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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

LS51 UEDMOT history

LS51 UED is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 29,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LS51 UED silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
29,242 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 UED
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 UED was last recorded at 29,242 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,595 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
647 miles
Average per year
933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,242 miles
  • 2024 – 28,595 miles
  • 2023 – 27,921 miles
  • 2022 – 27,309 miles
  • 2021 – 26,565 miles
  • 2020 – 25,805 miles
  • 2019 – 25,301 miles
  • 2018 – 24,635 miles
  • 2017 – 23,927 miles
  • 2016 – 23,276 miles
  • 2015 – 22,494 miles
  • 2014 – 21,685 miles
  • 2013 – 20,749 miles
  • 2012 – 19,387 miles
  • 2011 – 18,930 miles
  • 2010 – 17,422 miles
  • 2009 – 15,880 miles
  • 2008 – 14,351 miles
  • 2007 – 12,754 miles
  • 2006 – 11,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,242 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    29,242 miles
    Test number
    897798739296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail29,242 miles (+647)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,242 miles
    Test number
    850748507569
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass28,595 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    28,595 miles
    Test number
    224522654222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail28,584 miles (+663)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,584 miles
    Test number
    865640968271
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass27,921 miles (+612)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    27,921 miles
    Test number
    846115160024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass27,309 miles (+744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    27,309 miles
    Test number
    472480237052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass26,565 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    26,565 miles
    Test number
    684652462218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail26,562 miles (+757)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,562 miles
    Test number
    376130434465
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass25,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    25,805 miles
    Test number
    497678495706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail25,805 miles (+504)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,805 miles
    Test number
    973089343518
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass25,301 miles (+666)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    25,301 miles
    Test number
    526137361583
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass24,635 miles (+708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    24,635 miles
    Test number
    754966705883
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel slightly binding
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass23,927 miles (+651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    23,927 miles
    Test number
    167709114299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass23,276 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    23,276 miles
    Test number
    373476553683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    22,494 miles
    Test number
    580475725913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail22,493 miles (+808)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,493 miles
    Test number
    185787896384
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass21,685 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    21,685 miles
    Test number
    646585764238
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded,rear shock absorbers weak.

  18. Fail21,685 miles (+936)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,685 miles
    Test number
    699725364276
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded,rear shock absorbers weak.

  19. Pass20,749 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    20,749 miles
    Test number
    376139563410
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension arm (rear) bush bonding beginning to deteriorate.
    • NoteSlight exhaust gas leak from rear exhaust silencer also silencer outer skin corroded & part insecure.

  20. Fail20,749 miles (+1,362)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,749 miles
    Test number
    665209263294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension arm (rear) bush bonding beginning to deteriorate.
    • NoteSlight exhaust gas leak from rear exhaust silencer also silencer outer skin corroded & part insecure.

  21. Fail19,387 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,387 miles
    Test number
    308982172451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass19,387 miles (+457)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    19,387 miles
    Test number
    759992472297
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass18,930 miles (+1,508)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    18,930 miles
    Test number
    185952971221
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated..

  24. Pass17,422 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    17,422 miles
    Test number
    263582470267
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread CUT's

  25. Fail17,422 miles (+1,542)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,422 miles
    Test number
    440852870259
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread CUT's

  26. Pass15,880 miles (+1,529)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    15,880 miles
    Test number
    430171179278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,351 miles (+1,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    14,351 miles
    Test number
    401034778259
    • 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)

  28. Pass12,754 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    12,754 miles
    Test number
    812974777255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass11,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    11,234 miles
    Test number
    393367876424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 UED

Does LS51 UED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 UED is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 UED?
The MOT on LS51 UED is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 UED done?
LS51 UED was recorded at 29,242 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 933 miles a year.
Has LS51 UED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 UED has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS51 UED 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 UED find?
LS51 UED passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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