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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LE57 GSVMOT history

LE57 GSV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 55,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LE57 GSV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
55,382 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 GSV
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
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 GSV was last recorded at 55,382 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,561 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
821 miles
Average per year
2,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,382 miles
  • 2025 – 54,561 miles
  • 2023 – 52,243 miles
  • 2022 – 50,313 miles
  • 2021 – 47,809 miles
  • 2020 – 46,551 miles
  • 2019 – 45,109 miles
  • 2018 – 42,854 miles
  • 2017 – 40,308 miles
  • 2016 – 37,392 miles
  • 2015 – 35,155 miles
  • 2014 – 32,445 miles
  • 2013 – 26,036 miles
  • 2012 – 24,727 miles
  • 2011 – 20,482 miles
  • 2010 – 15,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,382 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,382 miles5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    55,382 miles
    Test number
    935625069755
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged

  2. Fail55,382 miles (+821)1 major5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,382 miles
    Test number
    905527174057
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. one runner not locking in place (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged

  3. Pass54,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    54,561 miles
    Test number
    244405306622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,561 miles (+2,318)5 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,561 miles
    Test number
    669335795533
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass52,243 miles (+1,930)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    52,243 miles
    Test number
    155296102531
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass50,313 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    50,313 miles
    Test number
    601728173360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,809 miles (+1,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    47,809 miles
    Test number
    329876364381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass46,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    46,551 miles
    Test number
    453043824108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail46,550 miles (+1,441)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,550 miles
    Test number
    862274642623
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass45,109 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,109 miles
    Test number
    879265956153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,095 miles (+2,241)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,095 miles
    Test number
    760320183730
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass42,854 miles (+2,546)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    42,854 miles
    Test number
    807883374491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    40,308 miles
    Test number
    356177162930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,308 miles (+2,916)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,308 miles
    Test number
    472034270702
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass37,392 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    37,392 miles
    Test number
    282624989206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,390 miles (+2,235)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,390 miles
    Test number
    476603244444
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass35,155 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    35,155 miles
    Test number
    998948445864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on tread

  18. Fail35,155 miles (+2,710)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,155 miles
    Test number
    578510922557
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on tread

  19. Pass32,445 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    32,445 miles
    Test number
    306223144375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge

  20. Fail32,445 miles (+2,454)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,445 miles
    Test number
    458573644370
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteNearside mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge

  21. Pass29,991 miles (+3,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    29,991 miles
    Test number
    508910234022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass26,036 miles (+1,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    26,036 miles
    Test number
    378406033048
    • 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)

  23. Pass24,727 miles (+4,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,727 miles
    Test number
    747692682256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • 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)

  24. Pass20,482 miles (+4,539)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    20,482 miles
    Test number
    555522521369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    15,943 miles
    Test number
    313650750396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 GSV

Does LE57 GSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 GSV is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 GSV?
The MOT on LE57 GSV is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 GSV done?
LE57 GSV was recorded at 55,382 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 2,587 miles a year.
Has LE57 GSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 GSV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 GSV 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 GSV find?
LE57 GSV passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 5 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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