded at 159,315 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2024, an average of 7,672 miles a year.
Has LB53 PYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 PYY has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 PYY 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 PYY find?
LB53 PYY passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; fuel filter corroded, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB53P registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.