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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB59 KUWMOT history

LB59 KUW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 70,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
70,788 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 KUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 KUW was last recorded at 70,788 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 8,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,241 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,547 miles
Average per year
4,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,788 miles
  • 2025 – 62,241 miles
  • 2024 – 62,213 miles
  • 2022 – 55,287 miles
  • 2021 – 52,392 miles
  • 2020 – 49,228 miles
  • 2019 – 46,720 miles
  • 2018 – 43,460 miles
  • 2017 – 39,403 miles
  • 2016 – 33,924 miles
  • 2015 – 29,619 miles
  • 2014 – 24,593 miles
  • 2013 – 18,591 miles
  • 2012 – 14,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,788 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/70r14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,788 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    70,788 miles
    Test number
    402370792693
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail70,788 miles (+8,547)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,788 miles
    Test number
    119331034052
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,241 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    62,241 miles
    Test number
    387115726552
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/70r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail62,213 miles (+3,227)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,213 miles
    Test number
    788449718318
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/70r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass58,986 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    58,986 miles
    Test number
    350912113658
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail58,986 miles (+3,699)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,986 miles
    Test number
    528704892991
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass55,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    55,287 miles
    Test number
    139117754541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail55,286 miles (+2,894)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,286 miles
    Test number
    681761292772
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass52,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    52,392 miles
    Test number
    770920145463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rust hole at front of sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail52,392 miles (+3,164)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,392 miles
    Test number
    532582964815
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rust hole at front of sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass49,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    49,228 miles
    Test number
    911208194771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,228 miles (+2,508)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,228 miles
    Test number
    281448530791
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

  13. Pass46,720 miles (+3,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    46,720 miles
    Test number
    966666384640
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill Corroded But not With in 30cm Of Prescribed Areas

  14. Pass43,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    43,460 miles
    Test number
    911264052392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,460 miles (+4,057)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,460 miles
    Test number
    767439818836
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass39,403 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    39,403 miles
    Test number
    857968161955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,924 miles (+4,305)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    33,924 miles
    Test number
    626437002541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    29,619 miles
    Test number
    862509501356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,619 miles (+5,026)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,619 miles
    Test number
    310404701547
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass24,593 miles (+6,002)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    24,593 miles
    Test number
    777765364361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,591 miles (+4,395)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    18,591 miles
    Test number
    787792353366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    14,196 miles
    Test number
    608033052300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 KUW

Does LB59 KUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 KUW is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 KUW?
The MOT on LB59 KUW is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 KUW done?
LB59 KUW was recorded at 70,788 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 4,337 miles a year.
Has LB59 KUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 KUW has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 KUW 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 KUW find?
LB59 KUW passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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