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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LL57 HLDMOT history

LL57 HLD is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 172,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LL57 HLD black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
172,857 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL57 HLD
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
21 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL57 HLD was last recorded at 172,857 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 11,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,548 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,309 miles
Average per year
9,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,857 miles
  • 2025 – 161,548 miles
  • 2024 – 146,065 miles
  • 2023 – 143,610 miles
  • 2022 – 139,099 miles
  • 2021 – 129,350 miles
  • 2020 – 125,643 miles
  • 2019 – 119,775 miles
  • 2018 – 109,483 miles
  • 2017 – 102,783 miles
  • 2016 – 95,624 miles
  • 2015 – 88,371 miles
  • 2014 – 75,141 miles
  • 2013 – 59,755 miles
  • 2012 – 45,119 miles
  • 2011 – 27,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,857 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust blowing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,857 miles (+11,309)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    172,857 miles
    Test number
    893507401920
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass161,548 miles (+83)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    161,548 miles
    Test number
    219008115294
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also tyre perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also tyre bolding on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail161,465 miles (+15,400)8 major6 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,465 miles
    Test number
    534042239448
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing 1 wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also tyre perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also tyre bolding on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,065 miles (+70)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    146,065 miles
    Test number
    110853660558
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long

  5. Fail145,995 miles (+2,385)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,995 miles
    Test number
    101710422000
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle

  6. Pass143,610 miles (+4,511)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    143,610 miles
    Test number
    120002918540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass139,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    139,099 miles
    Test number
    731793115094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail139,099 miles (+9,749)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,099 miles
    Test number
    751653110410
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  9. Pass129,350 miles (+3,707)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,350 miles
    Test number
    307762588529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,643 miles (+5,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    125,643 miles
    Test number
    566137657220
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated travel is slightly high (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box started deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass119,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    119,775 miles
    Test number
    783913042540
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail119,775 miles (+10,292)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,775 miles
    Test number
    769576743802
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass109,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,483 miles
    Test number
    582344616278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail109,483 miles (+6,700)2 dangerous4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,483 miles
    Test number
    892890967039
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass102,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,783 miles
    Test number
    261003726153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,783 miles (+7,159)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,783 miles
    Test number
    584983660094
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass95,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    95,624 miles
    Test number
    907818170245
    • AdvisoryRear seats and belts can only be accessed through passenger side

  18. Fail95,624 miles (+7,253)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,624 miles
    Test number
    535154774087
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear seats and belts can only be accessed through passenger side

  19. Pass88,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,371 miles
    Test number
    368806175002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,371 miles (+13,230)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,371 miles
    Test number
    618026375099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass75,141 miles (+15,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,141 miles
    Test number
    495349324045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass59,755 miles (+14,636)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    727824823061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,119 miles (+17,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,119 miles
    Test number
    409783832055
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass27,415 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    27,415 miles
    Test number
    595761521081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL57 HLD

Does LL57 HLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL57 HLD is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL57 HLD?
The MOT on LL57 HLD is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL57 HLD done?
LL57 HLD was recorded at 172,857 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 9,372 miles a year.
Has LL57 HLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL57 HLD has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LL57 HLD 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 HLD find?
LL57 HLD passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 11 more.

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