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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,422 cc

LA51 KTUMOT history

LA51 KTU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 110,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

LA51 KTU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
110,780 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 KTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 KTU was last recorded at 110,780 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 3,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,464 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,316 miles
Average per year
4,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,780 miles
  • 2025 – 107,464 miles
  • 2024 – 105,324 miles
  • 2023 – 103,594 miles
  • 2022 – 101,968 miles
  • 2021 – 99,970 miles
  • 2020 – 98,436 miles
  • 2019 – 94,876 miles
  • 2018 – 89,760 miles
  • 2017 – 82,528 miles
  • 2016 – 73,409 miles
  • 2015 – 63,613 miles
  • 2014 – 53,293 miles
  • 2013 – 42,133 miles
  • 2012 – 33,747 miles
  • 2011 – 31,093 miles
  • 2010 – 28,480 miles
  • 2009 – 26,115 miles
  • 2008 – 23,570 miles
  • 2007 – 21,958 miles
  • 2006 – 14,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,780 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,780 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    110,780 miles
    Test number
    219335218589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,464 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,464 miles
    Test number
    542617121038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,324 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    105,324 miles
    Test number
    840737645349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,594 miles
    Test number
    536805744864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,594 miles (+1,626)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,594 miles
    Test number
    560208692013
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass101,968 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,968 miles
    Test number
    351224989593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,970 miles (+1,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,970 miles
    Test number
    418562899327
    • AdvisoryCentral brake light not woprking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Pass98,436 miles (+3,560)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,436 miles
    Test number
    131901008922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,876 miles (+5,116)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    94,876 miles
    Test number
    964076130057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,760 miles (+7,232)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,760 miles
    Test number
    709587061670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,528 miles (+9,119)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    82,528 miles
    Test number
    183181138787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,409 miles
    Test number
    946207690908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,378 miles (+9,765)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,378 miles
    Test number
    398824854205
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass63,613 miles (+10,320)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,613 miles
    Test number
    149895745497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,293 miles (+11,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,293 miles
    Test number
    445206044069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass42,133 miles (+8,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,133 miles
    Test number
    109050943083
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass33,747 miles (+2,654)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,747 miles
    Test number
    425932532041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,093 miles
    Test number
    429689931056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail31,093 miles (+2,613)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,093 miles
    Test number
    839499931069
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass28,480 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,480 miles
    Test number
    182840850028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,407 miles (+2,292)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,407 miles
    Test number
    983003540071
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  22. Pass26,115 miles (+2,545)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,115 miles
    Test number
    220492649055
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn and pitted
  23. Pass23,570 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    23,570 miles
    Test number
    990072328011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,958 miles (+7,129)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,958 miles
    Test number
    141861237005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    14,829 miles
    Test number
    770697836036
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA51 KTU

Does LA51 KTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 KTU is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 KTU?
The MOT on LA51 KTU is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 KTU done?
LA51 KTU was recorded at 110,780 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 4,808 miles a year.
Has LA51 KTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 KTU has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LA51 KTU 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 LA51 KTU find?
LA51 KTU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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