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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 WGPMOT history

LB53 WGP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 29,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
29,600 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 WGP
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
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 WGP was last recorded at 29,600 miles on 12 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2022: 28,879 miles, lower than 51,482 miles on 22 Mar 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
29,600 miles · 9 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,600 miles
  • 2025 – 29,486 miles
  • 2024 – 29,299 miles
  • 2023 – 29,102 miles
  • 2022 – 28,879 miles
  • 2021 – 28,706 miles
  • 2020 – 28,581 miles
  • 2019 – 28,256 miles
  • 2018 – 28,075 miles
  • 2017 – 27,884 miles
  • 2016 – 27,633 miles
  • 2015 – 27,392 miles
  • 2014 – 26,894 miles
  • 2013 – 26,517 miles
  • 2012 – 25,691 miles
  • 2011 – 24,920 miles
  • 2010 – 23,884 miles
  • 2009 – 15,316 miles
  • 2008 – 8,052 miles
  • 2007 – 6,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,600 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Inner Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam unit

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,600 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    29,600 miles
    Test number
    709484099033
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail29,600 miles (+114)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,600 miles
    Test number
    723569784616
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass29,486 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    29,486 miles
    Test number
    228099222275
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail29,486 miles (+187)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,486 miles
    Test number
    577404905146
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front blades worn osf split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass29,299 miles (+197)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    29,299 miles
    Test number
    897230553576
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass29,102 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    29,102 miles
    Test number
    327532844682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass28,879 miles (-22,603)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    28,879 miles
    Test number
    218314106479
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam unit (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail51,482 miles (+22,776)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,482 miles
    Test number
    142353563505
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both front wipers (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam unit (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass28,706 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    28,706 miles
    Test number
    752412100945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,581 miles (+325)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    28,581 miles
    Test number
    469189582262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass28,256 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    28,256 miles
    Test number
    545688601757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass28,075 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,075 miles
    Test number
    676474653255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,884 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    27,884 miles
    Test number
    934132869409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,633 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    27,633 miles
    Test number
    319107296079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,392 miles (+498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    27,392 miles
    Test number
    267040545003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass26,894 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    26,894 miles
    Test number
    176318644431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,517 miles (+826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    26,517 miles
    Test number
    596256153053
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass25,691 miles (+771)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    25,691 miles
    Test number
    809534052026
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAnti roll bar collars cracked

  19. Pass24,920 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    24,920 miles
    Test number
    109995351053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,884 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,884 miles
    Test number
    222868340078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Fail23,884 miles (+8,568)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,884 miles
    Test number
    953888940088
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass15,316 miles (+7,264)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,316 miles
    Test number
    220961449001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    8,052 miles
    Test number
    121242448495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail8,052 miles (+1,216)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,052 miles
    Test number
    622342248012
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass6,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    6,836 miles
    Test number
    850453547030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 WGP

Does LB53 WGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 WGP is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 WGP?
The MOT on LB53 WGP is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 WGP done?
LB53 WGP was recorded at 29,600 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 1,183 miles a year.
Has LB53 WGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 WGP has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 WGP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Mar 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 WGP find?
LB53 WGP passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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