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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 TBXMOT history

LB51 TBX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 188,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2024
Mileage
188,635 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 TBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 TBX was last recorded at 188,635 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 3,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,837 miles · 16 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,798 miles
Average per year
7,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 188,635 miles
  • 2022 – 184,837 miles
  • 2021 – 183,694 miles
  • 2019 – 180,524 miles
  • 2018 – 179,212 miles
  • 2017 – 179,045 miles
  • 2016 – 178,770 miles
  • 2015 – 176,606 miles
  • 2014 – 165,094 miles
  • 2013 – 149,010 miles
  • 2012 – 142,589 miles
  • 2011 – 131,027 miles
  • 2010 – 121,731 miles
  • 2009 – 110,368 miles
  • 2008 – 88,245 miles
  • 2007 – 74,339 miles
  • 2006 – 58,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,635 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  • AdvisoryN/s/f brake bind

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,635 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    188,635 miles
    Test number
    301307487867
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake bind

  2. Fail188,635 miles (+3,798)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,635 miles
    Test number
    690127673038
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake bind

  3. Pass184,837 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,837 miles
    Test number
    642434948295
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail184,837 miles (+1,143)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,837 miles
    Test number
    847960568302
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass183,694 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    183,694 miles
    Test number
    246955412824
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail183,689 miles (+3,165)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,689 miles
    Test number
    750848900942
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass180,524 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,524 miles
    Test number
    234045409115
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail180,524 miles (+1,312)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,524 miles
    Test number
    680181364924
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass179,212 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    179,212 miles
    Test number
    509074033199
    • 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))

  10. Fail179,212 miles (+167)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,212 miles
    Test number
    840073977081
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass179,045 miles (+275)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    179,045 miles
    Test number
    680681074028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass178,770 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    178,770 miles
    Test number
    319983421866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail178,770 miles (+2,164)14 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,770 miles
    Test number
    593243916071
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass176,606 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    176,606 miles
    Test number
    845466095117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSteering / suspension has slight play

  15. Fail176,606 miles (+11,512)1 dangerous7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,606 miles
    Test number
    426105695190
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront wiper blades worn

  16. Pass165,094 miles (+16,084)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    165,094 miles
    Test number
    757425334088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass149,010 miles (+6,421)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    149,010 miles
    Test number
    829277233054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass142,589 miles (+19)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    142,589 miles
    Test number
    158993422070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront exhaust section corroded by mounting

  19. Fail142,570 miles (+11,543)5 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,570 miles
    Test number
    577584012043
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront exhaust section corroded by mounting

  20. Pass131,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    131,027 miles
    Test number
    207574521003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail131,027 miles (+9,296)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,027 miles
    Test number
    316224721013
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass121,731 miles (+11,363)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    121,731 miles
    Test number
    600445920093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass110,368 miles (+22,123)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    110,368 miles
    Test number
    564912529034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,245 miles (+13,906)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    88,245 miles
    Test number
    111115928401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    173018217475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,339 miles (+16,318)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    732128417025
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass58,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,021 miles
    Test number
    180624606001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 TBX

Does LB51 TBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 TBX expired on 23 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 TBX?
The MOT on LB51 TBX expired on 23 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 TBX done?
LB51 TBX was recorded at 188,635 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 7,664 miles a year.
Has LB51 TBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 TBX has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 TBX 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 TBX find?
LB51 TBX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both, and 2 more.

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