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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 SZCMOT history

LB53 SZC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2025
Mileage
55,527 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 SZC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 SZC was last recorded at 55,527 miles on 5 Nov 2024, 974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,553 miles · 11 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
974 miles
Average per year
2,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 55,527 miles
  • 2023 – 54,553 miles
  • 2022 – 52,742 miles
  • 2021 – 51,479 miles
  • 2020 – 51,400 miles
  • 2019 – 50,738 miles
  • 2018 – 49,449 miles
  • 2017 – 48,074 miles
  • 2016 – 46,666 miles
  • 2015 – 45,325 miles
  • 2014 – 43,726 miles
  • 2013 – 42,768 miles
  • 2012 – 41,394 miles
  • 2011 – 39,156 miles
  • 2010 – 33,338 miles
  • 2009 – 27,299 miles
  • 2008 – 21,608 miles
  • 2007 – 19,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,527 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at the time of the test

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine & underbody covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,527 miles (+974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    55,527 miles
    Test number
    435009632516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at the time of the test

  2. Pass54,553 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    54,553 miles
    Test number
    232856315487
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively nearside & offside (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine & underbody covers fitted

  3. Fail54,550 miles (+1,808)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,550 miles
    Test number
    853194057516
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside edge worn extremely, 185/60 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine management light is on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working topped up the washer bottle (3.5 (a))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively nearside & offside (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine & underbody covers fitted

  4. Pass52,742 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    52,742 miles
    Test number
    475525914774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine & underbody covers fitted

  5. Fail52,742 miles (+1,263)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,742 miles
    Test number
    336826260301
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working fitted a LLB382 Bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine & underbody covers fitted

  6. Pass51,479 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    51,479 miles
    Test number
    696733566041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,400 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,400 miles
    Test number
    134093582393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,738 miles (+1,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,738 miles
    Test number
    890674614485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass49,449 miles (+1,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,449 miles
    Test number
    313735094872
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  10. Pass48,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,074 miles
    Test number
    346253535923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,074 miles (+1,408)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,074 miles
    Test number
    560482176704
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass46,666 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,666 miles
    Test number
    154388848229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,325 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    45,325 miles
    Test number
    965507035099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,726 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,726 miles
    Test number
    665351834085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,768 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    145076113460
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  16. Fail42,765 miles (+1,371)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,765 miles
    Test number
    857804213082
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  17. Pass41,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,394 miles
    Test number
    768174432093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,394 miles (+2,238)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,394 miles
    Test number
    426934832090
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass39,156 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,156 miles
    Test number
    279258221002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,338 miles (+6,039)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    33,338 miles
    Test number
    884389420060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,299 miles (+5,691)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,299 miles
    Test number
    934320239005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,608 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,608 miles
    Test number
    161190038023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    19,034 miles
    Test number
    850170337048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 SZC

Does LB53 SZC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 SZC expired on 4 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 SZC?
The MOT on LB53 SZC expired on 4 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 SZC done?
LB53 SZC was recorded at 55,527 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2024, an average of 2,054 miles a year.
Has LB53 SZC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 SZC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 SZC 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 SZC find?
LB53 SZC passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; undertrays fitted at the time of the test.

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