Volkswagen Polo
Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc
LB53 UDMMOT history
LB53 UDM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 64,170 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 21 Jan 2026
- Mileage
- 64,170 mi
- At MOT on 17 Jan 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 20 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 2,772 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB53 UDM
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 9 Jan 2004
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Jan 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB53 UDM was last recorded at 64,170 miles on 17 Jan 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 64,169 miles · 15 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 2,772 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 64,170 miles
- 2024 – 58,818 miles
- 2023 – 53,015 miles
- 2021 – 45,296 miles
- 2020 – 43,409 miles
- 2019 – 41,590 miles
- 2018 – 40,272 miles
- 2017 – 38,847 miles
- 2016 – 37,072 miles
- 2015 – 35,069 miles
- 2014 – 33,575 miles
- 2013 – 32,716 miles
- 2011 – 27,565 miles
- 2010 – 24,286 miles
- 2009 – 22,937 miles
- 2008 – 19,216 miles
- 2007 – 14,178 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass64,170 miles
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024
Full MOT history
27 tests since 5 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass64,170 miles (+1)3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 64,170 miles
- Test number
- 713816135542
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
Fail64,169 miles (+5,351)4 major3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,169 miles
- Test number
- 566232872492
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- 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))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
Pass58,818 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 58,818 miles
- Test number
- 608203460023
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
Fail58,818 miles (+29)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,818 miles
- Test number
- 800864523112
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
Fail58,789 miles (+5,774)1 dangerous10 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,789 miles
- Test number
- 899438601897
- DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed both front inner 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- 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))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Pass53,015 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 53,015 miles
- Test number
- 683733048350
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail53,015 miles (+7,719)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,015 miles
- Test number
- 600319099584
- MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass45,296 miles (+1,887)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 45,296 miles
- Test number
- 405955035347
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass43,409 miles (+1,819)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 43,409 miles
- Test number
- 220230105106
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass41,590 miles (+1,318)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 41,590 miles
- Test number
- 495934271161
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,272 miles (+1,425)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 40,272 miles
- Test number
- 476048823376
- AdvisoryFront Tyre's worn on the inner edge
Pass38,847 miles (+12)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 38,847 miles
- Test number
- 483877083013
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail38,835 miles (+1,763)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,835 miles
- Test number
- 873980697696
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- 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)
Pass37,072 miles (+2,003)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 37,072 miles
- Test number
- 675762161641
- AdvisoryEngine man light on
Pass35,069 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 35,069 miles
- Test number
- 124665266318
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail35,069 miles (+1,494)3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 35,069 miles
- Test number
- 129516661784
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Pass33,575 miles (+859)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 33,575 miles
- Test number
- 445300454359
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass32,716 miles (+1,237)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 32,716 miles
- Test number
- 697673753339
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,479 miles (+2)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 31,479 miles
- Test number
- 159414303097
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Fail31,477 miles1 failure4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,477 miles
- Test number
- 726773803045
- FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass31,477 miles (+3,912)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 31,477 miles
- Test number
- 817673103057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,565 miles (+1,637)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 27,565 miles
- Test number
- 388648651362
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,928 miles (+1,642)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 25,928 miles
- Test number
- 455771911022
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass24,286 miles (+1,349)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 24,286 miles
- Test number
- 713419510032
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,937 miles (+3,721)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 22,937 miles
- Test number
- 494680829093
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,216 miles (+5,038)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 19,216 miles
- Test number
- 990914418070
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,178 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 14,178 miles
- Test number
- 672165807024
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB53 UDM
- Does LB53 UDM currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB53 UDM expired on 21 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB53 UDM?
- The MOT on LB53 UDM expired on 21 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB53 UDM done?
- LB53 UDM was recorded at 64,170 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2025, an average of 2,772 miles a year.
- Has LB53 UDM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB53 UDM has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on LB53 UDM 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 UDM find?
- LB53 UDM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2025 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp insecure; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 5 more.
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