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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

LS51 AROMOT history

LS51 ARO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 73,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LS51 ARO blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
73,391 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 ARO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 ARO was last recorded at 73,391 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 4,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,108 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,283 miles
Average per year
2,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,391 miles
  • 2024 – 69,108 miles
  • 2023 – 67,215 miles
  • 2022 – 58,714 miles
  • 2021 – 56,427 miles
  • 2020 – 55,712 miles
  • 2019 – 54,831 miles
  • 2018 – 52,931 miles
  • 2017 – 50,598 miles
  • 2015 – 47,609 miles
  • 2014 – 45,581 miles
  • 2013 – 43,939 miles
  • 2012 – 42,687 miles
  • 2011 – 39,997 miles
  • 2010 – 38,359 miles
  • 2009 – 36,287 miles
  • 2008 – 34,580 miles
  • 2007 – 32,675 miles
  • 2006 – 32,149 miles
  • 2005 – 30,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,391 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,391 miles (+4,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    73,391 miles
    Test number
    429541840375
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Pass69,108 miles (+1,893)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    69,108 miles
    Test number
    193635708143
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,215 miles (+8,501)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    67,215 miles
    Test number
    254910206032
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass58,714 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    58,714 miles
    Test number
    937807543352
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail58,660 miles (+2,233)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,660 miles
    Test number
    798016181821
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass56,427 miles (+58)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    56,427 miles
    Test number
    987993020984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail56,369 miles (+657)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,369 miles
    Test number
    612908160191
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass55,712 miles (+881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,712 miles
    Test number
    864592973430
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass54,831 miles (+1,900)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,831 miles
    Test number
    127393748732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    52,931 miles
    Test number
    496773921176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail52,931 miles (+2,333)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,931 miles
    Test number
    550308090589
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass50,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,598 miles
    Test number
    296865060914
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail50,598 miles (+2,989)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,598 miles
    Test number
    272309215731
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass47,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,609 miles
    Test number
    255329812885
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  15. Fail47,609 miles (+2,028)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,609 miles
    Test number
    208688123268
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  16. Pass45,581 miles (+1,642)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,581 miles
    Test number
    309551834275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,939 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,939 miles
    Test number
    635985923233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,687 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,687 miles
    Test number
    996127922269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,997 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    39,997 miles
    Test number
    518134311276
    • NoteN/s front wishbone bush splitting
    • NotePlay in steering

  20. Fail39,994 miles (+1,635)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,994 miles
    Test number
    179493211278
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteN/s front wishbone bush splitting
    • NotePlay in steering

  21. Pass38,359 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,359 miles
    Test number
    921150010209
    • NoteFront brake dicss worn/ lipped
    • NoteRear exhaust box very corrision

  22. Fail38,359 miles (+2,072)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,359 miles
    Test number
    943660910295
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront brake dicss worn/ lipped
    • NoteRear exhaust box very corrision

  23. Pass36,287 miles (+1,707)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,287 miles
    Test number
    301818609495
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusting

  24. Pass34,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,580 miles
    Test number
    923086808200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,580 miles (+1,905)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,580 miles
    Test number
    434856008239
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  26. Pass32,675 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,675 miles
    Test number
    594275897093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,149 miles (+1,704)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,149 miles
    Test number
    921642976242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres starting to perish on side walls

  28. Pass30,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    30,445 miles
    Test number
    670214665261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 ARO

Does LS51 ARO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 ARO is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS51 ARO?
The MOT on LS51 ARO is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 ARO done?
LS51 ARO was recorded at 73,391 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 2,130 miles a year.
Has LS51 ARO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 ARO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS51 ARO 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 LS51 ARO find?
LS51 ARO passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear nail in tyre.

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