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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB59 NCNMOT history

LB59 NCN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
81,399 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 NCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 NCN was last recorded at 81,399 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,399 miles · 8 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,399 miles
  • 2025 – 76,607 miles
  • 2024 – 74,071 miles
  • 2023 – 69,939 miles
  • 2022 – 65,757 miles
  • 2021 – 56,312 miles
  • 2020 – 51,761 miles
  • 2019 – 46,820 miles
  • 2018 – 39,424 miles
  • 2017 – 35,170 miles
  • 2016 – 29,092 miles
  • 2015 – 24,060 miles
  • 2014 – 20,241 miles
  • 2013 – 16,293 miles
  • 2012 – 11,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,399 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,399 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    81,399 miles
    Test number
    298746808347
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail81,399 miles (+4,792)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,399 miles
    Test number
    137996896471
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass76,607 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    747949843447
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail76,607 miles (+2,536)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    897869547603
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass74,071 miles (+4,132)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,071 miles
    Test number
    343470817652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,939 miles (+4,182)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    706854898018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,757 miles (+9,445)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    65,757 miles
    Test number
    256570267761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,312 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    56,312 miles
    Test number
    810270351982
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail56,312 miles (+4,551)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,312 miles
    Test number
    919074745767
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass51,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,761 miles
    Test number
    312710944522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,761 miles (+4,941)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,761 miles
    Test number
    141338394923
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass46,820 miles (+7,396)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,820 miles
    Test number
    556855257400
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass39,424 miles (+4,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    39,424 miles
    Test number
    408471988746
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass35,170 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,170 miles
    Test number
    903439995425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,168 miles (+6,076)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,168 miles
    Test number
    179654890571
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass29,092 miles (+5,032)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    29,092 miles
    Test number
    716351509951
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass24,060 miles (+3,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    24,060 miles
    Test number
    514505114628
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail20,241 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,241 miles
    Test number
    269777504308
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut on sidewall not deep enough to expose cords.
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass20,241 miles (+3,948)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    20,241 miles
    Test number
    286407104356
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut on sidewall not deep enough to expose cords.
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass16,293 miles (+5,156)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    16,293 miles
    Test number
    486316513300
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  21. Pass11,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    11,137 miles
    Test number
    487176242331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 NCN

Does LB59 NCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 NCN is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 NCN?
The MOT on LB59 NCN is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 NCN done?
LB59 NCN was recorded at 81,399 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 5,082 miles a year.
Has LB59 NCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 NCN has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 NCN 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 NCN find?
LB59 NCN passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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