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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LE57 BNXMOT history

LE57 BNX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 154,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

LE57 BNX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
154,039 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 BNX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 BNX was last recorded at 154,039 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 11,209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,830 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,209 miles
Average per year
9,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,039 miles
  • 2025 – 142,830 miles
  • 2024 – 135,176 miles
  • 2023 – 127,502 miles
  • 2022 – 121,251 miles
  • 2021 – 111,842 miles
  • 2020 – 100,291 miles
  • 2019 – 95,048 miles
  • 2018 – 84,654 miles
  • 2017 – 66,101 miles
  • 2016 – 52,704 miles
  • 2015 – 44,962 miles
  • 2014 – 38,169 miles
  • 2013 – 30,853 miles
  • 2012 – 24,849 miles
  • 2011 – 17,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,039 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil recommended for replacement (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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.

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view of windscreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front windscreen as visor fitted to the top of screen cover appox 20%of the screen but not serious affecting the veiw

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear tyre wall slightly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear tyre wall slightly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Chip in front windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front tyres wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,039 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    154,039 miles
    Test number
    690478560317
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil recommended for replacement (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail154,039 miles (+11,209)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,039 miles
    Test number
    500425240868
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil recommended for replacement (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass142,830 miles (+7,654)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    142,830 miles
    Test number
    370503310862
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass135,176 miles (+97)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    135,176 miles
    Test number
    372316051745
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen as visor fitted to the top of screen cover appox 20%of the screen but not serious affecting the veiw
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wall slightly cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall slightly cracking

  5. Fail135,079 miles (+7,577)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,079 miles
    Test number
    791306557319
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake as no reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits co too high at fast idle (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen as visor fitted to the top of screen cover appox 20%of the screen but not serious affecting the veiw
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wall slightly cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall slightly cracking

  6. Pass127,502 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    127,502 miles
    Test number
    667679006795
    • AdvisoryChip in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  7. Fail127,428 miles (+6,177)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,428 miles
    Test number
    955924118309
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin Rear exhaust box missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  8. Pass121,251 miles (+9,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    121,251 miles
    Test number
    153974154540
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass111,842 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,842 miles
    Test number
    561263941740
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail111,842 miles (+11,551)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,842 miles
    Test number
    500016170572
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass100,291 miles (+506)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,291 miles
    Test number
    345430692550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,785 miles (+4,737)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,785 miles
    Test number
    404482602635
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass95,048 miles (+10,394)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,048 miles
    Test number
    606893258908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    267767254877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,654 miles (+18,553)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    246110461812
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass66,101 miles (+13,397)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,101 miles
    Test number
    354079107794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,704 miles (+7,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,704 miles
    Test number
    977982726982
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass44,962 miles (+6,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,962 miles
    Test number
    505417135038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass38,169 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,169 miles
    Test number
    799055544077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,118 miles (+7,265)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,118 miles
    Test number
    367443744020
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass30,853 miles (+6,004)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    30,853 miles
    Test number
    517329233049
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass24,849 miles (+7,360)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    24,849 miles
    Test number
    259604812076
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass17,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,489 miles
    Test number
    325520041064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 BNX

Does LE57 BNX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 BNX is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 BNX?
The MOT on LE57 BNX is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 BNX done?
LE57 BNX was recorded at 154,039 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 9,153 miles a year.
Has LE57 BNX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 BNX has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 BNX 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 LE57 BNX find?
LE57 BNX passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 2 more.

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