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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 HGZMOT history

LB51 HGZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
85,770 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HGZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 HGZ was last recorded at 85,770 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 1,053 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,717 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,053 miles
Average per year
2,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,770 miles
  • 2024 – 84,717 miles
  • 2023 – 83,535 miles
  • 2021 – 81,766 miles
  • 2020 – 80,330 miles
  • 2019 – 79,175 miles
  • 2018 – 77,542 miles
  • 2017 – 75,904 miles
  • 2016 – 74,288 miles
  • 2015 – 72,765 miles
  • 2014 – 71,337 miles
  • 2013 – 68,609 miles
  • 2012 – 65,509 miles
  • 2011 – 61,117 miles
  • 2010 – 57,469 miles
  • 2009 – 53,467 miles
  • 2008 – 52,095 miles
  • 2007 – 50,577 miles
  • 2006 – 45,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,770 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Both front lower suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,770 miles (+1,053)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,770 miles
    Test number
    364818129064
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    84,717 miles
    Test number
    894118276068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail84,717 miles (+1,182)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,717 miles
    Test number
    300594317620
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  4. Pass83,535 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    83,535 miles
    Test number
    126608044892
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Fail83,535 miles (+1,769)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,535 miles
    Test number
    635989374002
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass81,766 miles (+1,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    81,766 miles
    Test number
    428544100305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor beam pattern from both headlights
    • AdvisorySome under-body component corrosion

  7. Pass80,330 miles (+1,155)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,330 miles
    Test number
    695730659125
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights beam patterns fading
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake slight bind

  8. Pass79,175 miles (+1,633)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,175 miles
    Test number
    612437601053
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome under-body and component corrosion

  9. Pass77,542 miles (+1,638)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,542 miles
    Test number
    314120073245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,904 miles (+1,616)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,904 miles
    Test number
    525820955377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,288 miles (+1,523)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,288 miles
    Test number
    784573757522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,765 miles (+1,428)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,765 miles
    Test number
    545911766763
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight binding of both rear brakes

  13. Pass71,337 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,337 miles
    Test number
    845835344372
    • NoteNearside front brake pads worn to 2mm thick

  14. Fail71,337 miles (+2,728)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,337 miles
    Test number
    256113944353
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front brake pads worn to 2mm thick
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner shoulder and close to legal minimum

  15. Pass68,609 miles (+3,100)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,609 miles
    Test number
    829692103332
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded inner face
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded and worn inner face

  16. Pass65,509 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,509 miles
    Test number
    907985102344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear disc brakes worn and corroded slightly on inner face of disc
    • NoteFront wiperblades worn

  17. Fail65,509 miles (+4,392)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,509 miles
    Test number
    936375902343
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear disc brakes worn and corroded slightly on inner face of disc
    • NoteFront wiperblades worn

  18. Pass61,117 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,117 miles
    Test number
    366294901305
    • NoteFront and rear disc brakes slightly worn and corroded

  19. Fail61,117 miles (+3,648)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,117 miles
    Test number
    656384701374
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront and rear disc brakes slightly worn and corroded

  20. Pass57,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,469 miles
    Test number
    381398100342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,469 miles (+4,002)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,469 miles
    Test number
    323658400333
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass53,467 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,467 miles
    Test number
    874789389243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,095 miles (+1,518)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,095 miles
    Test number
    383001398254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,577 miles (+5,465)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,577 miles
    Test number
    904557097299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,112 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    45,112 miles
    Test number
    463623896203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,107 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,107 miles
    Test number
    993461896229
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about LB51 HGZ

Does LB51 HGZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 HGZ is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HGZ?
The MOT on LB51 HGZ is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 HGZ done?
LB51 HGZ was recorded at 85,770 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 2,139 miles a year.
Has LB51 HGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HGZ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 HGZ 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 HGZ find?
LB51 HGZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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