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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 YAVMOT history

LB53 YAV is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 100,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2023
Mileage
100,710 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 YAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 YAV was last recorded at 100,710 miles on 21 Mar 2022, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,604 miles · 14 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
5,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,710 miles
  • 2021 – 98,313 miles
  • 2019 – 95,738 miles
  • 2018 – 92,764 miles
  • 2017 – 90,911 miles
  • 2016 – 85,122 miles
  • 2015 – 80,590 miles
  • 2014 – 75,784 miles
  • 2013 – 71,138 miles
  • 2012 – 63,821 miles
  • 2010 – 56,205 miles
  • 2009 – 44,140 miles
  • 2008 – 27,886 miles
  • 2007 – 14,411 miles
  • 2006 – 13,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,710 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,710 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    100,710 miles
    Test number
    965260246965
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,604 miles (+2,291)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,604 miles
    Test number
    503552271615
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,313 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,313 miles
    Test number
    641638756985
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail98,313 miles (+2,575)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,313 miles
    Test number
    711699098741
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,738 miles (+2,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,738 miles
    Test number
    359442971501
    • AdvisoryFront Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,764 miles (+1,853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,764 miles
    Test number
    463637153093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass90,911 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,911 miles
    Test number
    941786985742
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail90,881 miles (+5,759)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,881 miles
    Test number
    199302920465
    • 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)

  9. Pass85,122 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    637959946495
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs & pads worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryR/o/s tyre worn & perished

  10. Fail85,122 miles (+4,532)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    294258784919
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs & pads worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryR/o/s tyre worn & perished

  11. Fail80,590 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,590 miles
    Test number
    128183935219
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass80,590 miles (+4,806)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    80,590 miles
    Test number
    846113135299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass75,784 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,784 miles
    Test number
    719364934262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Fail75,769 miles (+4,631)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,769 miles
    Test number
    959794434299
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass71,138 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    117869033248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,710 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    528499523191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge bald

  17. Fail69,706 miles (+5,885)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,706 miles
    Test number
    389367123187
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge bald

  18. Pass63,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,821 miles
    Test number
    306793122108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,821 miles (+106)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,821 miles
    Test number
    907567512110
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteAdvise wheel alignment
    • NoteCar has a misfire
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn heavy on inner edge

  20. Pass63,715 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,715 miles
    Test number
    189255702131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,205 miles (+68)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,205 miles
    Test number
    893370640374
    • NoteGearbox slight leakage

  22. Fail56,137 miles (+11,997)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,137 miles
    Test number
    531163630321
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteGearbox slight leakage

  23. Pass44,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,140 miles
    Test number
    913494739393
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail44,140 miles (+16,254)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,140 miles
    Test number
    481464539307
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass27,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,886 miles
    Test number
    761026138347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,886 miles (+13,475)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,886 miles
    Test number
    203163438327
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass14,411 miles (+797)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    14,411 miles
    Test number
    581070737394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteSurface corrosion to front brake discs

  28. Pass13,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    13,614 miles
    Test number
    340256266462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 YAV

Does LB53 YAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 YAV expired on 28 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 YAV?
The MOT on LB53 YAV expired on 28 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 YAV done?
LB53 YAV was recorded at 100,710 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2022, an average of 5,622 miles a year.
Has LB53 YAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 YAV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 YAV 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 YAV find?
LB53 YAV passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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