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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

LB51 SWVMOT history

LB51 SWV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 120,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2023
Mileage
120,838 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 SWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 SWV was last recorded at 120,838 miles on 15 Nov 2023, 7,435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,403 miles · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,435 miles
Average per year
5,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,838 miles
  • 2022 – 113,403 miles
  • 2021 – 113,393 miles
  • 2020 – 112,272 miles
  • 2019 – 106,753 miles
  • 2018 – 101,230 miles
  • 2017 – 95,234 miles
  • 2015 – 86,799 miles
  • 2014 – 75,489 miles
  • 2013 – 62,998 miles
  • 2012 – 55,570 miles
  • 2011 – 49,700 miles
  • 2010 – 45,999 miles
  • 2009 – 42,426 miles
  • 2008 – 36,518 miles
  • 2007 – 33,432 miles
  • 2006 – 30,112 miles
  • 2005 – 26,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,838 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEPC Warning light on Dash
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges -- 155/70 13

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,838 miles (+7,435)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,838 miles
    Test number
    245404324781
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEPC Warning light on Dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass113,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,403 miles
    Test number
    682512868907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges -- 155/70 13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail113,403 miles (+10)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,403 miles
    Test number
    705137086263
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. lock intermittently inoperative (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low no adjustment available at headlight (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges -- 155/70 13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,393 miles (+1,121)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,393 miles
    Test number
    177257448977
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust holed before rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass112,272 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,272 miles
    Test number
    356702357660
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail112,270 miles (+7)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,270 miles
    Test number
    337204985438
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail112,263 miles (+5,510)1 dangerous7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,263 miles
    Test number
    872453654819
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated and perished (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre low pressure
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corrroded

  8. Pass106,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    480066056001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edge and distorted (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail106,752 miles (+5,522)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,752 miles
    Test number
    259195185298
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edge and distorted (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,230 miles (+5,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,230 miles
    Test number
    616168900962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass95,234 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    95,234 miles
    Test number
    291891608398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,230 miles (+8,431)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,230 miles
    Test number
    728426057928
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (7.1.2)

  13. Pass86,799 miles (+11,310)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,799 miles
    Test number
    966409525246
    • NoteExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated and blowing slightly
    • NoteHeadlamps deteriorated giving a poor beam pattern

  14. Pass75,489 miles (+12,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,489 miles
    Test number
    137683324252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass62,998 miles (+7,428)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,998 miles
    Test number
    665822523236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,570 miles
    Test number
    307897132226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,570 miles (+5,870)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,570 miles
    Test number
    508646832246
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass49,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,700 miles
    Test number
    158726991154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,700 miles (+3,056)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,700 miles
    Test number
    567646091176
    • 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)

  20. Pass46,644 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,644 miles
    Test number
    548118841086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,999 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,999 miles
    Test number
    462406460134
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass45,999 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,999 miles
    Test number
    693156160144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,426 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,426 miles
    Test number
    503619349130
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass42,426 miles (+5,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,426 miles
    Test number
    863279249103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass36,518 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,518 miles
    Test number
    170506178131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,432 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    33,432 miles
    Test number
    463094647344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail33,432 miles (+3,320)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,432 miles
    Test number
    931444047349
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Fail30,112 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,112 miles
    Test number
    433744856484
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass30,112 miles (+3,355)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,112 miles
    Test number
    800674456332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,757 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    26,757 miles
    Test number
    581905855389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about LB51 SWV

Does LB51 SWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 SWV expired on 15 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SWV?
The MOT on LB51 SWV expired on 15 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 SWV done?
LB51 SWV was recorded at 120,838 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2023, an average of 5,256 miles a year.
Has LB51 SWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SWV has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 SWV 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 SWV find?
LB51 SWV failed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2023 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 7 more.

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