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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LE57 KAJMOT history

LE57 KAJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LE57 KAJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
67,324 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 KAJ
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
16 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 KAJ was last recorded at 67,324 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 2,461 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,863 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2,461 miles
Average per year
3,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,324 miles
  • 2025 – 61,845 miles
  • 2024 – 58,151 miles
  • 2023 – 55,365 miles
  • 2022 – 51,170 miles
  • 2021 – 47,931 miles
  • 2019 – 44,506 miles
  • 2018 – 36,684 miles
  • 2017 – 27,970 miles
  • 2016 – 19,242 miles
  • 2015 – 16,079 miles
  • 2014 – 12,477 miles
  • 2013 – 10,653 miles
  • 2012 – 8,565 miles
  • 2011 – 7,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,324 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,324 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    67,324 miles
    Test number
    460331521320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    64,863 miles
    Test number
    945846864734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail64,863 miles (+3,018)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,863 miles
    Test number
    367338339023
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass61,845 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    61,845 miles
    Test number
    377506612140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    58,151 miles
    Test number
    708257474880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail58,151 miles (+2,786)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,151 miles
    Test number
    224012134171
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass55,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,365 miles
    Test number
    154072656394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,365 miles (+4,195)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,365 miles
    Test number
    511442907429
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  9. Pass51,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    51,170 miles
    Test number
    415540549799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,170 miles (+3,239)2 dangerous4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,170 miles
    Test number
    448909576899
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass47,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    47,931 miles
    Test number
    455920874248
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail47,931 miles (+3,425)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,931 miles
    Test number
    239058928459
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass44,506 miles (+4,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,506 miles
    Test number
    463852598970
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Pass40,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    40,131 miles
    Test number
    440930565457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,131 miles (+3,447)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,131 miles
    Test number
    119036689689
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass36,684 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    36,684 miles
    Test number
    287414075686
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail36,684 miles (+8,714)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,684 miles
    Test number
    146949411173
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass27,970 miles (+8,728)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    27,970 miles
    Test number
    603610640998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,242 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    19,242 miles
    Test number
    844252101885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,079 miles (+3,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    16,079 miles
    Test number
    468236355059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass12,477 miles (+1,824)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    12,477 miles
    Test number
    218196054033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,653 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    10,653 miles
    Test number
    836394923092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,565 miles (+1,555)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    8,565 miles
    Test number
    397590432035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    7,010 miles
    Test number
    477706141014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 KAJ

Does LE57 KAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 KAJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 KAJ?
The MOT on LE57 KAJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 KAJ done?
LE57 KAJ was recorded at 67,324 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 3,878 miles a year.
Has LE57 KAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 KAJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 KAJ 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 KAJ find?
LE57 KAJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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