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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

K23 LVNMOT history

K23 LVN is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 91,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

K23 LVN red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
91,431 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 LVN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 LVN was last recorded at 91,431 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,430 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,431 miles
  • 2025 – 82,839 miles
  • 2024 – 69,488 miles
  • 2023 – 53,467 miles
  • 2019 – 47,650 miles
  • 2018 – 40,376 miles
  • 2017 – 28,197 miles
  • 2016 – 17,599 miles
  • 2015 – 8,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,431 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear back box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose sleeve between front and centre exhaust insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Undertrays fitted restricting view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,431 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    91,431 miles
    Test number
    429943528787
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear back box corroded

  2. Fail91,430 miles (+8,591)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,430 miles
    Test number
    155629242912
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear back box corroded

  3. Pass82,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    82,839 miles
    Test number
    767679486079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,839 miles (+13,351)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,839 miles
    Test number
    427765069460
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass69,488 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    69,488 miles
    Test number
    797140471239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail69,488 miles (+16,021)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,488 miles
    Test number
    903323977234
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass53,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    53,467 miles
    Test number
    721018472963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,467 miles (+8,817)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,467 miles
    Test number
    824990423256
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass47,650 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,650 miles
    Test number
    614668646784
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose sleeve between front and centre exhaust insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting view

  10. Fail47,650 miles (+7,274)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,650 miles
    Test number
    967933313978
    • MajorBrake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose sleeve between front and centre exhaust insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting view

  11. Pass40,376 miles (+2,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    40,376 miles
    Test number
    477583936123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass37,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,754 miles
    Test number
    561330830171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,754 miles (+9,557)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,754 miles
    Test number
    457349846110
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass28,197 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,197 miles
    Test number
    963164367773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail28,197 miles (+10,598)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,197 miles
    Test number
    406245316685
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass17,599 miles (+9,562)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    17,599 miles
    Test number
    100505536276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    8,037 miles
    Test number
    345544485006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K23 LVN

Does K23 LVN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 LVN is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 LVN?
The MOT on K23 LVN is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 LVN done?
K23 LVN was recorded at 91,431 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 7,375 miles a year.
Has K23 LVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 LVN has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K23 LVN 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 K23 LVN find?
K23 LVN passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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