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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LE57 NKPMOT history

LE57 NKP is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 120,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LE57 NKP grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
120,708 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 NKP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 NKP was last recorded at 120,708 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,605 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
6,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,708 miles
  • 2025 – 116,452 miles
  • 2024 – 112,843 miles
  • 2023 – 109,070 miles
  • 2022 – 105,101 miles
  • 2021 – 99,637 miles
  • 2020 – 96,498 miles
  • 2019 – 90,299 miles
  • 2018 – 84,506 miles
  • 2017 – 77,473 miles
  • 2016 – 71,835 miles
  • 2015 – 62,949 miles
  • 2014 – 53,251 miles
  • 2013 – 44,476 miles
  • 2012 – 35,013 miles
  • 2011 – 27,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,708 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Also secured by tape

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,708 miles (+103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    120,708 miles
    Test number
    870627695301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Fail120,605 miles (+4,153)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,605 miles
    Test number
    281651052150
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass116,452 miles (+3,609)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    116,452 miles
    Test number
    707080874209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    197772636622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside indicator damaged
  5. Fail112,843 miles (+3,773)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    396188086780
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside indicator damaged
  6. Pass109,070 miles (+42)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,070 miles
    Test number
    758575917369
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Also secured by tape (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail109,028 miles (+3,927)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,028 miles
    Test number
    782248703270
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure 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 insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Also secured by tape (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Repeator lens slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass105,101 miles (+5,464)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,101 miles
    Test number
    806556437022
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  9. Pass99,637 miles (+3,139)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,637 miles
    Test number
    102408183650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,498 miles (+6,199)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,498 miles
    Test number
    667905303744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,299 miles (+5,793)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,299 miles
    Test number
    746089906773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,506 miles (+7,033)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,506 miles
    Test number
    352992350385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,473 miles (+5,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,473 miles
    Test number
    675275083834
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres worn very close to prescribed limit
  14. Pass71,835 miles (+8,886)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,835 miles
    Test number
    379086261367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,949 miles (+9,698)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,949 miles
    Test number
    739732065039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,251 miles (+8,775)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,251 miles
    Test number
    236814384027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,476 miles (+9,463)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,476 miles
    Test number
    136485663455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,013 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,013 miles
    Test number
    248066662084
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteDamage to windscreen just legal
    • NoteRear tyres cracking
  19. Pass35,013 miles (+7,775)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,013 miles
    Test number
    819926462069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteDamage to windscreen just legal
    • NoteRear tyres cracking
  20. Pass27,238 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,238 miles
    Test number
    748309461093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE57 NKP

Does LE57 NKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 NKP is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 NKP?
The MOT on LE57 NKP is valid until 27 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 NKP done?
LE57 NKP was recorded at 120,708 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 6,229 miles a year.
Has LE57 NKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 NKP has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 NKP 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 NKP find?
LE57 NKP passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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