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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LB11 PLFMOT history

LB11 PLF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
70,458 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 PLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 PLF was last recorded at 70,458 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 1,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,653 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,805 miles
Average per year
3,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,458 miles
  • 2024 – 68,653 miles
  • 2023 – 66,646 miles
  • 2022 – 64,978 miles
  • 2021 – 61,205 miles
  • 2020 – 57,129 miles
  • 2019 – 51,919 miles
  • 2018 – 47,503 miles
  • 2017 – 43,971 miles
  • 2016 – 39,070 miles
  • 2015 – 34,370 miles
  • 2014 – 29,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,458 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,458 miles (+1,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    70,458 miles
    Test number
    701513225466
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Pass68,653 miles (+90)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,653 miles
    Test number
    305414874857
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Fail68,563 miles (+1,917)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,563 miles
    Test number
    696272250856
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass66,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,646 miles
    Test number
    742452105774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail66,646 miles (+1,668)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,646 miles
    Test number
    134326056723
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass64,978 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,978 miles
    Test number
    499830783711
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail64,978 miles (+3,773)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,978 miles
    Test number
    509888122894
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,205 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,205 miles
    Test number
    712925293129
    • AdvisoryEngine and floor pan covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail61,205 miles (+4,076)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,205 miles
    Test number
    153225458445
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine and floor pan covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,129 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,129 miles
    Test number
    304853322659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail57,121 miles (+5,202)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,121 miles
    Test number
    231246149341
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass51,919 miles (+4,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,919 miles
    Test number
    221966136622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Going out of shape on inner edge and starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass47,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,503 miles
    Test number
    294348676193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,503 miles (+3,532)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,503 miles
    Test number
    300642967452
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass43,971 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,971 miles
    Test number
    174265065048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,968 miles (+4,898)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,968 miles
    Test number
    300608507696
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass39,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,070 miles
    Test number
    562437689341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,070 miles (+4,700)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,070 miles
    Test number
    344526268561
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass34,370 miles (+4,781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,370 miles
    Test number
    796958825128
    • NoteN/s/f fog not working

  20. Pass29,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    29,589 miles
    Test number
    715892044147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 PLF

Does LB11 PLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 PLF is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB11 PLF?
The MOT on LB11 PLF is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 PLF done?
LB11 PLF was recorded at 70,458 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 3,586 miles a year.
Has LB11 PLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 PLF has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB11 PLF 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 LB11 PLF find?
LB11 PLF passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak.

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