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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB53 TFOMOT history

LB53 TFO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 165,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
165,176 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 TFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 TFO was last recorded at 165,176 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 2,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,146 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,030 miles
Average per year
7,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,176 miles
  • 2025 – 163,146 miles
  • 2024 – 160,830 miles
  • 2023 – 158,651 miles
  • 2022 – 156,742 miles
  • 2021 – 153,154 miles
  • 2020 – 150,938 miles
  • 2019 – 147,295 miles
  • 2018 – 140,232 miles
  • 2017 – 130,754 miles
  • 2016 – 117,564 miles
  • 2015 – 107,564 miles
  • 2014 – 99,915 miles
  • 2013 – 90,113 miles
  • 2012 – 81,170 miles
  • 2011 – 70,075 miles
  • 2010 – 60,435 miles
  • 2009 – 51,477 miles
  • 2008 – 41,292 miles
  • 2007 – 24,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,176 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens crackedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside repeater light lens missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp cracked
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber casing corroded
  • AdvisoryRear rear axle surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryRear rear registration slightly damaged

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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,176 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    165,176 miles
    Test number
    253856341573
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside repeater light lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear rear registration slightly damaged

  2. Fail165,176 miles (+2,030)4 major1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,176 miles
    Test number
    333559421894
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside repeater light lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear rear registration slightly damaged

  3. Pass163,146 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    163,146 miles
    Test number
    250705460676
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose rusty (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Fail163,146 miles (+2,316)3 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,146 miles
    Test number
    106664815911
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose rusty (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass160,830 miles (+2,179)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    160,830 miles
    Test number
    987519294916
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  6. Pass158,651 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    158,651 miles
    Test number
    789553817720
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail158,651 miles (+1,909)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,651 miles
    Test number
    894227453198
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass156,742 miles (+320)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    156,742 miles
    Test number
    454590816354
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  9. Fail156,422 miles (+78)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,422 miles
    Test number
    691674508282
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective faded ,aim incorrect (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure damaged (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  10. Fail156,344 miles (+3,190)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,344 miles
    Test number
    980427854492
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass153,154 miles (+8)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    153,154 miles
    Test number
    789643727380
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail153,146 miles (+2,208)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,146 miles
    Test number
    222949021913
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass150,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,938 miles
    Test number
    543339755345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens cracked

  14. Fail150,938 miles (+3,643)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,938 miles
    Test number
    652334121438
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens cracked

  15. Pass147,295 miles (+7,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    147,295 miles
    Test number
    634159650133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass140,232 miles (+9,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    140,232 miles
    Test number
    144297808009
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass130,754 miles (+13,190)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,754 miles
    Test number
    376637111564
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/60r14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  18. Pass117,564 miles (+10,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,564 miles
    Test number
    440145435521
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has nail

  19. Pass107,564 miles (+7,649)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,564 miles
    Test number
    269120515175
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded.

  20. Pass99,915 miles (+9,802)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,915 miles
    Test number
    519552934199
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded.

  21. Pass90,113 miles (+8,943)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,113 miles
    Test number
    129681343160
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded.

  22. Pass81,170 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,170 miles
    Test number
    709158332110
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded.
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres worn on outer edges,

  23. Fail81,170 miles (+11,095)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,170 miles
    Test number
    336197032121
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded.
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres worn on outer edges,

  24. Pass70,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,075 miles
    Test number
    619629421129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,074 miles (+9,639)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    585909321101
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  26. Pass60,435 miles (+8,958)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,435 miles
    Test number
    434501940112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,477 miles
    Test number
    404371949135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,477 miles (+10,185)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,477 miles
    Test number
    251631649487
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass41,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,292 miles
    Test number
    741110958121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail41,292 miles (+16,402)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,292 miles
    Test number
    860760958175
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  31. Pass24,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,890 miles
    Test number
    831981717061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 TFO

Does LB53 TFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 TFO is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 TFO?
The MOT on LB53 TFO is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 TFO done?
LB53 TFO was recorded at 165,176 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 7,292 miles a year.
Has LB53 TFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 TFO has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 TFO 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 TFO find?
LB53 TFO passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear lamp lens cracked; nearside mirror casing damaged, and 6 more.

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