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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

LB13 LUYMOT history

LB13 LUY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 77,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
77,426 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB13 LUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB13 LUY was last recorded at 77,426 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 4,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,280 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,146 miles
Average per year
4,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,426 miles
  • 2025 – 73,280 miles
  • 2024 – 70,695 miles
  • 2023 – 68,524 miles
  • 2022 – 65,542 miles
  • 2021 – 60,386 miles
  • 2020 – 53,792 miles
  • 2019 – 47,363 miles
  • 2018 – 41,764 miles
  • 2017 – 34,564 miles
  • 2016 – 28,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,426 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,426 miles (+4,146)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    77,426 miles
    Test number
    727142930287
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass73,280 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,280 miles
    Test number
    269965440425
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Fail73,280 miles (+2,585)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,280 miles
    Test number
    904573193829
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat with a defective structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass70,695 miles (+2,171)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    70,695 miles
    Test number
    165013228121
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust joint worn
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass68,524 miles (+2,982)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,524 miles
    Test number
    515811382800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass65,542 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,542 miles
    Test number
    192685348109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,386 miles (+6,594)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,386 miles
    Test number
    529900433117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,792 miles
    Test number
    250294388315
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn close to 2mm tread depth indicators,esp nearside rear.
  9. Fail53,792 miles (+6,429)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,792 miles
    Test number
    634191713915
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn close to 2mm tread depth indicators,esp nearside rear.
  10. Pass47,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    309627588213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,363 miles (+5,599)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    921666814702
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass41,764 miles (+7,200)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,764 miles
    Test number
    547274648685
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  13. Pass34,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,564 miles
    Test number
    557567274725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail34,564 miles (+6,208)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,564 miles
    Test number
    426223876149
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass28,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    28,356 miles
    Test number
    508815514346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB13 LUY

Does LB13 LUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB13 LUY is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB13 LUY?
The MOT on LB13 LUY is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB13 LUY done?
LB13 LUY was recorded at 77,426 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 4,890 miles a year.
Has LB13 LUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB13 LUY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB13 LUY 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 LUY find?
LB13 LUY passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working.

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