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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,400 cc

LS57 JHFMOT history

LS57 JHF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 133,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2025.

LS57 JHF blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2025
Mileage
133,822 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 JHF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS57 JHF was last recorded at 133,822 miles on 28 Jul 2025, 11,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,641 miles · 13 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
11,181 miles
Average per year
8,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,822 miles
  • 2024 – 122,641 miles
  • 2023 – 112,116 miles
  • 2021 – 91,725 miles
  • 2020 – 80,121 miles
  • 2019 – 67,480 miles
  • 2018 – 53,663 miles
  • 2017 – 39,902 miles
  • 2016 – 25,145 miles
  • 2015 – 16,811 miles
  • 2014 – 16,599 miles
  • 2013 – 16,238 miles
  • 2012 – 15,511 miles
  • 2011 – 14,180 miles
  • 2010 – 12,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,822 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MinorRegistration 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 (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear tyres slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,822 miles (+11,181)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,822 miles
    Test number
    523463466630
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass122,641 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    122,641 miles
    Test number
    174375319378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,637 miles (+10,521)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,637 miles
    Test number
    368782305772
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  4. Pass112,116 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,116 miles
    Test number
    139872471147
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail112,112 miles (+20,387)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,112 miles
    Test number
    243836745479
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass91,725 miles (+11,604)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,725 miles
    Test number
    598521860932
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  7. Pass80,121 miles (+12,641)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,121 miles
    Test number
    928243349316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,480 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,480 miles
    Test number
    168496763749
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  9. Fail67,476 miles (+13,813)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,476 miles
    Test number
    859395989825
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  10. Pass53,663 miles (+13,761)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,663 miles
    Test number
    761722450442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,902 miles (+14,757)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    39,902 miles
    Test number
    420448950143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,145 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    25,145 miles
    Test number
    372681074864
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished
  13. Fail25,123 miles (+8,312)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,123 miles
    Test number
    494405900902
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished
  14. Pass16,811 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    16,811 miles
    Test number
    391522126322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,599 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    16,599 miles
    Test number
    249979404301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,238 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    16,238 miles
    Test number
    386913183460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,511 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    15,511 miles
    Test number
    488386302376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,180 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    14,180 miles
    Test number
    987294561236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail14,178 miles (+1,753)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,178 miles
    Test number
    796681261248
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass12,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    12,425 miles
    Test number
    330592690456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS57 JHF

Does LS57 JHF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS57 JHF expired on 29 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS57 JHF?
The MOT on LS57 JHF expired on 29 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS57 JHF done?
LS57 JHF was recorded at 133,822 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2025, an average of 8,217 miles a year.
Has LS57 JHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 JHF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS57 JHF 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 JHF find?
LS57 JHF failed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 4 more.

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