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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 VDVMOT history

LB53 VDV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 115,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
115,067 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 VDV was last recorded at 115,067 miles on 30 Apr 2024, 5,721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,346 miles · 21 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
5,721 miles
Average per year
5,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,067 miles
  • 2022 – 109,346 miles
  • 2021 – 105,473 miles
  • 2020 – 100,963 miles
  • 2019 – 96,137 miles
  • 2018 – 90,271 miles
  • 2017 – 85,695 miles
  • 2016 – 81,748 miles
  • 2015 – 72,450 miles
  • 2014 – 57,572 miles
  • 2013 – 47,609 miles
  • 2012 – 42,467 miles
  • 2011 – 37,775 miles
  • 2010 – 32,671 miles
  • 2009 – 28,074 miles
  • 2008 – 23,651 miles
  • 2007 – 18,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,067 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
  • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryEml on
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside rear bump stop fallen apart

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside rear bump stop perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,067 miles (+5,721)4 major3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,067 miles
    Test number
    317244973934
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  2. Pass109,346 miles (+3,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,346 miles
    Test number
    843363653780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass105,473 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,473 miles
    Test number
    464821552025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,466 miles (+4,503)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,466 miles
    Test number
    731678289205
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass100,963 miles (+4,826)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,963 miles
    Test number
    959485613488
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,137 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,137 miles
    Test number
    423037040818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,271 miles (+4,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,271 miles
    Test number
    154189434904
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass85,695 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,695 miles
    Test number
    280169710095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop fallen apart
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop perished

  9. Fail85,694 miles (+3,946)6 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,694 miles
    Test number
    217639622875
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop fallen apart
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop perished

  10. Pass81,748 miles (+9,298)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    81,748 miles
    Test number
    256938526268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,450 miles (+14,878)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,450 miles
    Test number
    297249065475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low inner edges
    • NoteOffside headlamp lense dull

  12. Pass57,572 miles (+9,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,572 miles
    Test number
    467294774196
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass47,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,609 miles
    Test number
    308755163158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,609 miles (+5,142)2 dangerous10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,609 miles
    Test number
    446615663106
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side door mirror glass missing

  15. Pass42,467 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,467 miles
    Test number
    597945762118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,450 miles (+4,675)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,450 miles
    Test number
    795634062116
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass37,775 miles (+5,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,775 miles
    Test number
    837284161107
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass32,671 miles (+4,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,671 miles
    Test number
    831229860177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass28,074 miles (+4,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,074 miles
    Test number
    342411769100
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass23,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,651 miles
    Test number
    154901368162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,651 miles (+5,318)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,651 miles
    Test number
    410931068123
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass18,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,333 miles
    Test number
    143089867103
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB53 VDV

Does LB53 VDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VDV expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VDV?
The MOT on LB53 VDV expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VDV done?
LB53 VDV was recorded at 115,067 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2024, an average of 5,735 miles a year.
Has LB53 VDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VDV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 VDV 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 VDV find?
LB53 VDV failed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2024 with 4 major defects, 3 defects repaired at the test, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 10 more.

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