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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB59 OPYMOT history

LB59 OPY is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 144,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2026
Mileage
144,756 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 OPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB59 OPY was last recorded at 144,756 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 6,099 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,657 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,099 miles
Average per year
9,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,756 miles
  • 2025 – 138,657 miles
  • 2023 – 123,381 miles
  • 2022 – 118,823 miles
  • 2021 – 113,220 miles
  • 2020 – 106,764 miles
  • 2019 – 97,993 miles
  • 2018 – 88,454 miles
  • 2017 – 79,949 miles
  • 2016 – 65,494 miles
  • 2015 – 52,273 miles
  • 2014 – 39,146 miles
  • 2013 – 24,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,756 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges and at 1.80mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers restricting inspection of components

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,756 miles (+6,099)13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,756 miles
    Test number
    443704257543
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges and at 1.80mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers restricting inspection of components
  2. Pass138,657 miles (+15,276)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    138,657 miles
    Test number
    144393772220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass123,381 miles (+4,558)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    123,381 miles
    Test number
    276466497038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,823 miles
    Test number
    778668398064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail118,823 miles (+88)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,823 miles
    Test number
    383800172736
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail118,735 miles (+5,515)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,735 miles
    Test number
    893314272872
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass113,220 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    337047781224
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail113,220 miles (+6,456)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    676174036217
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass106,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    702678643883
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater / mirror damaged
  10. Fail106,764 miles (+8,771)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    161400874915
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater / mirror damaged
  11. Pass97,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,993 miles
    Test number
    178253613819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,990 miles (+9,536)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,990 miles
    Test number
    474802710997
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  13. Pass88,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,454 miles
    Test number
    585167394455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail88,454 miles (+8,505)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,454 miles
    Test number
    644571519129
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass79,949 miles (+14,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,949 miles
    Test number
    598834296602
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn uneven and near wear bars
  16. Pass65,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,494 miles
    Test number
    225869101453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail65,494 miles (+13,221)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,494 miles
    Test number
    655984996346
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass52,273 miles (+13,127)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,273 miles
    Test number
    113041453886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,146 miles
    Test number
    349092844362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,146 miles (+7,572)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,146 miles
    Test number
    939899734306
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  21. Pass31,574 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,574 miles
    Test number
    896096904054
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Fail31,574 miles (+7,131)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,574 miles
    Test number
    975416304014
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass24,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,443 miles
    Test number
    389778703033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,443 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,443 miles
    Test number
    646788803026
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB59 OPY

Does LB59 OPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 OPY expired on 26 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 OPY?
The MOT on LB59 OPY expired on 26 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 OPY done?
LB59 OPY was recorded at 144,756 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 9,190 miles a year.
Has LB59 OPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 OPY has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 OPY 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 OPY find?
LB59 OPY failed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 13 major defects and 3 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 13 more.

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