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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB59 HHVMOT history

LB59 HHV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
135,886 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 HHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 HHV was last recorded at 135,886 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,459 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
427 miles
Average per year
8,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,886 miles
  • 2024 – 122,970 miles
  • 2023 – 117,812 miles
  • 2022 – 108,402 miles
  • 2021 – 97,369 miles
  • 2020 – 85,716 miles
  • 2019 – 81,709 miles
  • 2018 – 75,167 miles
  • 2017 – 69,219 miles
  • 2016 – 60,463 miles
  • 2015 – 55,791 miles
  • 2014 – 45,241 miles
  • 2013 – 33,310 miles
  • 2012 – 23,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,886 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • General under body corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,886 miles (+427)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    135,886 miles
    Test number
    267194822979
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail135,459 miles (+12,489)2 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,459 miles
    Test number
    960950344770
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body, sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass122,970 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,970 miles
    Test number
    576831992211
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides. (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail122,964 miles (+5,152)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,964 miles
    Test number
    914076113240
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Antifreeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides. (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass117,812 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,812 miles
    Test number
    972635117634
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail117,812 miles (+9,410)4 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,812 miles
    Test number
    179795209144
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Nearside & Offside. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Nearside & Offside. (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Nearside & Offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Nearside & Offside. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass108,402 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,402 miles
    Test number
    654043710251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex y pipe leak. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail108,402 miles (+11,033)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,402 miles
    Test number
    177947440399
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex y pipe leak. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass97,369 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,369 miles
    Test number
    412479739594
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Fail97,369 miles (+11,653)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,369 miles
    Test number
    521572401171
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside & nearside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass85,716 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,716 miles
    Test number
    885096104537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,711 miles (+4,002)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,711 miles
    Test number
    234189790874
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust Flexi Joint Deteriorated
  13. Pass81,709 miles (+6,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    643368625603
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi- deteriorated
    • AdvisoryVehicle has engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components
  14. Pass75,167 miles (+5,948)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,167 miles
    Test number
    916368354566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,219 miles (+8,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    69,219 miles
    Test number
    905626147222
    • AdvisorySlight oil marks under sump
  16. Pass60,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,463 miles
    Test number
    837001345348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,463 miles (+4,672)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,463 miles
    Test number
    346134049363
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  18. Pass55,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,791 miles
    Test number
    829271440771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,791 miles (+10,550)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,791 miles
    Test number
    361584821822
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  20. Pass45,241 miles (+11,931)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,241 miles
    Test number
    617413354255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,310 miles
    Test number
    778143253219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,310 miles (+9,736)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,310 miles
    Test number
    855403953228
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  23. Pass23,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,574 miles
    Test number
    485413092262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 HHV

Does LB59 HHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 HHV is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB59 HHV?
The MOT on LB59 HHV is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 HHV done?
LB59 HHV was recorded at 135,886 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 8,548 miles a year.
Has LB59 HHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 HHV has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 HHV 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 HHV find?
LB59 HHV passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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