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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB53 SKDMOT history

LB53 SKD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2025
Mileage
109,953 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 SKD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 SKD was last recorded at 109,953 miles on 13 Feb 2024, 2,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,457 miles · 28 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,496 miles
Average per year
5,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,953 miles
  • 2023 – 107,457 miles
  • 2022 – 102,669 miles
  • 2021 – 92,323 miles
  • 2020 – 87,275 miles
  • 2019 – 82,242 miles
  • 2018 – 74,637 miles
  • 2017 – 67,263 miles
  • 2016 – 61,424 miles
  • 2015 – 58,842 miles
  • 2014 – 44,642 miles
  • 2013 – 34,450 miles
  • 2012 – 30,045 miles
  • 2011 – 28,492 miles
  • 2009 – 26,599 miles
  • 2008 – 24,179 miles
  • 2007 – 19,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting worn on inner edge secondary step tread detected (sipes (5.2.3 (e))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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    815066424343
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting worn on inner edge secondary step tread detected (sipes (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail109,953 miles (+2,496)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,953 miles
    Test number
    110724112898
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting worn on inner edge secondary step tread detected (sipes (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass107,457 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    107,457 miles
    Test number
    198682532741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,669 miles
    Test number
    152336943769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail102,668 miles (+10,345)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,668 miles
    Test number
    422429867981
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRadiator leak

  6. Pass92,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,323 miles
    Test number
    598129484374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,323 miles (+5,048)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,323 miles
    Test number
    632932029899
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass87,275 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,275 miles
    Test number
    352517074235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml

  9. Fail87,275 miles (+5,033)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,275 miles
    Test number
    232540313870
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml

  10. Pass82,242 miles (+7,605)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,242 miles
    Test number
    289314201334
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass74,637 miles (+7,374)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,637 miles
    Test number
    442924545959
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass67,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,263 miles
    Test number
    252364790871
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail67,263 miles (+5,839)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,263 miles
    Test number
    908615216875
    • FailureCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass61,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,424 miles
    Test number
    340361080933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,423 miles (+2,581)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,423 miles
    Test number
    630076302432
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass58,842 miles (+14,200)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,842 miles
    Test number
    149315285479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,642 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,642 miles
    Test number
    526966584052
    • 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)

  18. Fail44,642 miles (+10,192)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,642 miles
    Test number
    835846084044
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  19. Pass34,450 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,450 miles
    Test number
    518307783097
    • NoteEngine light on

  20. Fail34,448 miles (+4,403)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,448 miles
    Test number
    729207083044
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine light on

  21. Pass30,045 miles (+1,553)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,045 miles
    Test number
    158598382492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,492 miles (+1,893)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,492 miles
    Test number
    937101631041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,599 miles (+485)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    26,599 miles
    Test number
    560264469392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,114 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,114 miles
    Test number
    391338509030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,101 miles (+1,922)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,101 miles
    Test number
    481712109032
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  26. Pass24,179 miles (+5,039)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,179 miles
    Test number
    862493708043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,140 miles
    Test number
    634415307070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 SKD

Does LB53 SKD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 SKD expired on 15 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 SKD?
The MOT on LB53 SKD expired on 15 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 SKD done?
LB53 SKD was recorded at 109,953 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2024, an average of 5,309 miles a year.
Has LB53 SKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 SKD has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 SKD 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 SKD find?
LB53 SKD passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake light; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting worn on inner edge secondary step tread detected (sipes.

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