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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LL57 CTFMOT history

LL57 CTF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2025.

LL57 CTF blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2026
Mileage
116,670 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL57 CTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL57 CTF was last recorded at 116,670 miles on 8 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,670 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,670 miles
  • 2024 – 115,626 miles
  • 2023 – 112,211 miles
  • 2022 – 109,272 miles
  • 2021 – 106,461 miles
  • 2020 – 102,721 miles
  • 2019 – 99,957 miles
  • 2018 – 97,588 miles
  • 2017 – 89,737 miles
  • 2016 – 75,179 miles
  • 2015 – 62,579 miles
  • 2014 – 50,645 miles
  • 2013 – 39,974 miles
  • 2012 – 27,473 miles
  • 2011 – 22,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,670 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    116,670 miles
    Test number
    266893249058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail116,670 miles (+1,044)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,670 miles
    Test number
    935017862447
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake requires service
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,626 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    115,626 miles
    Test number
    936248973359
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside service brake requires service

  4. Fail115,626 miles (+3,415)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,626 miles
    Test number
    256315660723
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside service brake requires service

  5. Pass112,211 miles (+2,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,211 miles
    Test number
    465241680286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear service brake requires service
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass109,272 miles (+2,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    109,272 miles
    Test number
    935343998144
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass106,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    958398201946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,461 miles (+3,740)4 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    581164528361
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass102,721 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,721 miles
    Test number
    202898022627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,719 miles (+2,762)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,719 miles
    Test number
    126197289331
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass99,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,957 miles
    Test number
    671272210497
    • AdvisoryExaust leak (flexi-pipe ?)

  12. Fail99,957 miles (+2,369)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,957 miles
    Test number
    261650970972
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExaust leak (flexi-pipe ?)

  13. Pass97,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,588 miles
    Test number
    610007282006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,588 miles (+7,851)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,588 miles
    Test number
    150519067820
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated excess crack through letters (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake performance test pass, however o/s park brake read low 85%

  15. Pass89,737 miles (+14,558)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,737 miles
    Test number
    689086828504
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass75,179 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    443467662688
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail75,179 miles (+12,600)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    705861213139
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended rear wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass62,579 miles (+11,934)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,579 miles
    Test number
    189307135067
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front wishbones rear bushes splitting/perishing
    • NoteFront brake pads worn close to limit & discs worn
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass50,645 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,645 miles
    Test number
    246256934016
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  20. Fail50,644 miles (+10,670)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,644 miles
    Test number
    105345734031
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  21. Pass39,974 miles (+12,501)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,974 miles
    Test number
    197588133036
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes splitting.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge down to 1.6mm.

  22. Pass27,473 miles (+4,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,473 miles
    Test number
    437693622022
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass22,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    22,965 miles
    Test number
    486873731007
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about LL57 CTF

Does LL57 CTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL57 CTF expired on 7 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL57 CTF?
The MOT on LL57 CTF expired on 7 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL57 CTF done?
LL57 CTF was recorded at 116,670 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2025, an average of 6,609 miles a year.
Has LL57 CTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL57 CTF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LL57 CTF 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 LL57 CTF find?
LL57 CTF passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm.

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