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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LE57 GUAMOT history

LE57 GUA is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

LE57 GUA silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
143,838 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 GUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 GUA was last recorded at 143,838 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,838 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,838 miles
  • 2024 – 137,223 miles
  • 2023 – 128,897 miles
  • 2022 – 124,474 miles
  • 2021 – 124,447 miles
  • 2020 – 124,383 miles
  • 2019 – 109,984 miles
  • 2018 – 100,460 miles
  • 2017 – 85,055 miles
  • 2016 – 69,718 miles
  • 2015 – 54,912 miles
  • 2014 – 40,156 miles
  • 2013 – 25,701 miles
  • 2012 – 11,923 miles
  • 2011 – 9,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,838 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light on, pre 01/07/2008 vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    143,838 miles
    Test number
    699035251446
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light on, pre 01/07/2008 vehicle

  2. Fail143,838 miles (+6,615)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,838 miles
    Test number
    825530632147
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light on, pre 01/07/2008 vehicle

  3. Pass137,223 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    137,223 miles
    Test number
    469062432956
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,182 miles (+8,285)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,182 miles
    Test number
    179203352161
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,897 miles (+251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,897 miles
    Test number
    908369513127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail128,646 miles (+4,172)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,646 miles
    Test number
    857099457972
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,474 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    124,474 miles
    Test number
    991954408799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass124,447 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,447 miles
    Test number
    179266141517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,383 miles (+3,945)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,383 miles
    Test number
    685190684436
    • MajorBrake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,438 miles (+10,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,438 miles
    Test number
    417494113101
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass109,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    109,984 miles
    Test number
    770207247309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,984 miles (+9,524)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,984 miles
    Test number
    280858169267
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt installation causes a lap belt to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (10.1 (u))

  13. Pass100,460 miles (+15,405)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    100,460 miles
    Test number
    955923313048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,055 miles (+15,337)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,055 miles
    Test number
    347475058852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,718 miles (+14,806)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,718 miles
    Test number
    316735943584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,912 miles
    Test number
    385440225092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,912 miles (+14,756)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,912 miles
    Test number
    858720025047
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass40,156 miles (+14,455)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    40,156 miles
    Test number
    925226414076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,701 miles (+13,778)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    25,701 miles
    Test number
    466691823049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,923 miles
    Test number
    359743322066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail11,923 miles (+2,908)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,923 miles
    Test number
    987943222020
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Fail9,015 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,015 miles
    Test number
    517765401080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass9,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    9,015 miles
    Test number
    887625401038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 GUA

Does LE57 GUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 GUA expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 GUA?
The MOT on LE57 GUA expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 GUA done?
LE57 GUA was recorded at 143,838 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 9,490 miles a year.
Has LE57 GUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 GUA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 GUA 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 GUA find?
LE57 GUA passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; engine malfunction light on, pre 01/07/2008 vehicle.

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