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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB59 ORJMOT history

LB59 ORJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 210,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
210,896 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 ORJ
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 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 ORJ was last recorded at 210,896 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 10,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,666 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,230 miles
Average per year
13,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,896 miles
  • 2025 – 200,666 miles
  • 2024 – 189,862 miles
  • 2023 – 181,818 miles
  • 2022 – 170,724 miles
  • 2020 – 167,681 miles
  • 2019 – 149,473 miles
  • 2017 – 92,490 miles
  • 2016 – 71,551 miles
  • 2015 – 59,566 miles
  • 2014 – 46,696 miles
  • 2013 – 35,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,896 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,896 miles (+10,230)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    210,896 miles
    Test number
    385200811354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass200,666 miles (+10,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    200,666 miles
    Test number
    790637191744
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass189,862 miles (+8,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    189,862 miles
    Test number
    466023374881
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass181,818 miles (+11,094)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    181,818 miles
    Test number
    554259710969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass170,724 miles (+3,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    170,724 miles
    Test number
    916970806772
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass167,681 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    167,681 miles
    Test number
    976062475590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail167,657 miles (+18,184)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,657 miles
    Test number
    890311678854
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

  8. Pass149,473 miles (+56,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    149,473 miles
    Test number
    856604019876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass92,490 miles (+20,939)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    92,490 miles
    Test number
    257781442116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,551 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    71,551 miles
    Test number
    273014134876
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe damaged + slight blow
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished slightly
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  11. Fail71,551 miles (+11,985)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,551 miles
    Test number
    328901820597
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe damaged + slight blow
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished slightly
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  12. Pass59,566 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,566 miles
    Test number
    996334655015
    • NoteNearside front seat removed at time of test

  13. Fail59,543 miles (+12,847)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,543 miles
    Test number
    955592555073
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass46,696 miles (+10,920)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,696 miles
    Test number
    165320314487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    35,776 miles
    Test number
    755231513075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail35,760 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,760 miles
    Test number
    185921513489
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Questions about LB59 ORJ

Does LB59 ORJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 ORJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 ORJ?
The MOT on LB59 ORJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 ORJ done?
LB59 ORJ was recorded at 210,896 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 13,184 miles a year.
Has LB59 ORJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 ORJ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LB59 ORJ 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 ORJ find?
LB59 ORJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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