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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,400 cc

LB57 BWNMOT history

LB57 BWN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2025
Mileage
109,110 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 BWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 BWN was last recorded at 109,110 miles on 12 Aug 2024, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,035 miles · 24 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
5,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,110 miles
  • 2023 – 107,519 miles
  • 2022 – 105,086 miles
  • 2021 – 101,377 miles
  • 2020 – 98,192 miles
  • 2019 – 95,604 miles
  • 2018 – 92,689 miles
  • 2017 – 81,963 miles
  • 2016 – 70,825 miles
  • 2015 – 63,583 miles
  • 2014 – 55,989 miles
  • 2013 – 49,164 miles
  • 2012 – 44,956 miles
  • 2011 – 37,649 miles
  • 2010 – 32,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,110 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,110 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,110 miles
    Test number
    343200563673
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail109,035 miles (+1,516)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,035 miles
    Test number
    151877180918
    • MajorNearside Rear Entrance/exit door defective in operation (9.1.1 (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (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. Pass107,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,519 miles
    Test number
    323646014658
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail107,519 miles (+2,433)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,519 miles
    Test number
    457793294642
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass105,086 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,086 miles
    Test number
    990866443243
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated deteriorated minor leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt minor leak (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated deteriorated splitting (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer tread edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/cracking sidewall plus between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail105,086 miles (+3,709)4 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,086 miles
    Test number
    982858906506
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated deteriorated minor leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt minor leak (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated deteriorated splitting (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer tread edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/cracking sidewall plus between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass101,377 miles (+3,185)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    101,377 miles
    Test number
    587514095059
    • AdvisoryAll tyres starting to crack and perish (2015 manufactured)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs badly corroded and scored but still efficient
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes starting to perish
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever is high but still has reserve travel
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from middle section joining sleeve

  8. Pass98,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    404266844239
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X2

  9. Fail98,185 miles (+2,581)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,185 miles
    Test number
    628899302319
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X2

  10. Pass95,604 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    95,604 miles
    Test number
    701308689545
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail95,604 miles (+2,915)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,604 miles
    Test number
    569845195642
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM GEARBOX DRIVE SHAFT SEALS

  12. Pass92,689 miles (+394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    92,689 miles
    Test number
    581054766857
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail92,295 miles (+10,332)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,295 miles
    Test number
    225572581777
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass81,963 miles (+140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,963 miles
    Test number
    709790966953
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front very worn on the inner edge very close to exposing cords but no cords exposed at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly

  15. Fail81,823 miles (+10,998)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,823 miles
    Test number
    615945260161
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front very worn on the inner edge very close to exposing cords but no cords exposed at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly

  16. Pass70,825 miles (+7,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,825 miles
    Test number
    719844328057
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  17. Pass63,583 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,583 miles
    Test number
    513942420682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,512 miles (+7,523)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,512 miles
    Test number
    291801915127
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass55,989 miles (+6,825)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,989 miles
    Test number
    275902324352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass49,164 miles (+4,208)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,164 miles
    Test number
    899050633331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass44,956 miles (+7,307)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,956 miles
    Test number
    179043932365
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Pass37,649 miles (+4,950)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    429188711377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,699 miles
    Test number
    321281630325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 BWN

Does LB57 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 BWN expired on 11 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 BWN?
The MOT on LB57 BWN expired on 11 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 BWN done?
LB57 BWN was recorded at 109,110 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2024, an average of 5,574 miles a year.
Has LB57 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 BWN has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB57 BWN 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 LB57 BWN find?
LB57 BWN passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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