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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LE57 JHXMOT history

LE57 JHX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2025.

LE57 JHX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2025
Mileage
96,270 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 JHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE57 JHX was last recorded at 96,270 miles on 20 Jan 2025, 5,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,164 miles · 25 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,106 miles
Average per year
5,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,270 miles
  • 2024 – 91,164 miles
  • 2023 – 85,780 miles
  • 2022 – 80,522 miles
  • 2021 – 75,675 miles
  • 2020 – 70,134 miles
  • 2019 – 64,805 miles
  • 2018 – 58,719 miles
  • 2017 – 52,819 miles
  • 2016 – 47,737 miles
  • 2015 – 41,939 miles
  • 2014 – 36,953 miles
  • 2013 – 30,726 miles
  • 2012 – 23,494 miles
  • 2011 – 17,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,270 miles
  • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust System In Poor Condition-Flex Pipe And Rear Box
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTemporary Fuel Cap FittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust In Poor Condition - Front Flexible Piece And Rear Box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush - Into Subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail96,270 miles (+5,106)9 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,270 miles
    Test number
    544268224122
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System In Poor Condition-Flex Pipe And Rear Box
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary Fuel Cap Fitted

  2. Pass91,164 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    91,164 miles
    Test number
    519370826056
    • AdvisoryExhaust In Poor Condition - Front Flexible Piece And Rear Box
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush - Into Subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary Fuel Cap Fitted

  3. Fail91,164 miles (+5,384)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,164 miles
    Test number
    336363867883
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust In Poor Condition - Front Flexible Piece And Rear Box
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush - Into Subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary Fuel Cap Fitted

  4. Pass85,780 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,780 miles
    Test number
    371346783167
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Corroded

  5. Fail85,780 miles (+5,258)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,780 miles
    Test number
    918681282694
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Housing and cover damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Corroded

  6. Pass80,522 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,522 miles
    Test number
    802059011084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail80,521 miles (+4,846)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,521 miles
    Test number
    168968999500
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass75,675 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,675 miles
    Test number
    709323929110
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 7/14 LEDs working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail75,675 miles (+5,541)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,675 miles
    Test number
    788027791128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 7/14 LEDs working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass70,134 miles (+5,329)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,134 miles
    Test number
    887460276163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,805 miles
    Test number
    626671027144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,795 miles (+6,076)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,795 miles
    Test number
    933390487640
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Pass58,719 miles (+5,900)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    58,719 miles
    Test number
    228422285360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    370030750685
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing low

  15. Fail52,819 miles (+5,082)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    557812479026
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing low

  16. Pass47,737 miles (+5,798)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,737 miles
    Test number
    311009649179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,939 miles (+4,986)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,939 miles
    Test number
    959921825033
    • NoteBoth front tyers slightly wearing on the edges

  18. Pass36,953 miles (+6,227)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    36,953 miles
    Test number
    316757824065
    • NoteFront brake pads re check at approx 2000mils
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low on the inner edge

  19. Pass30,726 miles (+7,232)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,726 miles
    Test number
    248540033003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,494 miles (+6,164)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    23,494 miles
    Test number
    136495642011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,330 miles
    Test number
    885898141035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail17,327 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,327 miles
    Test number
    946708541064
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE57 JHX

Does LE57 JHX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 JHX expired on 29 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 JHX?
The MOT on LE57 JHX expired on 29 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 JHX done?
LE57 JHX was recorded at 96,270 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2025, an average of 5,669 miles a year.
Has LE57 JHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 JHX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 JHX 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 JHX find?
LE57 JHX failed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2025 with 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 18 more.

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