Volkswagen Polo
Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc
LB53 UTEMOT history
LB53 UTE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,775 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 90,775 mi
- At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 24
- 20 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 3,159 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB53 UTE
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 12 Jan 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB53 UTE was last recorded at 90,775 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 90,773 miles · 14 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 3,159 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 90,775 miles
- 2024 – 87,158 miles
- 2023 – 83,249 miles
- 2022 – 80,372 miles
- 2021 – 79,786 miles
- 2020 – 78,507 miles
- 2019 – 78,000 miles
- 2018 – 77,802 miles
- 2017 – 76,515 miles
- 2016 – 74,798 miles
- 2015 – 73,312 miles
- 2014 – 71,902 miles
- 2013 – 70,562 miles
- 2012 – 68,930 miles
- 2011 – 67,024 miles
- 2010 – 64,513 miles
- 2009 – 51,697 miles
- 2008 – 41,548 miles
- 2007 – 31,144 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass90,775 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
24 tests since 2 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass90,775 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 90,775 miles
- Test number
- 336092912353
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail90,773 miles (+3,615)7 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,773 miles
- Test number
- 880975222005
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Pass87,158 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 87,158 miles
- Test number
- 898121316698
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Fail87,156 miles (+3,907)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,156 miles
- Test number
- 773776735844
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- 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))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside MIRROR COVER LOOSE ??
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Pass83,249 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 83,249 miles
- Test number
- 124833324288
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail83,248 miles (+2,876)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,248 miles
- Test number
- 342084118173
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass80,372 miles (+586)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 80,372 miles
- Test number
- 516354985770
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass79,786 miles (+1,279)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 79,786 miles
- Test number
- 774373400917
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,507 miles (+507)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 78,507 miles
- Test number
- 130460540304
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,000 miles (+198)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 78,000 miles
- Test number
- 720852027209
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,802 miles (+1,287)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 77,802 miles
- Test number
- 886611516149
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,515 miles (+1,717)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 76,515 miles
- Test number
- 919126827227
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass74,798 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 74,798 miles
- Test number
- 843675148576
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
Fail74,797 miles (+1,485)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,797 miles
- Test number
- 654381855706
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
Pass73,312 miles (+1,410)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 73,312 miles
- Test number
- 521728337271
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,902 miles (+1,340)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 71,902 miles
- Test number
- 848336614357
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,562 miles (+1,632)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 70,562 miles
- Test number
- 126810113399
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,930 miles (+1,906)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 68,930 miles
- Test number
- 796449812390
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass67,024 miles (+2,511)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 67,024 miles
- Test number
- 316335711325
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NoteOil leak
Pass64,513 miles (+3,112)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 64,513 miles
- Test number
- 733994220393
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,401 miles (+9,704)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 61,401 miles
- Test number
- 110291110426
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass51,697 miles (+10,149)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 51,697 miles
- Test number
- 640899609094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,548 miles (+10,404)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 41,548 miles
- Test number
- 343180018095
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass31,144 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 31,144 miles
- Test number
- 450402207075
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about LB53 UTE
- Does LB53 UTE currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UTE is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LB53 UTE?
- The MOT on LB53 UTE is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB53 UTE done?
- LB53 UTE was recorded at 90,775 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 3,159 miles a year.
- Has LB53 UTE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB53 UTE has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on LB53 UTE 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 UTE find?
- LB53 UTE passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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