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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LB57 WFWMOT history

LB57 WFW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
121,766 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 WFW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 WFW was last recorded at 121,766 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,745 miles · 13 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
7,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,766 miles
  • 2022 – 107,438 miles
  • 2021 – 88,762 miles
  • 2020 – 75,445 miles
  • 2019 – 68,432 miles
  • 2018 – 66,795 miles
  • 2017 – 63,983 miles
  • 2016 – 61,189 miles
  • 2015 – 57,869 miles
  • 2014 – 50,960 miles
  • 2012 – 43,972 miles
  • 2011 – 36,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,766 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose wing mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output beam deflectors fitted both sides but does not affect image (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,766 miles (+21)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,766 miles
    Test number
    254799869843
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose wing mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output beam deflectors fitted both sides but does not affect image (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail121,745 miles (+14,307)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,745 miles
    Test number
    952383606482
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose wing mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output beam deflectors fitted both sides but does not affect image (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass107,438 miles (+449)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    107,438 miles
    Test number
    128324480037
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail106,989 miles (+18,227)1 dangerous12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,989 miles
    Test number
    880048266578
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment park leaver on max travel (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative switch not operating (4.1.5 (a))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side very low effort recorded (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass88,762 miles (+13,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    88,762 miles
    Test number
    377081285674
    • AdvisoryRear exhust box becomeing poor
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted restricting inspection
  6. Pass75,445 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    75,445 miles
    Test number
    353700296533
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail75,445 miles (+7,013)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,445 miles
    Test number
    984236348717
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass68,432 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    68,432 miles
    Test number
    548191253734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,795 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,795 miles
    Test number
    314398273145
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Fail66,794 miles (+2,811)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,794 miles
    Test number
    247197757782
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre close to legal limit and cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass63,983 miles (+2,794)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,983 miles
    Test number
    407403917090
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass61,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,189 miles
    Test number
    993407886367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)
  13. Fail61,189 miles (+3,320)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,189 miles
    Test number
    843121900824
    • FailureNearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass57,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,869 miles
    Test number
    259000325026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,869 miles (+6,909)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,869 miles
    Test number
    147946615476
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  16. Pass50,960 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,960 miles
    Test number
    566903604085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  17. Fail50,960 miles (+6,988)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,960 miles
    Test number
    146583504022
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  18. Pass43,972 miles (+7,512)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,972 miles
    Test number
    548093862357
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing
    • NoteSlight condensation in offside rear light lense
  19. Pass36,460 miles (+9,003)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,460 miles
    Test number
    388723761384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    27,457 miles
    Test number
    227634201081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 WFW

Does LB57 WFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 WFW expired on 18 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 WFW?
The MOT on LB57 WFW expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 WFW done?
LB57 WFW was recorded at 121,766 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 7,675 miles a year.
Has LB57 WFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 WFW has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 WFW 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 WFW find?
LB57 WFW passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose wing mirror glass; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output beam deflectors fitted both sides but does not affect image; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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