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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,595 cc

LB59 UDXMOT history

LB59 UDX is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 136,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
136,123 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 UDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
22 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 UDX was last recorded at 136,123 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 2,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,475 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,648 miles
Average per year
8,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,123 miles
  • 2025 – 133,475 miles
  • 2024 – 130,952 miles
  • 2023 – 127,929 miles
  • 2022 – 119,091 miles
  • 2021 – 112,262 miles
  • 2020 – 104,681 miles
  • 2019 – 96,627 miles
  • 2018 – 91,738 miles
  • 2017 – 86,408 miles
  • 2016 – 80,426 miles
  • 2015 – 60,901 miles
  • 2014 – 46,118 miles
  • 2013 – 27,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,123 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,123 miles (+2,648)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    136,123 miles
    Test number
    853203169478
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass133,475 miles (+2,523)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    133,475 miles
    Test number
    127544347270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,952 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    130,952 miles
    Test number
    978283945515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,929 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    127,929 miles
    Test number
    992070888872
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread smooth (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail127,929 miles (+8,838)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,929 miles
    Test number
    583404216085
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread smooth (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,091 miles (+6,829)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    119,091 miles
    Test number
    370279572697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,262 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,262 miles
    Test number
    624369076920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail112,259 miles (+7,578)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,259 miles
    Test number
    680591580138
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass104,681 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,681 miles
    Test number
    549531833977
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake effort also lower ....
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated....

  10. Fail104,681 miles (+8,054)3 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,681 miles
    Test number
    105877406619
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15..both edges worn inner alsmost to cordes.. (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed severe inner wear (used on low pressures.) outer also worn.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% nearside rear much lower effort (drum brakes.) (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources left hand.. (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake effort also lower ....
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated....

  11. Pass96,627 miles (+4,889)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,627 miles
    Test number
    206064200194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,738 miles (+5,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,738 miles
    Test number
    823863610386
    • AdvisoryDamage to front number plate
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock damp

  13. Pass86,408 miles (+5,982)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,408 miles
    Test number
    899595093757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,426 miles (+19,525)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,426 miles
    Test number
    125801897180
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre side wall has a cut
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear both bump stops split

  15. Pass60,901 miles (+14,783)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    60,901 miles
    Test number
    957865335067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,118 miles (+18,262)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,118 miles
    Test number
    556376354075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,856 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    27,856 miles
    Test number
    646535733042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,369 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,369 miles
    Test number
    799294923015
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB59 UDX

Does LB59 UDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 UDX is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 UDX?
The MOT on LB59 UDX is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 UDX done?
LB59 UDX was recorded at 136,123 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 8,072 miles a year.
Has LB59 UDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 UDX has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB59 UDX 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 UDX find?
LB59 UDX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 7 more.

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