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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

LB59 VLLMOT history

LB59 VLL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,894 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 VLL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 VLL was last recorded at 101,894 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 7,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jan 2025: 94,719 miles, lower than 94,720 miles on 2 Jan 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
94,719 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,175 miles
Average per year
6,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,894 miles
  • 2024 – 90,274 miles
  • 2023 – 90,239 miles
  • 2022 – 81,481 miles
  • 2021 – 76,160 miles
  • 2020 – 67,964 miles
  • 2019 – 57,303 miles
  • 2018 – 52,381 miles
  • 2017 – 46,330 miles
  • 2016 – 38,640 miles
  • 2015 – 32,844 miles
  • 2014 – 28,703 miles
  • 2013 – 22,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,894 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both sleeve joints (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush both sides perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides showing slight wear on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases Between central and rear section - emissions slightly affect and only just met minimum standards

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,894 miles (+7,175)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,894 miles
    Test number
    835799235463
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both sleeve joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush both sides perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides showing slight wear on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass94,719 miles (-1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,719 miles
    Test number
    424846335166
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Between central and rear section - emissions slightly affect and only just met minimum standards (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail94,720 miles (+4,446)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,720 miles
    Test number
    310821673913
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low PRS (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Between central and rear section - emissions slightly affect and only just met minimum standards (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass90,274 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,274 miles
    Test number
    717409611378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail90,239 miles (+8,758)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,239 miles
    Test number
    892077335691
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass81,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,481 miles
    Test number
    470236215075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,481 miles (+5,321)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,481 miles
    Test number
    348809032263
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass76,160 miles (+8,196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,160 miles
    Test number
    825650849539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen has scratch mark
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroding

  9. Pass67,964 miles (+10,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,964 miles
    Test number
    966820580196
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  10. Pass57,303 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,303 miles
    Test number
    365105858384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,192 miles (+4,811)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,192 miles
    Test number
    394850559776
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear showing large age cracks

  12. Pass52,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,381 miles
    Test number
    840474852325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,381 miles (+6,051)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,381 miles
    Test number
    837389986760
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass46,330 miles (+7,690)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,330 miles
    Test number
    350198408587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,640 miles
    Test number
    525608619169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail38,640 miles (+5,796)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,640 miles
    Test number
    745672842526
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass32,844 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    32,844 miles
    Test number
    756011255008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,703 miles (+5,808)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    28,703 miles
    Test number
    468509244011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    22,895 miles
    Test number
    139213843404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 VLL

Does LB59 VLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 VLL is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB59 VLL?
The MOT on LB59 VLL is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 VLL done?
LB59 VLL was recorded at 101,894 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 6,167 miles a year.
Has LB59 VLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 VLL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 VLL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jan 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB59 VLL find?
LB59 VLL passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both sleeve joints; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides perished; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides showing slight wear on shoulders, and 4 more.

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