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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LE57 JGUMOT history

LE57 JGU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 166,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

LE57 JGU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
166,497 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 JGU
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
26 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 JGU was last recorded at 166,497 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 14,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,483 miles · 28 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
14,014 miles
Average per year
10,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,497 miles
  • 2025 – 152,483 miles
  • 2024 – 142,424 miles
  • 2023 – 139,095 miles
  • 2022 – 117,344 miles
  • 2021 – 96,065 miles
  • 2020 – 81,794 miles
  • 2019 – 68,532 miles
  • 2018 – 47,768 miles
  • 2017 – 31,569 miles
  • 2016 – 24,139 miles
  • 2015 – 20,305 miles
  • 2014 – 17,463 miles
  • 2013 – 14,750 miles
  • 2012 – 11,863 miles
  • 2011 – 8,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,497 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,497 miles (+14,014)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    166,497 miles
    Test number
    818482904277
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Pass152,483 miles (+10,059)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    152,483 miles
    Test number
    347344602364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrodid
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high

  3. Pass142,424 miles (+3,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    142,424 miles
    Test number
    128944558811
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust backbox cover rustey

  4. Pass139,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,095 miles
    Test number
    509016466232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail139,095 miles (+21,751)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,095 miles
    Test number
    139296532976
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,344 miles (+21,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,344 miles
    Test number
    192290192269
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,065 miles
    Test number
    425531194873
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail96,065 miles (+14,271)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,065 miles
    Test number
    748066040423
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass81,794 miles (+13,262)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,794 miles
    Test number
    692520935443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,532 miles
    Test number
    780059610792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,532 miles (+20,764)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,532 miles
    Test number
    927161774042
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass47,768 miles (+307)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,768 miles
    Test number
    613297415572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,461 miles (+15,892)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,461 miles
    Test number
    822231756730
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Pass31,569 miles (+7,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    31,569 miles
    Test number
    352549041360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass24,139 miles (+3,834)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    24,139 miles
    Test number
    845565473997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,305 miles (+2,842)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    20,305 miles
    Test number
    809663225032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyrewall perrished

  17. Pass17,463 miles (+2,713)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    17,463 miles
    Test number
    186334324484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyrewall perrished

  18. Pass14,750 miles (+2,887)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    14,750 miles
    Test number
    335411613092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,863 miles (+2,881)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,863 miles
    Test number
    505149612063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    8,982 miles
    Test number
    496327111064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 JGU

Does LE57 JGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 JGU is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 JGU?
The MOT on LE57 JGU is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 JGU done?
LE57 JGU was recorded at 166,497 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 10,197 miles a year.
Has LE57 JGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 JGU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LE57 JGU 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 JGU find?
LE57 JGU passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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