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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

LB13 EVMMOT history

LB13 EVM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,124 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB13 EVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
9 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB13 EVM was last recorded at 80,124 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 3,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,033 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,091 miles
Average per year
4,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,124 miles
  • 2025 – 77,033 miles
  • 2024 – 75,775 miles
  • 2023 – 71,936 miles
  • 2022 – 66,269 miles
  • 2021 – 60,699 miles
  • 2020 – 55,595 miles
  • 2019 – 51,873 miles
  • 2018 – 47,578 miles
  • 2017 – 40,146 miles
  • 2016 – 31,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,124 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,124 miles (+3,091)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,124 miles
    Test number
    291550995645
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass77,033 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,033 miles
    Test number
    471265794179
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail77,030 miles (+1,255)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,030 miles
    Test number
    786655488144
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,775 miles (+3,839)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,775 miles
    Test number
    519936830282
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  5. Pass71,936 miles (+5,667)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,936 miles
    Test number
    741004453268
    • 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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass66,269 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,269 miles
    Test number
    848807502725
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn upon edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn upon edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail66,269 miles (+5,570)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,269 miles
    Test number
    427327492996
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn upon edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn upon edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass60,699 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,699 miles
    Test number
    925711581166
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail60,695 miles (+5,100)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,695 miles
    Test number
    247884263417
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,595 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,595 miles
    Test number
    850701521379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,873 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,873 miles
    Test number
    305793317042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,578 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,578 miles
    Test number
    805665335348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,570 miles (+7,424)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,570 miles
    Test number
    261981215049
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light illuminated on dash

  14. Pass40,146 miles (+8,749)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,146 miles
    Test number
    471658216057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    31,397 miles
    Test number
    119414556376
    • 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)

Questions about LB13 EVM

Does LB13 EVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB13 EVM is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB13 EVM?
The MOT on LB13 EVM is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB13 EVM done?
LB13 EVM was recorded at 80,124 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 4,856 miles a year.
Has LB13 EVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB13 EVM has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB13 EVM 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 LB13 EVM find?
LB13 EVM passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all coil springs corroded; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 2 more.

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