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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB57 XKUMOT history

LB57 XKU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,255 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XKU was last recorded at 99,255 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 4,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,861 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,394 miles
Average per year
5,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,255 miles
  • 2025 – 94,861 miles
  • 2024 – 90,136 miles
  • 2023 – 85,654 miles
  • 2022 – 83,287 miles
  • 2021 – 82,714 miles
  • 2020 – 82,234 miles
  • 2019 – 80,940 miles
  • 2018 – 79,745 miles
  • 2017 – 74,481 miles
  • 2016 – 68,658 miles
  • 2015 – 60,507 miles
  • 2014 – 44,810 miles
  • 2013 – 31,760 miles
  • 2012 – 19,174 miles
  • 2011 – 11,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,255 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront (Exhaust insecure)

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,255 miles (+4,394)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,255 miles
    Test number
    241098061432
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront (Exhaust insecure)

  2. Pass94,861 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,861 miles
    Test number
    402422718644
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail94,861 miles (+4,725)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,861 miles
    Test number
    357496410083
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass90,136 miles (+4,482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,136 miles
    Test number
    669743031706
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWasher frozen.

  5. Pass85,654 miles (+2,367)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,654 miles
    Test number
    390210853126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,287 miles (+573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,287 miles
    Test number
    668983112826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass82,714 miles (+480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,714 miles
    Test number
    524394453065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,234 miles
    Test number
    668118084367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,234 miles (+1,294)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,234 miles
    Test number
    689286444560
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass80,940 miles (+1,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,940 miles
    Test number
    405412539249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity condensation (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass79,745 miles (+5,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,745 miles
    Test number
    787677845816
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  12. Pass74,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,481 miles
    Test number
    107024253602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,481 miles (+5,823)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,481 miles
    Test number
    572936577294
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass68,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,658 miles
    Test number
    136757909546
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Fail68,658 miles (+8,151)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,658 miles
    Test number
    474671248995
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass60,507 miles (+15,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,507 miles
    Test number
    569735815054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass44,810 miles (+167)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    44,810 miles
    Test number
    639715214037
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail44,643 miles (+12,883)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,643 miles
    Test number
    398551314092
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass31,760 miles (+12,586)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    31,760 miles
    Test number
    598834313006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,174 miles (+7,937)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    19,174 miles
    Test number
    896149502088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    11,237 miles
    Test number
    438283511050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 XKU

Does LB57 XKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XKU is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XKU?
The MOT on LB57 XKU is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 XKU done?
LB57 XKU was recorded at 99,255 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 5,859 miles a year.
Has LB57 XKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XKU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 XKU 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 XKU find?
LB57 XKU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front (exhaust insecure).

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