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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,400 cc

LB07 ZJEMOT history

LB07 ZJE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 150,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
150,499 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 ZJE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 ZJE was last recorded at 150,499 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,478 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,499 miles
  • 2025 – 147,706 miles
  • 2024 – 145,514 miles
  • 2023 – 137,279 miles
  • 2022 – 128,717 miles
  • 2021 – 120,804 miles
  • 2020 – 114,643 miles
  • 2019 – 105,316 miles
  • 2018 – 96,923 miles
  • 2017 – 88,325 miles
  • 2016 – 86,779 miles
  • 2015 – 74,805 miles
  • 2014 – 62,520 miles
  • 2013 – 50,976 miles
  • 2012 – 46,834 miles
  • 2011 – 42,457 miles
  • 2010 – 40,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,499 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules at the rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing heavy on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside windscreen washer pipe leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,499 miles (+21)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    150,499 miles
    Test number
    266861392175
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules at the rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail150,478 miles (+2,772)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,478 miles
    Test number
    905173258547
    • MajorNearside 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 Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (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 Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules at the rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass147,706 miles4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,706 miles
    Test number
    684635493325
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing heavy on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen washer pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires adjustment / repair

  4. Fail147,706 miles (+2,192)4 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,706 miles
    Test number
    509848464884
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing heavy on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen washer pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires adjustment / repair

  5. Pass145,514 miles5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    145,514 miles
    Test number
    466567781660
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail145,513 miles (+8,234)1 major5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,513 miles
    Test number
    110724494620
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  7. Pass137,279 miles (+8,562)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    137,279 miles
    Test number
    498183838457
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose

  8. Pass128,717 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    128,717 miles
    Test number
    450067200776
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel

  9. Fail128,717 miles (+7,913)1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,717 miles
    Test number
    791312095193
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel

  10. Pass120,804 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    120,804 miles
    Test number
    224360438921
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail120,804 miles (+6,161)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,804 miles
    Test number
    509629283462
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass114,643 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,643 miles
    Test number
    676784481786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,802 miles (+7,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    112,802 miles
    Test number
    907442301406
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer is corroded/deteriorated

  14. Pass105,316 miles (+8,393)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    105,316 miles
    Test number
    727985334497
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulders beginning to wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryScreen chipped/cracked in zone a
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  15. Pass96,923 miles (+8,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    96,923 miles
    Test number
    581476295555
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to inspect certain items

  16. Pass88,325 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,325 miles
    Test number
    800655167431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,779 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,779 miles
    Test number
    113534977284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,774 miles (+11,969)4 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,774 miles
    Test number
    713165499883
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  19. Pass74,805 miles (+12,285)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,805 miles
    Test number
    243724676616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,520 miles (+7,263)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    62,520 miles
    Test number
    298917954305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,257 miles (+4,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,257 miles
    Test number
    385107804059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass50,976 miles (+4,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    50,976 miles
    Test number
    127829203008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,834 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,834 miles
    Test number
    795025802055
    • NoteTyres changed front to rear

  24. Fail46,834 miles (+4,377)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,834 miles
    Test number
    898084102011
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing uneven on outer edges

  25. Pass42,457 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    919782411086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,793 miles
    Test number
    294372780442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  27. Fail40,780 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,780 miles
    Test number
    280742280106
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about LB07 ZJE

Does LB07 ZJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 ZJE is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 ZJE?
The MOT on LB07 ZJE is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 ZJE done?
LB07 ZJE was recorded at 150,499 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 6,758 miles a year.
Has LB07 ZJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 ZJE has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB07 ZJE 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 ZJE find?
LB07 ZJE passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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