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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LB11 WDFMOT history

LB11 WDF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Jul 2011. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 72,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
72,721 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 WDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 WDF was last recorded at 72,721 miles on 2 Oct 2025, 1,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2022: 71,350 miles, lower than 71,530 miles on 26 Jul 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
71,536 miles · 22 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,185 miles
Average per year
3,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,721 miles
  • 2024 – 71,536 miles
  • 2022 – 71,350 miles
  • 2020 – 70,536 miles
  • 2019 – 62,079 miles
  • 2017 – 57,225 miles
  • 2016 – 49,017 miles
  • 2015 – 41,966 miles
  • 2014 – 32,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,721 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryTPMS light on

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,721 miles (+1,185)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    72,721 miles
    Test number
    333496894843
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  2. Pass71,536 miles (+186)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    71,536 miles
    Test number
    412482631731
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass71,350 miles (-180)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,350 miles
    Test number
    132643148585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,530 miles (+994)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,530 miles
    Test number
    507030909188
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass70,536 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    70,536 miles
    Test number
    518494321719
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail70,536 miles (+8,457)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,536 miles
    Test number
    810686265332
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass62,079 miles (+4,854)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,079 miles
    Test number
    799439571769
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/16 (poor condition) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre 3mm 215/45/16
    • AdvisorySidewall damage n/s front tyre 215/45/16

  8. Pass57,225 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,225 miles
    Test number
    537254561073
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryDamage front screen consided not to affect drivers view
    • AdvisorySidewall damage and perishing both rear tyres 215/45/16
    • AdvisorySidewall damage both front tyres 215/45/16

  9. Fail57,225 miles (+8,208)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,225 miles
    Test number
    612180071350
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryDamage front screen consided not to affect drivers view
    • AdvisorySidewall damage and perishing both rear tyres 215/45/16
    • AdvisorySidewall damage both front tyres 215/45/16

  10. Pass49,017 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,017 miles
    Test number
    326141940219
    • Advisory215/45/16
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing/cracking

  11. Fail49,017 miles (+7,051)3 dangerous1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,017 miles
    Test number
    309014408227
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Advisory215/45/16
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryAdvise brake inspection
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing/cracking

  12. Pass41,966 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    41,966 miles
    Test number
    594010635960
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyres perishing 215/45/16

  13. Fail41,966 miles (+9,553)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,966 miles
    Test number
    468055640154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyres perishing 215/45/16

  14. Fail32,413 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,413 miles
    Test number
    516459394118
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  15. Pass32,413 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,413 miles
    Test number
    986219794106
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

Questions about LB11 WDF

Does LB11 WDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB11 WDF expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB11 WDF?
The MOT on LB11 WDF expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB11 WDF done?
LB11 WDF was recorded at 72,721 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2025, an average of 3,596 miles a year.
Has LB11 WDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 WDF has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB11 WDF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB11 WDF find?
LB11 WDF passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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