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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB53 SKFMOT history

LB53 SKF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 123,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
123,200 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 SKF
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 valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 SKF was last recorded at 123,200 miles on 25 Oct 2025, 100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,100 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
100 miles
Average per year
5,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,200 miles
  • 2024 – 120,181 miles
  • 2023 – 117,351 miles
  • 2022 – 114,230 miles
  • 2021 – 112,270 miles
  • 2020 – 110,952 miles
  • 2019 – 110,224 miles
  • 2018 – 106,885 miles
  • 2017 – 104,266 miles
  • 2016 – 99,556 miles
  • 2015 – 91,958 miles
  • 2014 – 79,728 miles
  • 2013 – 71,624 miles
  • 2012 – 62,370 miles
  • 2011 – 60,158 miles
  • 2010 – 51,526 miles
  • 2009 – 41,103 miles
  • 2008 – 33,821 miles
  • 2007 – 29,511 miles
  • 2006 – 21,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,200 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear exhaust is deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,200 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,200 miles
    Test number
    383894235337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,100 miles (+2,919)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,100 miles
    Test number
    554578798051
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible contaminated (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass120,181 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,181 miles
    Test number
    632096849023
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail120,181 miles (+2,830)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,181 miles
    Test number
    582127832303
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass117,351 miles (+290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,351 miles
    Test number
    625061223546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail117,061 miles (+2,831)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,061 miles
    Test number
    619765261595
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass114,230 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,230 miles
    Test number
    376304118186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  8. Fail114,208 miles (+1,938)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,208 miles
    Test number
    164310146439
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  9. Pass112,270 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,270 miles
    Test number
    691168250271
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  10. Fail112,270 miles (+1,318)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,270 miles
    Test number
    340224979952
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  11. Pass110,952 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,952 miles
    Test number
    235436292875
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail110,950 miles (+726)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,950 miles
    Test number
    568199703709
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass110,224 miles (+3,339)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,224 miles
    Test number
    780894623306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,885 miles (+2,619)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,885 miles
    Test number
    149207433812
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary securing device siezed
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear seatbelt not tested

  15. Pass104,266 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,266 miles
    Test number
    663182273215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,003 miles (+4,447)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,003 miles
    Test number
    604421269242
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass99,556 miles (+7,598)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    99,556 miles
    Test number
    416617403444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,958 miles (+12,230)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,958 miles
    Test number
    345053185352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,728 miles (+8,104)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,728 miles
    Test number
    337463604316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,624 miles (+9,254)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,624 miles
    Test number
    559457493230
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated.

  21. Pass62,370 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,370 miles
    Test number
    997296352248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,158 miles (+8,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,158 miles
    Test number
    846785051370
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass51,526 miles (+10,423)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,526 miles
    Test number
    450154550449
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront pads starting to get low

  24. Pass41,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,103 miles
    Test number
    403678549383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,103 miles (+7,282)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,103 miles
    Test number
    493768049376
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass33,821 miles (+4,310)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,821 miles
    Test number
    410830538448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,511 miles (+8,117)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,511 miles
    Test number
    133785347382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    21,394 miles
    Test number
    422513246478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 SKF

Does LB53 SKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 SKF is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 SKF?
The MOT on LB53 SKF is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 SKF done?
LB53 SKF was recorded at 123,200 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2025, an average of 5,393 miles a year.
Has LB53 SKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 SKF has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 SKF 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 SKF find?
LB53 SKF passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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