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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2018 · 999 cc

LB13 PENMOT history

LB13 PEN is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 74,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
74,469 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB13 PEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB13 PEN was last recorded at 74,469 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 9,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,139 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,330 miles
Average per year
9,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,469 miles
  • 2025 – 65,139 miles
  • 2024 – 54,436 miles
  • 2023 – 43,055 miles
  • 2022 – 29,092 miles
  • 2021 – 24,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,469 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Nail in tyre edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 24 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,469 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    74,469 miles
    Test number
    423736487884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Nail in tyre edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail74,469 miles (+9,330)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,469 miles
    Test number
    971300108513
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass65,139 miles (+231)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    65,139 miles
    Test number
    472651080887
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail64,908 miles (+10,472)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,908 miles
    Test number
    970311243316
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass54,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    54,436 miles
    Test number
    796773568149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail54,436 miles (+11,381)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,436 miles
    Test number
    361478797075
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass43,055 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    43,055 miles
    Test number
    900700934141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail43,055 miles (+13,963)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,055 miles
    Test number
    528111645951
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass29,092 miles (+4,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    29,092 miles
    Test number
    942606842960
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass24,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    24,146 miles
    Test number
    392639648886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB13 PEN

Does LB13 PEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB13 PEN is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB13 PEN?
The MOT on LB13 PEN is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB13 PEN done?
LB13 PEN was recorded at 74,469 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 9,946 miles a year.
Has LB13 PEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB13 PEN has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB13 PEN 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 PEN find?
LB13 PEN passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front outer nail in tyre edge; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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