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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

LB51 DFLMOT history

LB51 DFL is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 49,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
49,909 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 DFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 DFL was last recorded at 49,909 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,909 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,909 miles
  • 2025 – 40,584 miles
  • 2024 – 32,676 miles
  • 2023 – 23,655 miles
  • 2022 – 22,909 miles
  • 2021 – 19,848 miles
  • 2020 – 10,821 miles
  • 2018 – 10,809 miles
  • 2017 – 10,801 miles
  • 2016 – 10,788 miles
  • 2015 – 10,758 miles
  • 2014 – 10,721 miles
  • 2013 – 10,426 miles
  • 2012 – 9,876 miles
  • 2011 – 9,260 miles
  • 2010 – 8,584 miles
  • 2009 – 7,724 miles
  • 2008 – 6,614 miles
  • 2007 – 6,586 miles
  • 2006 – 5,527 miles
  • 2005 – 4,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,909 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside - bald inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Outer bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,909 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    49,909 miles
    Test number
    559857736788
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside - bald inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Outer bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail49,909 miles (+9,325)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,909 miles
    Test number
    399109496367
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner faces - nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside - bald inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Outer bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass40,584 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    40,584 miles
    Test number
    168582165817
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail40,584 miles (+7,908)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,584 miles
    Test number
    992090532465
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass32,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    32,676 miles
    Test number
    805931416513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail32,676 miles (+9,021)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,676 miles
    Test number
    233703322564
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Rear Silencer Detached (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer Snapped Off At Joint (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass23,655 miles (+746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    23,655 miles
    Test number
    724595563226
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass22,909 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    22,909 miles
    Test number
    951767272884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,848 miles (+9,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    19,848 miles
    Test number
    600368046894
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box To Centre Pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass10,821 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    10,821 miles
    Test number
    170327678719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass10,809 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    10,809 miles
    Test number
    531459785164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass10,801 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    10,801 miles
    Test number
    684730972396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,788 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    10,788 miles
    Test number
    128375335515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,758 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    10,758 miles
    Test number
    272915956446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,721 miles (+295)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    10,721 miles
    Test number
    278685694269
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass10,426 miles (+550)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    10,426 miles
    Test number
    705387193249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,876 miles (+616)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    9,876 miles
    Test number
    955158592298
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass9,260 miles (+676)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    9,260 miles
    Test number
    437269891203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,584 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    8,584 miles
    Test number
    814213890200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass7,724 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    7,724 miles
    Test number
    382214099279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,614 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    6,614 miles
    Test number
    832602708354
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass6,586 miles (+1,059)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    6,586 miles
    Test number
    600437297295
    • NoteClonking heard from steering column area on lock to lock check

  23. Pass5,527 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    5,527 miles
    Test number
    602318396275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    4,636 miles
    Test number
    781337195233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 DFL

Does LB51 DFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 DFL is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 DFL?
The MOT on LB51 DFL is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 DFL done?
LB51 DFL was recorded at 49,909 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 2,191 miles a year.
Has LB51 DFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 DFL has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 DFL 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 LB51 DFL find?
LB51 DFL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear silencer joint; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside - bald inner shoulders, and 3 more.

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