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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,400 cc

LB07 YLGMOT history

LB07 YLG is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 264,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
264,363 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 YLG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 YLG was last recorded at 264,363 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
264,362 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 264,363 miles
  • 2024 – 262,958 miles
  • 2023 – 260,179 miles
  • 2022 – 257,242 miles
  • 2021 – 255,982 miles
  • 2019 – 252,761 miles
  • 2018 – 247,516 miles
  • 2017 – 241,989 miles
  • 2016 – 236,510 miles
  • 2015 – 219,496 miles
  • 2014 – 199,025 miles
  • 2013 – 171,357 miles
  • 2012 – 146,837 miles
  • 2011 – 120,414 miles
  • 2010 – 91,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,363 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,363 miles (+1)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    264,363 miles
    Test number
    334477037987
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail264,362 miles (+1,404)1 dangerous7 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,362 miles
    Test number
    404782313118
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat with a defective structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitting (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass262,958 miles (+2,779)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    262,958 miles
    Test number
    987242920241
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))

  4. Pass260,179 miles (+2,937)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    260,179 miles
    Test number
    744486807987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass257,242 miles (+1,260)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    257,242 miles
    Test number
    840044137991
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass255,982 miles (+3,221)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    255,982 miles
    Test number
    800230455014
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass252,761 miles (+5,245)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    252,761 miles
    Test number
    465951476973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass247,516 miles (+5,527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    247,516 miles
    Test number
    198909624233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished side walls

  9. Pass241,989 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    241,989 miles
    Test number
    947643549290
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres perished and damaged side walls

  10. Fail241,989 miles (+114)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,989 miles
    Test number
    967035624422
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres perished and damaged side walls

  11. Fail241,875 miles (+5,365)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,875 miles
    Test number
    279349895011
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) and offside (2.2.A.1b)

  12. Pass236,510 miles (+17,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    236,510 miles
    Test number
    441936620373
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass219,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    219,496 miles
    Test number
    637370285100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail219,496 miles (+20,471)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,496 miles
    Test number
    859730585141
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass199,025 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    199,025 miles
    Test number
    246724874141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail198,813 miles (+27,456)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,813 miles
    Test number
    325940974115
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass171,357 miles (+24,520)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    171,357 miles
    Test number
    238820093472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass146,837 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    146,837 miles
    Test number
    367445482102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail146,836 miles (+26,422)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,836 miles
    Test number
    349144082179
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAlot of handbrake travel

  20. Pass120,414 miles (+29,024)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    120,414 miles
    Test number
    945832081167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,390 miles
    Test number
    643956970186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail91,390 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,390 miles
    Test number
    704662970135
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB07 YLG

Does LB07 YLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 YLG expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 YLG?
The MOT on LB07 YLG expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 YLG done?
LB07 YLG was recorded at 264,363 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 11,654 miles a year.
Has LB07 YLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 YLG has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB07 YLG 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 LB07 YLG find?
LB07 YLG passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside registration plate lamp insecure; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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