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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB53 UYHMOT history

LB53 UYH is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 48,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
48,673 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UYH was last recorded at 48,673 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 1,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,708 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,965 miles
Average per year
2,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,673 miles
  • 2024 – 46,708 miles
  • 2023 – 45,660 miles
  • 2022 – 44,800 miles
  • 2021 – 44,232 miles
  • 2020 – 43,538 miles
  • 2019 – 42,931 miles
  • 2018 – 42,717 miles
  • 2017 – 40,743 miles
  • 2016 – 37,125 miles
  • 2014 – 30,167 miles
  • 2013 – 26,946 miles
  • 2012 – 25,002 miles
  • 2011 – 21,855 miles
  • 2010 – 18,718 miles
  • 2009 – 15,452 miles
  • 2008 – 13,460 miles
  • 2007 – 9,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,673 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.

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,673 miles (+1,965)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    48,673 miles
    Test number
    203859374188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass46,708 miles (+1,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    46,708 miles
    Test number
    339383581878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass45,660 miles (+860)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    545893863148
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass44,800 miles (+568)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    44,800 miles
    Test number
    807594585078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,232 miles (+694)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    44,232 miles
    Test number
    999001738356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,538 miles (+9)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    43,538 miles
    Test number
    170253110512
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail43,529 miles (+598)2 major1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,529 miles
    Test number
    896209693587
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass42,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,931 miles
    Test number
    907990966014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail42,931 miles (+214)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,931 miles
    Test number
    571996990104
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass42,717 miles (+4)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    42,717 miles
    Test number
    782382138550
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail42,713 miles (+1,970)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,713 miles
    Test number
    838340954222
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass40,743 miles (+3,618)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    40,743 miles
    Test number
    638530492758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    37,125 miles
    Test number
    283743029431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,125 miles (+3,291)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,125 miles
    Test number
    938467902853
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass33,834 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,834 miles
    Test number
    810954513310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,830 miles (+3,663)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,830 miles
    Test number
    595280109694
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass30,167 miles (+3,221)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,167 miles
    Test number
    936590094108
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass26,946 miles (+1,944)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    26,946 miles
    Test number
    227401973498
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass25,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,002 miles
    Test number
    285549872435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,002 miles (+3,147)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,002 miles
    Test number
    685018872182
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass21,855 miles (+3,137)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,855 miles
    Test number
    637081471126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass18,718 miles (+3,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    18,718 miles
    Test number
    102727260126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass15,452 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,452 miles
    Test number
    231123679141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    13,460 miles
    Test number
    202299768153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail13,460 miles (+4,046)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,460 miles
    Test number
    372329668118
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass9,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,414 miles
    Test number
    223290277190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 UYH

Does LB53 UYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UYH is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UYH?
The MOT on LB53 UYH is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 UYH done?
LB53 UYH was recorded at 48,673 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 2,123 miles a year.
Has LB53 UYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UYH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB53 UYH 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 UYH find?
LB53 UYH passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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