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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

LB13 VNUMOT history

LB13 VNU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 65,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
65,201 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB13 VNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
21 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB13 VNU was last recorded at 65,201 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,199 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,201 miles
  • 2025 – 57,858 miles
  • 2024 – 56,228 miles
  • 2023 – 54,722 miles
  • 2022 – 53,230 miles
  • 2021 – 48,013 miles
  • 2020 – 43,172 miles
  • 2019 – 33,193 miles
  • 2018 – 24,512 miles
  • 2017 – 21,921 miles
  • 2016 – 18,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,201 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / close (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 25 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,201 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    65,201 miles
    Test number
    455853482660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / close (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail65,199 miles (+7,341)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,199 miles
    Test number
    363270718991
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / close (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass57,858 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    57,858 miles
    Test number
    357062224276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,228 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    56,228 miles
    Test number
    350947781048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,722 miles (+1,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    944737733740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass53,230 miles (+5,217)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,230 miles
    Test number
    932005142350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre also cracking/perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass48,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    48,013 miles
    Test number
    500169944743
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail48,011 miles (+4,839)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    305702612448
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass43,172 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    43,172 miles
    Test number
    802495069203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail43,172 miles (+9,979)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,172 miles
    Test number
    377788201614
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass33,193 miles (+8,681)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    33,193 miles
    Test number
    853184232969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,512 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    24,512 miles
    Test number
    816242396438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,921 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    21,921 miles
    Test number
    612263243364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    18,473 miles
    Test number
    938035390158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB13 VNU

Does LB13 VNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB13 VNU is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB13 VNU?
The MOT on LB13 VNU is valid until 30 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 VNU done?
LB13 VNU was recorded at 65,201 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 4,668 miles a year.
Has LB13 VNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB13 VNU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB13 VNU 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 VNU find?
LB13 VNU passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / close.

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