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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,800 cc

LS57 JFNMOT history

LS57 JFN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

LS57 JFN black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
134,843 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 JFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS57 JFN was last recorded at 134,843 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 8,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,867 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,976 miles
Average per year
7,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,843 miles
  • 2025 – 125,867 miles
  • 2024 – 116,563 miles
  • 2023 – 106,346 miles
  • 2022 – 95,524 miles
  • 2021 – 85,528 miles
  • 2020 – 76,352 miles
  • 2019 – 68,666 miles
  • 2018 – 55,104 miles
  • 2017 – 51,307 miles
  • 2016 – 43,417 miles
  • 2015 – 38,020 miles
  • 2013 – 31,769 miles
  • 2012 – 29,687 miles
  • 2011 – 18,566 miles
  • 2010 – 11,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,843 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,843 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    134,843 miles
    Test number
    318252263167
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail134,843 miles (+8,976)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,843 miles
    Test number
    494785988174
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass125,867 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    125,867 miles
    Test number
    252901336681
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail125,864 miles (+9,301)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,864 miles
    Test number
    522595226068
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass116,563 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,563 miles
    Test number
    410967903038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail116,563 miles (+10,217)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,563 miles
    Test number
    528532594966
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass106,346 miles (+10,822)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    106,346 miles
    Test number
    662487852794
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass95,524 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,524 miles
    Test number
    590034902949
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail95,522 miles (+9,994)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,522 miles
    Test number
    181855118628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass85,528 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,528 miles
    Test number
    128756497955
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted.
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted.

  11. Fail85,524 miles (+9,172)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,524 miles
    Test number
    635878861851
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Flexible brake mount detached from axle. (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted.
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted.

  12. Pass76,352 miles (+7,686)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,352 miles
    Test number
    800646828602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,666 miles
    Test number
    156370632311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,666 miles (+5,135)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,666 miles
    Test number
    226243446487
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass63,531 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,531 miles
    Test number
    674831621349
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  16. Fail63,531 miles (+8,427)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,531 miles
    Test number
    572522578795
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  17. Pass55,104 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,104 miles
    Test number
    225911340106
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  18. Fail55,060 miles (+3,753)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,060 miles
    Test number
    668446238326
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  19. Pass51,307 miles (+7,890)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,307 miles
    Test number
    919959343206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    43,417 miles
    Test number
    571220528068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,417 miles (+5,397)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,417 miles
    Test number
    104730899225
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

  22. Pass38,020 miles (+6,251)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,020 miles
    Test number
    708446075012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,769 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,769 miles
    Test number
    339480323302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,687 miles (+11,121)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,687 miles
    Test number
    988092222323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,566 miles (+7,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,566 miles
    Test number
    218030101303
    • NoteConsole bushes starting to split

  26. Pass11,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    11,068 miles
    Test number
    533736900321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS57 JFN

Does LS57 JFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS57 JFN is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS57 JFN?
The MOT on LS57 JFN is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS57 JFN done?
LS57 JFN was recorded at 134,843 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 7,800 miles a year.
Has LS57 JFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 JFN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS57 JFN 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 LS57 JFN find?
LS57 JFN passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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