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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,422 cc

LE51 ZDFMOT history

LE51 ZDF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LE51 ZDF blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
109,905 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE51 ZDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE51 ZDF was last recorded at 109,905 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 15,276 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,629 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15,276 miles
Average per year
4,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,905 miles
  • 2025 – 94,629 miles
  • 2024 – 83,835 miles
  • 2023 – 78,980 miles
  • 2022 – 75,767 miles
  • 2021 – 74,361 miles
  • 2020 – 69,001 miles
  • 2019 – 65,831 miles
  • 2018 – 49,759 miles
  • 2016 – 42,009 miles
  • 2015 – 35,371 miles
  • 2014 – 30,803 miles
  • 2013 – 24,364 miles
  • 2012 – 19,950 miles
  • 2011 – 17,804 miles
  • 2010 – 17,360 miles
  • 2009 – 16,914 miles
  • 2008 – 16,480 miles
  • 2007 – 15,587 miles
  • 2006 – 15,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,905 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,905 miles (+15,276)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    109,905 miles
    Test number
    163334404600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,629 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    94,629 miles
    Test number
    231162346017
    • AdvisoryAll tyres stretched to fit rims
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySunstrip on car not affecting drivers view

  3. Fail94,614 miles (+10,779)8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,614 miles
    Test number
    903109970505
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine TURBO CHARGER AREA AT BACK OF ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view TINTED SUNSTRIP (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIML LAMP NOT FUNCTIONING BUT PRE 2008 SO NOT TESTABLE ITEM
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER PAD (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTYRES STRETCHED TO FIT ON RIMS

  4. Pass83,835 miles (+4,855)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,835 miles
    Test number
    753008934953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,980 miles (+3,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,980 miles
    Test number
    597432380531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryModified suspension and exhaust system fitted

  6. Pass75,767 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,767 miles
    Test number
    469093287457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,361 miles (+5,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,361 miles
    Test number
    483388125806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,001 miles (+3,170)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,001 miles
    Test number
    416247197584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,831 miles (+170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,831 miles
    Test number
    763857509886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Fail65,661 miles (+15,902)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,661 miles
    Test number
    448843325267
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded/deteriorated

  11. Pass49,759 miles (+7,750)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,759 miles
    Test number
    613662192709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,009 miles
    Test number
    133738222328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,009 miles (+6,638)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,009 miles
    Test number
    813994511740
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Wiper blade rubber torn but NOT ineffective

  14. Pass35,371 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    35,371 miles
    Test number
    357293814185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,803 miles
    Test number
    207522174284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail30,803 miles (+6,439)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,803 miles
    Test number
    317562374264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass24,364 miles (+4,414)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    24,364 miles
    Test number
    996345753205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    19,950 miles
    Test number
    598148762255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,950 miles (+2,146)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,950 miles
    Test number
    148608562222
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass17,804 miles (+444)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    17,804 miles
    Test number
    337987071427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,360 miles (+446)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    17,360 miles
    Test number
    323240770488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,914 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,914 miles
    Test number
    782077569225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,480 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    16,480 miles
    Test number
    594415178231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,587 miles (+492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,587 miles
    Test number
    322137347426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass15,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    15,095 miles
    Test number
    980065636272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE51 ZDF

Does LE51 ZDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE51 ZDF is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE51 ZDF?
The MOT on LE51 ZDF is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE51 ZDF done?
LE51 ZDF was recorded at 109,905 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 4,710 miles a year.
Has LE51 ZDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE51 ZDF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LE51 ZDF 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 LE51 ZDF find?
LE51 ZDF passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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