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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LE57 EFGMOT history

LE57 EFG is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

LE57 EFG black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
130,630 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 EFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 EFG was last recorded at 130,630 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2020: 93,083 miles, lower than 93,963 miles on 5 Mar 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
130,544 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
7,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,630 miles
  • 2025 – 126,122 miles
  • 2024 – 119,332 miles
  • 2023 – 113,900 miles
  • 2022 – 105,340 miles
  • 2021 – 100,830 miles
  • 2020 – 93,083 miles
  • 2019 – 75,308 miles
  • 2018 – 71,523 miles
  • 2017 – 64,521 miles
  • 2016 – 57,774 miles
  • 2015 – 50,801 miles
  • 2014 – 43,041 miles
  • 2013 – 31,325 miles
  • 2012 – 19,632 miles
  • 2011 – 14,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,630 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi & back box (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operationRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operationRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,630 miles (+86)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    130,630 miles
    Test number
    443899737017
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi & back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation

  2. Fail130,544 miles (+4,422)5 major1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,544 miles
    Test number
    709290794689
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel insecure Wing insecure; Also likely to cause injury if caught or grazed (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment excessive travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi & back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism slow in operation

  3. Pass126,122 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    126,122 miles
    Test number
    880018319341
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail126,122 miles (+6,790)1 dangerous5 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,122 miles
    Test number
    785491781468
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (NSF outer) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass119,332 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,332 miles
    Test number
    485847594138
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail119,332 miles (+5,432)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,332 miles
    Test number
    727151932540
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass113,900 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    113,900 miles
    Test number
    739957044387
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail113,892 miles (+8,552)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,892 miles
    Test number
    568586891761
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass105,340 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,340 miles
    Test number
    488591759770
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail105,340 miles (+4,510)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,340 miles
    Test number
    506976752962
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass100,830 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,830 miles
    Test number
    690979543323
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retraction device slow in operation - but does satisfactorily operate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retraction device slow in operation - but does satisfactorily operate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail100,830 miles (+7,747)3 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,830 miles
    Test number
    572439772288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt retraction device slow in operation - but does satisfactorily operate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt retraction device slow in operation - but does satisfactorily operate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass93,083 miles (-880)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,083 miles
    Test number
    591975669225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,963 miles (+18,655)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,963 miles
    Test number
    831429766420
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  15. Pass75,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,308 miles
    Test number
    895865180756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,308 miles (+3,785)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,308 miles
    Test number
    304789897755
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  17. Pass71,523 miles (+7,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,523 miles
    Test number
    156386117136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,521 miles (+6,747)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,521 miles
    Test number
    897562891061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,774 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,774 miles
    Test number
    507198476621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,582 miles (+6,781)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,582 miles
    Test number
    109663970751
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass50,801 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,801 miles
    Test number
    218446975013
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail50,797 miles (+7,756)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,797 miles
    Test number
    808815575083
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass43,041 miles (+11,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,041 miles
    Test number
    778772574068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass31,325 miles (+11,693)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,325 miles
    Test number
    805720283078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOff side front tyre wearing thin 2.mm

  25. Pass19,632 miles (+4,793)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,632 miles
    Test number
    895620882008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,839 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,839 miles
    Test number
    288933211096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail14,839 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,839 miles
    Test number
    596143611077
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE57 EFG

Does LE57 EFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 EFG is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 EFG?
The MOT on LE57 EFG is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 EFG done?
LE57 EFG was recorded at 130,630 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 7,477 miles a year.
Has LE57 EFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 EFG has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 EFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE57 EFG find?
LE57 EFG passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 4 more.

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