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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,400 cc

LD57 WDRMOT history

LD57 WDR is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

LD57 WDR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
108,065 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 WDR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 WDR was last recorded at 108,065 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 2,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,551 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,514 miles
Average per year
6,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,065 miles
  • 2025 – 105,551 miles
  • 2024 – 101,288 miles
  • 2023 – 96,024 miles
  • 2022 – 92,461 miles
  • 2021 – 87,505 miles
  • 2020 – 84,235 miles
  • 2019 – 78,788 miles
  • 2018 – 72,011 miles
  • 2017 – 64,463 miles
  • 2016 – 54,793 miles
  • 2015 – 45,645 miles
  • 2014 – 40,095 miles
  • 2013 – 35,100 miles
  • 2012 – 28,865 miles
  • 2011 – 17,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,065 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,065 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    108,065 miles
    Test number
    299393806845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail108,065 miles (+2,514)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,065 miles
    Test number
    186833661835
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass105,551 miles (+4,263)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    105,551 miles
    Test number
    111466809565
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  4. Pass101,288 miles (+100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,288 miles
    Test number
    856816745866
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail101,188 miles (+5,164)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,188 miles
    Test number
    165470302433
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi - pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,024 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,024 miles
    Test number
    691194123312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,972 miles (+3,511)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,972 miles
    Test number
    270075687736
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass92,461 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,461 miles
    Test number
    624921161316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail92,403 miles (+4,898)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,403 miles
    Test number
    521835237844
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass87,505 miles (+3,270)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,505 miles
    Test number
    554789083324
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass84,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,235 miles
    Test number
    773187737754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail84,325 miles (+5,537)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,325 miles
    Test number
    599742969833
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass78,788 miles (+6,777)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,788 miles
    Test number
    291483278062
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass72,011 miles (+7,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,011 miles
    Test number
    381847454840
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi down pipe (7.1.2)

  15. Pass64,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,463 miles
    Test number
    215410100622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,463 miles (+9,670)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,463 miles
    Test number
    833494645314
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  17. Pass54,793 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,793 miles
    Test number
    763750127053
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

  18. Fail54,793 miles (+9,148)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,793 miles
    Test number
    297156869540
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

  19. Pass45,645 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,645 miles
    Test number
    626528175093
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail45,645 miles (+5,550)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,645 miles
    Test number
    867488675067
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass40,095 miles (+4,995)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,095 miles
    Test number
    166377784052
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass35,100 miles (+6,235)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,100 miles
    Test number
    839164273069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,865 miles
    Test number
    899379672011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,865 miles (+11,387)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,865 miles
    Test number
    388009572013
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  25. Pass17,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,478 miles
    Test number
    308397341037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 WDR

Does LD57 WDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 WDR is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 WDR?
The MOT on LD57 WDR is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 WDR done?
LD57 WDR was recorded at 108,065 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 6,037 miles a year.
Has LD57 WDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 WDR has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD57 WDR 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 LD57 WDR find?
LD57 WDR passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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