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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LL51 BBYMOT history

LL51 BBY is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 92,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LL51 BBY black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
92,705 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 BBY
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
15 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 BBY was last recorded at 92,705 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 4,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,550 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,155 miles
Average per year
4,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,705 miles
  • 2025 – 88,550 miles
  • 2024 – 83,412 miles
  • 2023 – 78,652 miles
  • 2022 – 75,157 miles
  • 2021 – 72,057 miles
  • 2020 – 68,182 miles
  • 2019 – 63,819 miles
  • 2018 – 58,428 miles
  • 2017 – 53,875 miles
  • 2016 – 49,346 miles
  • 2015 – 44,522 miles
  • 2014 – 38,991 miles
  • 2013 – 34,002 miles
  • 2012 – 27,953 miles
  • 2011 – 19,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,705 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

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 legal limit/worn on edge light wear inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge light wear inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,705 miles (+4,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    92,705 miles
    Test number
    223635961801
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass88,550 miles (+5,138)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,550 miles
    Test number
    199558298855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,412 miles
    Test number
    818957752293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,412 miles (+4,760)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,412 miles
    Test number
    819391147227
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass78,652 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,652 miles
    Test number
    259863355563
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge light wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge light wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail78,599 miles (+3,442)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,599 miles
    Test number
    208249529522
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated only just meets MOT requirements (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge light wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge light wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass75,157 miles (+3,100)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,157 miles
    Test number
    829728154680
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass72,057 miles (+3,875)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,057 miles
    Test number
    632388145020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,182 miles (+4,363)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,182 miles
    Test number
    859367727620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,819 miles (+5,391)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,819 miles
    Test number
    814321850420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,428 miles (+4,553)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,428 miles
    Test number
    133007365143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,875 miles (+4,529)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,875 miles
    Test number
    825648906099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    49,346 miles
    Test number
    416489660413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,346 miles (+4,824)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,346 miles
    Test number
    691844269366
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass44,522 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,522 miles
    Test number
    355468085101
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  16. Fail44,522 miles (+5,531)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,522 miles
    Test number
    719028585151
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  17. Pass38,991 miles (+4,989)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,991 miles
    Test number
    625481694148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arms, inner rear bushes starting to deteriorate

  18. Pass34,002 miles (+6,049)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,002 miles
    Test number
    908583293191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,953 miles (+8,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,953 miles
    Test number
    825164692133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass19,761 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    19,761 miles
    Test number
    806230301243
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LL51 BBY

Does LL51 BBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 BBY is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 BBY?
The MOT on LL51 BBY is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 BBY done?
LL51 BBY was recorded at 92,705 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,866 miles a year.
Has LL51 BBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 BBY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LL51 BBY 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 LL51 BBY find?
LL51 BBY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: central front lower exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe.

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