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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LE57 EFBMOT history

LE57 EFB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2024.

LE57 EFB blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2024
Mileage
102,718 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2024
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,921 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 EFB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE57 EFB was last recorded at 102,718 miles on 10 Apr 2024, 6,299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,419 miles · 15 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
6,299 miles
Average per year
6,921 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,718 miles
  • 2023 – 96,419 miles
  • 2022 – 89,706 miles
  • 2021 – 84,305 miles
  • 2020 – 79,641 miles
  • 2019 – 71,355 miles
  • 2018 – 64,777 miles
  • 2017 – 58,849 miles
  • 2016 – 50,549 miles
  • 2015 – 38,885 miles
  • 2014 – 29,469 miles
  • 2013 – 26,599 miles
  • 2012 – 17,889 miles
  • 2011 – 10,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,718 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR SUPPORT BUSH POOR CONDITION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR SUPPORT BUSH POOR CONDITION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,718 miles (+6,299)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,718 miles
    Test number
    606918549552
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass96,419 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,419 miles
    Test number
    182564905769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7MM Tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail96,419 miles (+6,713)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,419 miles
    Test number
    478770835580
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7MM Tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,706 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,706 miles
    Test number
    356040680761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR SUPPORT BUSH POOR CONDITION (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR SUPPORT BUSH POOR CONDITION (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail89,706 miles (+5,401)1 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,706 miles
    Test number
    277718199724
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel EXCESS TRAVELL ON LEVER (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing UNABLE TO OPEN FUEL FLAP (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR SUPPORT BUSH POOR CONDITION (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR SUPPORT BUSH POOR CONDITION (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass84,305 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,305 miles
    Test number
    807496001902
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroding

  7. Fail85,304 miles (+5,663)1 major5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,304 miles
    Test number
    472043590837
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroding

  8. Pass79,641 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    79,641 miles
    Test number
    701514919920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,634 miles (+8,279)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,634 miles
    Test number
    910557524989
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass71,355 miles (+6,578)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    327425110162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,777 miles (+5,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,777 miles
    Test number
    464017977720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass58,849 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,849 miles
    Test number
    798936000938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Fail58,849 miles (+8,300)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,849 miles
    Test number
    867427167846
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass50,549 miles (+11,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    50,549 miles
    Test number
    129473887843
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass38,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    38,885 miles
    Test number
    235677185033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,885 miles (+9,416)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,885 miles
    Test number
    639857385037
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass29,469 miles (+2,870)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,469 miles
    Test number
    468952094047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,599 miles (+8,710)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,599 miles
    Test number
    267813833407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  19. Pass17,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,889 miles
    Test number
    756711282045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail17,889 miles (+6,925)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,889 miles
    Test number
    159001682039
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light indicates a fault

  21. Pass10,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    10,964 miles
    Test number
    146027901468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 EFB

Does LE57 EFB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 EFB expired on 14 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 EFB?
The MOT on LE57 EFB expired on 14 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 EFB done?
LE57 EFB was recorded at 102,718 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2024, an average of 6,921 miles a year.
Has LE57 EFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 EFB has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LE57 EFB 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 EFB find?
LE57 EFB failed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2024 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 4 more.

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