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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB59 DUAMOT history

LB59 DUA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 58,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
58,970 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 DUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 DUA was last recorded at 58,970 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 3,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,833 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,137 miles
Average per year
3,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,970 miles
  • 2025 – 55,833 miles
  • 2024 – 52,788 miles
  • 2023 – 50,411 miles
  • 2021 – 48,394 miles
  • 2020 – 44,533 miles
  • 2019 – 41,074 miles
  • 2018 – 37,530 miles
  • 2017 – 33,393 miles
  • 2016 – 29,501 miles
  • 2015 – 26,359 miles
  • 2014 – 22,461 miles
  • 2012 – 12,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,970 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Small Cracks On Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Small Cracks On Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Bothsides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,970 miles (+3,137)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    58,970 miles
    Test number
    214561711125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Small Cracks On Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Small Cracks On Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass55,833 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    55,833 miles
    Test number
    520753586984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail55,833 miles (+3,045)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,833 miles
    Test number
    854744025128
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass52,788 miles (+2,377)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    52,788 miles
    Test number
    744146135225
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass50,411 miles (+2,017)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    50,411 miles
    Test number
    654115210476
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Bothsides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass48,394 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    48,394 miles
    Test number
    953737337191
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Bothsides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail48,393 miles (+3,860)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,393 miles
    Test number
    338571304208
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Bothsides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass44,533 miles (+3,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    44,533 miles
    Test number
    299066267971
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass41,074 miles (+3,544)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,074 miles
    Test number
    109466829469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    37,530 miles
    Test number
    220929274580
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail37,530 miles (+4,137)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,530 miles
    Test number
    547387876388
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions 215/45 x 16 86 h (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass33,393 miles (+3,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    33,393 miles
    Test number
    273173116397
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass29,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    29,501 miles
    Test number
    242907921662
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail29,501 miles (+3,142)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,501 miles
    Test number
    889461092025
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass26,359 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    26,359 miles
    Test number
    626596260655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail22,461 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,461 miles
    Test number
    405017154407
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass22,461 miles (+4,450)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    22,461 miles
    Test number
    679007254361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,011 miles (+5,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,011 miles
    Test number
    159770634462
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass12,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    12,033 miles
    Test number
    446686832335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 DUA

Does LB59 DUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 DUA is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 DUA?
The MOT on LB59 DUA is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 DUA done?
LB59 DUA was recorded at 58,970 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 3,566 miles a year.
Has LB59 DUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 DUA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 DUA 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 LB59 DUA find?
LB59 DUA passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm small cracks on bush; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear outer child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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