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When is the MOT due for J217 LBD?

The MOT for J217 LBD is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of J217 LBD?

The recorded mileage for J217 LBD is 61,190 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J217 LBD ULEZ compliant?

No, J217 LBD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1992 Volkswagen Polo 1.3L Petrol · J217 LBD

J217 LBD

1992 Volkswagen Polo (1.3L, petrol). First registered 16/01/1992. Recorded mileage 61,190 miles. MOT valid until 05/04/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 1992
MOT Status: Valid until 05/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 61,190 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 61,190 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1992
Engine: 1272cc

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J217 LBD Key Findings

17 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
61,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (26 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

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J217 LBD Mileage History

29/05/200642,353 mi
30/05/200642,356 mi+3 mi
11/07/200743,445 mi+1,089 mi
12/07/200743,447 mi+2 mi
15/07/200844,403 mi+956 mi
21/07/200945,051 mi+648 mi
27/07/201046,201 mi+1,150 mi
19/07/201147,249 mi+1,048 mi
17/07/201248,247 mi+998 mi
10/07/201349,028 mi+781 mi
15/08/201449,034 mi+6 mi
24/09/201553,126 mi+4,092 mi
30/09/201553,130 mi+4 mi
07/04/202556,147 mi+3,017 mi
07/04/202556,147 mi
02/04/202661,190 mi+5,043 mi
02/04/202661,190 mi

Average of roughly 949 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.

J217 LBD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 05:53

MOT Analysis

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17 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Volkswagen Polo (J217 LBD) between May 2006 and April 2026.

The record contains 11 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (26 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 42 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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