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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,600 cc

LB57 MRVMOT history

LB57 MRV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 57,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
57,267 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 MRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 MRV was last recorded at 57,267 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 2,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,150 miles · 9 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,117 miles
Average per year
2,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,267 miles
  • 2021 – 55,150 miles
  • 2020 – 53,480 miles
  • 2019 – 51,714 miles
  • 2018 – 49,236 miles
  • 2017 – 47,083 miles
  • 2016 – 45,746 miles
  • 2015 – 41,333 miles
  • 2014 – 36,650 miles
  • 2013 – 31,625 miles
  • 2012 – 26,508 miles
  • 2011 – 20,772 miles
  • 2010 – 12,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,267 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on suspension and steering components
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operationRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operationRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield looseRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust system heavily corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Heavy corrosion on brakes, suspension and steering components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,267 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    57,267 miles
    Test number
    601966417882
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on suspension and steering components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. PassMileage not read14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    581882746919
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on brakes, suspension and steering components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  3. PassMileage not read10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    174819807955
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on brakes, suspension and steering components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    770368221992
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on brakes, suspension and steering components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (devoid of tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  5. PassMileage not read10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    698844461576
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on brakes, suspension and steering components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Heat shield loose

  6. FailMileage not read3 major2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    640237538521
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Pipe split (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on brakes, suspension and steering components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn, pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn, pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has movement indicating incorrect adjustment but not excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Heat shield loose

  7. Pass55,150 miles (+1,670)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,150 miles
    Test number
    227550037146
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on suspension, steering and brake components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit & worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has movement indicating incorrect adjustment but not excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  8. Pass53,480 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    53,480 miles
    Test number
    689651409842
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted & scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted & scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized

  9. Fail53,479 miles (+1,765)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,479 miles
    Test number
    799792731556
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted & scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted & scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized

  10. Pass51,714 miles (+2,478)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,714 miles
    Test number
    473798602732
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized

  11. Pass49,236 miles (+2,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    49,236 miles
    Test number
    998998210476
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear silencer in poor condition

  12. Pass47,083 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    47,083 miles
    Test number
    640236989676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,746 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    45,746 miles
    Test number
    532753143724
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail45,706 miles (+4,373)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,706 miles
    Test number
    253831644411
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass41,333 miles (+4,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    41,333 miles
    Test number
    979625309071
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass36,650 miles (+5,025)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    178878014396
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings slightly ruff when rotated
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust corroded and outer skin but not holed
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBonnet saftey catch seized in position

  17. Pass31,625 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,625 miles
    Test number
    765986613346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail31,625 miles (+5,117)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,625 miles
    Test number
    335715713366
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass26,508 miles (+5,736)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    26,508 miles
    Test number
    488315512407
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear brake is sticking

  20. Pass20,772 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    729604411345
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorated
    • NoteOffside mirror/indicator assy deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  21. Fail20,772 miles (+7,890)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    117283611318
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorated
    • NoteOffside mirror/indicator assy deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  22. Pass12,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    12,882 miles
    Test number
    904620220364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 MRV

Does LB57 MRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 MRV is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 MRV?
The MOT on LB57 MRV is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 MRV done?
LB57 MRV was recorded at 57,267 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 2,944 miles a year.
Has LB57 MRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 MRV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 MRV 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 MRV find?
LB57 MRV passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 14 advisories: exhaust system corroded; heavy surface corrosion on suspension and steering components; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 11 more.

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