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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,198 cc

LB57 RRUMOT history

LB57 RRU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
77,611 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 RRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 RRU was last recorded at 77,611 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,611 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,611 miles
  • 2024 – 73,439 miles
  • 2023 – 70,025 miles
  • 2022 – 67,117 miles
  • 2021 – 63,645 miles
  • 2020 – 59,430 miles
  • 2019 – 54,763 miles
  • 2018 – 50,773 miles
  • 2017 – 46,438 miles
  • 2016 – 41,024 miles
  • 2015 – 38,281 miles
  • 2014 – 36,641 miles
  • 2013 – 34,797 miles
  • 2012 – 32,264 miles
  • 2011 – 27,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,611 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE PARKING LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVELRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • HAND BRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • BOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WEARING LOW INNER EDGE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • PARKING BRAKE LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXIE JOINT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,611 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    77,611 miles
    Test number
    801317644343
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE PARKING LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,611 miles (+4,172)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,611 miles
    Test number
    355046470044
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE PARKING LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    73,439 miles
    Test number
    340934850075
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,439 miles (+3,414)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,439 miles
    Test number
    187978152888
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,025 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,025 miles
    Test number
    906451752252
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WEARING LOW INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

  6. Fail70,025 miles (+2,908)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,025 miles
    Test number
    999646954377
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WEARING LOW INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

  7. Pass67,117 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,117 miles
    Test number
    391817880339
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXIE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE PARKING LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail67,117 miles (+3,472)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,117 miles
    Test number
    138389340911
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXIE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE PARKING LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass63,645 miles (+4,215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,645 miles
    Test number
    626489204887
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXI JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE PARKING LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass59,430 miles (+4,667)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,430 miles
    Test number
    829659898028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,763 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,763 miles
    Test number
    546459050813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    50,773 miles
    Test number
    488430311954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,773 miles (+4,335)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,773 miles
    Test number
    544927829442
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass46,438 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,438 miles
    Test number
    451845644711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage Chassis leg (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail46,438 miles (+5,414)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,438 miles
    Test number
    601147312643
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage Chassis leg (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass41,024 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,024 miles
    Test number
    276832813088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,014 miles (+2,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,014 miles
    Test number
    626252161568
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Inner Rear As Marked (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Inner Rear As Marked (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass38,281 miles (+1,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,281 miles
    Test number
    110636517284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail36,641 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,641 miles
    Test number
    677940914377
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass36,641 miles (+1,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,641 miles
    Test number
    729340014318
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass34,797 miles (+2,533)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,797 miles
    Test number
    975790113341
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/front headlight slightly kicking up to the left

  22. Pass32,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,264 miles
    Test number
    567291522351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,264 miles (+5,185)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,264 miles
    Test number
    479630722420
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  24. Pass27,079 miles (+10,603)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    27,079 miles
    Test number
    325337251339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    16,476 miles
    Test number
    986664001040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB57 RRU

Does LB57 RRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 RRU is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 RRU?
The MOT on LB57 RRU is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 RRU done?
LB57 RRU was recorded at 77,611 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 4,126 miles a year.
Has LB57 RRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 RRU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 RRU 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 RRU find?
LB57 RRU passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; hand brake parking lever has little reserve travel; oil leak, but not excessive.

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