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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LE57 JZTMOT history

LE57 JZT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

LE57 JZT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,415 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 JZT
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
5 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 JZT was last recorded at 99,415 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 4,499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,916 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,499 miles
Average per year
5,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,415 miles
  • 2024 – 94,916 miles
  • 2023 – 90,300 miles
  • 2022 – 89,238 miles
  • 2021 – 88,692 miles
  • 2020 – 84,007 miles
  • 2019 – 81,893 miles
  • 2018 – 72,158 miles
  • 2017 – 67,027 miles
  • 2016 – 63,075 miles
  • 2015 – 51,822 miles
  • 2014 – 43,042 miles
  • 2013 – 35,293 miles
  • 2012 – 29,653 miles
  • 2010 – 23,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,415 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on them and n/s lamp has condensation (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,415 miles (+4,499)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,415 miles
    Test number
    488570552578
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on them and n/s lamp has condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  2. Pass94,916 miles (+4,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,916 miles
    Test number
    566509643172
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass90,300 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    90,300 miles
    Test number
    555622711785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer cover corroded

  4. Fail90,300 miles (+1,062)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,300 miles
    Test number
    656870484958
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer cover corroded

  5. Pass89,238 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,238 miles
    Test number
    345253899365
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight plat in n/s inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryO/s/f fog light n/w
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  6. Fail89,238 miles (+546)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,238 miles
    Test number
    638197197610
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight plat in n/s inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryO/s/f fog light n/w
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  7. Pass88,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,692 miles
    Test number
    749616125003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer outer shell corroded

  8. Fail88,692 miles (+4,685)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,692 miles
    Test number
    734897154840
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer outer shell corroded

  9. Pass84,007 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,007 miles
    Test number
    678596721397
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Fail84,006 miles (+2,113)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,006 miles
    Test number
    736998930587
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  11. Pass81,893 miles (+526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,893 miles
    Test number
    423146040370
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing rusty

  12. Fail81,367 miles (+9,209)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,367 miles
    Test number
    238264789443
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing inner edge, rear exhaust corroded, handbrake travel, windscreen slightly damaged

  13. Pass72,158 miles (+5,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    72,158 miles
    Test number
    298541016903
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded,ns rear tyre pressure ??

  14. Pass67,027 miles (+3,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,027 miles
    Test number
    574718095556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass63,075 miles (+11,253)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    63,075 miles
    Test number
    804393191466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,822 miles (+23)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,822 miles
    Test number
    165050325450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail51,799 miles (+8,757)2 dangerous3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,799 miles
    Test number
    615367215066
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass43,042 miles (+7,749)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,042 miles
    Test number
    936880414087
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass35,293 miles (+5,640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    35,293 miles
    Test number
    807161933033
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass29,653 miles (+6,289)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,653 miles
    Test number
    146036812483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,364 miles
    Test number
    743029940334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,364 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,364 miles
    Test number
    432419240461
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LE57 JZT

Does LE57 JZT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 JZT is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 JZT?
The MOT on LE57 JZT is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 JZT done?
LE57 JZT was recorded at 99,415 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,028 miles a year.
Has LE57 JZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 JZT has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LE57 JZT 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 JZT find?
LE57 JZT passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on them and n/s lamp has condensation, and 3 more.

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