Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LE57 JHUMOT history

LE57 JHU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

LE57 JHU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
111,172 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,593 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LE57 JHU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 JHU
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
19 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 JHU was last recorded at 111,172 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 5,386 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,786 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,386 miles
Average per year
6,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,172 miles
  • 2025 – 105,786 miles
  • 2024 – 100,231 miles
  • 2023 – 92,900 miles
  • 2022 – 85,784 miles
  • 2021 – 80,136 miles
  • 2020 – 77,163 miles
  • 2019 – 70,752 miles
  • 2018 – 63,613 miles
  • 2017 – 55,465 miles
  • 2016 – 48,391 miles
  • 2015 – 40,243 miles
  • 2014 – 28,863 miles
  • 2013 – 21,393 miles
  • 2012 – 17,416 miles
  • 2011 – 12,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,172 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Top mount corrosion not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,172 miles (+5,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    111,172 miles
    Test number
    579833437593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass105,786 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,786 miles
    Test number
    648366283361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top mount corrosion not excessive

  3. Fail105,786 miles (+5,555)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,786 miles
    Test number
    848819915478
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top mount corrosion not excessive

  4. Pass100,231 miles (+7,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,231 miles
    Test number
    418505519385
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Pass92,900 miles (+7,116)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,900 miles
    Test number
    460113180716
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  6. Pass85,784 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,784 miles
    Test number
    439586572045
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  7. Fail85,784 miles (+5,648)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,784 miles
    Test number
    712993394485
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  8. Pass80,136 miles (+2,973)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,136 miles
    Test number
    420847196689
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer is starting to rush/deteriorated secure and no leaks present

  9. Pass77,163 miles (+6,411)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,163 miles
    Test number
    325967879084
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV boot starting to deteriorate and has surface cracks forming (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Power steering rubber hoses have slight misting of fluid (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is starting to rust / deteriorate. Secure and no leaks at present

  10. Pass70,752 miles (+7,139)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,752 miles
    Test number
    508873975145
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system has corrosion forming and starting to deteriorate. Secure and no leaks at present.

  11. Pass63,613 miles (+8,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,613 miles
    Test number
    911729656587
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust system brackets are starting to deteriorte.
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% upper tailgate (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass55,465 miles (+7,074)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,465 miles
    Test number
    706233797024
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust system and hanging brackets starting to deteriorate.
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass48,391 miles (+8,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,391 miles
    Test number
    960701985447
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass40,243 miles (+11,380)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,243 miles
    Test number
    759073145001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,863 miles (+7,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,863 miles
    Test number
    537437734052
    • 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)

  16. Pass21,393 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    21,393 miles
    Test number
    165441753095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,416 miles (+4,752)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,416 miles
    Test number
    398634052053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    12,664 miles
    Test number
    508262161016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 JHU

Does LE57 JHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 JHU is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 JHU?
The MOT on LE57 JHU is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 JHU done?
LE57 JHU was recorded at 111,172 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 6,593 miles a year.
Has LE57 JHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 JHU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 JHU 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 JHU find?
LE57 JHU passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

Related registrations

Browse all LE57J registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.