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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,198 cc

LD57 WZJMOT history

LD57 WZJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 103,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

LD57 WZJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
103,620 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 WZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 WZJ was last recorded at 103,620 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,445 miles · 9 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
175 miles
Average per year
4,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,620 miles
  • 2023 – 103,445 miles
  • 2022 – 100,752 miles
  • 2020 – 99,691 miles
  • 2019 – 97,984 miles
  • 2018 – 92,501 miles
  • 2017 – 86,394 miles
  • 2016 – 80,720 miles
  • 2015 – 73,528 miles
  • 2014 – 61,680 miles
  • 2013 – 52,600 miles
  • 2012 – 47,584 miles
  • 2011 – 41,174 miles
  • 2010 – 28,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,620 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Both front tyres low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    103,620 miles
    Test number
    683925503131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail103,620 miles (+175)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,620 miles
    Test number
    452855595921
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass103,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,445 miles
    Test number
    920734319396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail103,445 miles (+2,693)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,445 miles
    Test number
    187552987749
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,752 miles (+1,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,752 miles
    Test number
    627333610065
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,691 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    99,691 miles
    Test number
    943377684438
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail99,690 miles (+1,706)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,690 miles
    Test number
    168810843968
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,984 miles (+5,483)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,984 miles
    Test number
    224363040743
    • MinorNearside Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass92,501 miles (+6,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    92,501 miles
    Test number
    253039435174
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass86,394 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,394 miles
    Test number
    852006226724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,355 miles (+5,635)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,355 miles
    Test number
    212638264493
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass80,720 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,720 miles
    Test number
    834599221254
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low

  13. Fail80,716 miles (+7,188)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,716 miles
    Test number
    702901810309
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low

  14. Pass73,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,528 miles
    Test number
    620192327510
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  15. Fail73,528 miles (+11,848)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,528 miles
    Test number
    702598503485
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  16. Pass61,680 miles (+9,080)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,680 miles
    Test number
    365653994244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass52,600 miles (+5,016)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,600 miles
    Test number
    698906013358
    • NoteBoth front tyres very low on unner edges

  18. Pass47,584 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,584 miles
    Test number
    157570422331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,174 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,174 miles
    Test number
    567552561213
    • NoteEngine coolant slightly below minimum level.
    • NoteEngine oil slightly over filled.

  20. Fail41,174 miles (+12,347)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,174 miles
    Test number
    909682861254
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteEngine coolant slightly below minimum level.
    • NoteEngine oil slightly over filled.

  21. Pass28,827 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    28,827 miles
    Test number
    434355060262
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to the limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn to the limit

Questions about LD57 WZJ

Does LD57 WZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 WZJ is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD57 WZJ?
The MOT on LD57 WZJ is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 WZJ done?
LD57 WZJ was recorded at 103,620 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 4,904 miles a year.
Has LD57 WZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 WZJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 WZJ 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 WZJ find?
LD57 WZJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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