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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 YBGMOT history

LB53 YBG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,987 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 YBG
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
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 YBG was last recorded at 129,987 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 1,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,299 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,688 miles
Average per year
5,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,987 miles
  • 2025 – 128,299 miles
  • 2024 – 126,369 miles
  • 2023 – 124,109 miles
  • 2022 – 123,059 miles
  • 2021 – 122,630 miles
  • 2020 – 122,210 miles
  • 2019 – 121,308 miles
  • 2017 – 116,316 miles
  • 2016 – 115,618 miles
  • 2015 – 111,281 miles
  • 2014 – 109,705 miles
  • 2013 – 107,322 miles
  • 2012 – 105,478 miles
  • 2011 – 95,262 miles
  • 2010 – 78,858 miles
  • 2008 – 48,923 miles
  • 2007 – 25,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,987 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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,987 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,987 miles
    Test number
    821968778541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,299 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,299 miles
    Test number
    396321299598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,369 miles (+2,260)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,369 miles
    Test number
    990931358797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,109 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,109 miles
    Test number
    110016697151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,059 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,059 miles
    Test number
    586225962476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,055 miles (+425)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,055 miles
    Test number
    394857023647
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass122,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,630 miles
    Test number
    972118582591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,630 miles (+420)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,630 miles
    Test number
    993729253760
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default 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))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  9. Pass122,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,210 miles
    Test number
    917856634805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail122,207 miles (+899)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,207 miles
    Test number
    899856173871
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass121,308 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,308 miles
    Test number
    895786652932
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail121,279 miles (+4,963)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,279 miles
    Test number
    990823463529
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass116,316 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    116,316 miles
    Test number
    184407513445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass115,618 miles (+4,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    115,618 miles
    Test number
    823615588653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass111,281 miles (+1,576)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,281 miles
    Test number
    475154205511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,705 miles (+2,383)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    109,705 miles
    Test number
    625601254313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass107,322 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    107,322 miles
    Test number
    476511153494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass105,478 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,478 miles
    Test number
    685372052374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,262 miles (+16,404)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    95,262 miles
    Test number
    519466451320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,858 miles (+14,841)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    78,858 miles
    Test number
    472717250371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,017 miles (+15,094)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,017 miles
    Test number
    730143610089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,923 miles (+12,993)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,923 miles
    Test number
    531863358310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,930 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    35,930 miles
    Test number
    451162108077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    25,714 miles
    Test number
    502757117050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 YBG

Does LB53 YBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 YBG is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 YBG?
The MOT on LB53 YBG is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 YBG done?
LB53 YBG was recorded at 129,987 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 5,453 miles a year.
Has LB53 YBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 YBG has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 YBG 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 YBG find?
LB53 YBG passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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