Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,400 cc

LS07 XBLMOT history

LS07 XBL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2025.

LS07 XBL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2026
Mileage
156,323 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,050 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LS07 XBL in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LS07 XBL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS07 XBL was last recorded at 156,323 miles on 23 Aug 2025, 11,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,183 miles · 26 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
11,140 miles
Average per year
9,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,323 miles
  • 2024 – 145,183 miles
  • 2023 – 116,486 miles
  • 2022 – 113,788 miles
  • 2021 – 103,987 miles
  • 2020 – 96,646 miles
  • 2019 – 91,175 miles
  • 2018 – 79,225 miles
  • 2017 – 72,926 miles
  • 2016 – 60,632 miles
  • 2015 – 50,092 miles
  • 2014 – 41,759 miles
  • 2013 – 36,236 miles
  • 2012 – 29,256 miles
  • 2011 – 23,144 miles
  • 2010 – 18,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,323 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,323 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    156,323 miles
    Test number
    444949278254
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail156,323 miles (+11,140)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,323 miles
    Test number
    282050228654
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass145,183 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,183 miles
    Test number
    962506607968
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail145,183 miles (+28,697)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,183 miles
    Test number
    566004221134
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,486 miles (+2,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,486 miles
    Test number
    888151356939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass113,788 miles (+9,801)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,788 miles
    Test number
    138557445819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    103,987 miles
    Test number
    686004052599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,985 miles (+2,096)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,985 miles
    Test number
    546047004673
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  9. Fail101,889 miles (+5,243)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,889 miles
    Test number
    919401135960
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass96,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,646 miles
    Test number
    853441826382
    • AdvisoryFront plate cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has cut no cords

  11. Fail96,646 miles (+5,471)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,646 miles
    Test number
    449465915254
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront plate cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has cut no cords

  12. Pass91,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,175 miles
    Test number
    372034166329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,175 miles (+11,950)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,175 miles
    Test number
    680873114538
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass79,225 miles (+6,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,225 miles
    Test number
    292096619460
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass72,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    72,926 miles
    Test number
    105954404275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,926 miles (+12,294)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,926 miles
    Test number
    109127023708
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass60,632 miles (+10,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,632 miles
    Test number
    152472524224
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre misshaped worn low 185/60/14
    • AdvisoryRear brake application uneven

  18. Pass50,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,092 miles
    Test number
    905894115123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,092 miles (+8,333)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,092 miles
    Test number
    988704615121
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass41,759 miles (+5,523)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    868966204159
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass36,236 miles (+6,980)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,236 miles
    Test number
    846945803139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,256 miles (+6,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,256 miles
    Test number
    578178002196
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  23. Pass23,144 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,144 miles
    Test number
    766471511154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    18,739 miles
    Test number
    730281960118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS07 XBL

Does LS07 XBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS07 XBL expired on 28 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS07 XBL?
The MOT on LS07 XBL expired on 28 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS07 XBL done?
LS07 XBL was recorded at 156,323 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2025, an average of 9,050 miles a year.
Has LS07 XBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS07 XBL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS07 XBL 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 LS07 XBL find?
LS07 XBL passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

Related registrations

Browse all LS07X registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.