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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

L100 REMMOT history

L100 REM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 85,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

L100 REM silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,001 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 REM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 REM was last recorded at 85,001 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 2,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,596 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,405 miles
Average per year
4,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,001 miles
  • 2025 – 82,596 miles
  • 2024 – 77,230 miles
  • 2023 – 70,684 miles
  • 2022 – 70,668 miles
  • 2019 – 65,207 miles
  • 2017 – 60,958 miles
  • 2016 – 55,023 miles
  • 2015 – 50,525 miles
  • 2014 – 46,362 miles
  • 2013 – 42,190 miles
  • 2012 – 35,770 miles
  • 2011 – 29,159 miles
  • 2010 – 22,318 miles
  • 2009 – 15,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,001 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor but do clear screen

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • REAR WIPER BLADE DEFECTIVE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,001 miles (+2,405)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,001 miles
    Test number
    708373062187
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor but do clear screen
  2. Pass82,596 miles (+5,366)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,596 miles
    Test number
    310840500069
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass77,230 miles (+6,546)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    77,230 miles
    Test number
    457457122232
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass70,684 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    70,684 miles
    Test number
    320364419091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail70,680 miles (+12)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,680 miles
    Test number
    589060925716
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass70,668 miles (+15)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,668 miles
    Test number
    922194710319
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  7. Fail70,653 miles (+5,446)7 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,653 miles
    Test number
    353473081453
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure inner boot clip missing. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle or inside. (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower boot. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass65,207 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,207 miles
    Test number
    126509154524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryREAR WIPER BLADE DEFECTIVE
  9. Fail65,207 miles (+4,249)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,207 miles
    Test number
    538503724427
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryREAR WIPER BLADE DEFECTIVE
  10. Pass60,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,958 miles
    Test number
    313294155647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Fail60,955 miles (+5,932)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,955 miles
    Test number
    924433504682
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass55,023 miles (+4,498)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,023 miles
    Test number
    976463367148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,525 miles (+4,163)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,525 miles
    Test number
    416918515127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,362 miles
    Test number
    235351024186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,362 miles (+4,172)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,362 miles
    Test number
    538621124121
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  16. Pass42,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,190 miles
    Test number
    208006013444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,190 miles (+6,420)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,190 miles
    Test number
    456846813186
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteRear high level brake lamp not working
  18. Pass35,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,770 miles
    Test number
    265429912147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,770 miles (+6,611)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,770 miles
    Test number
    289959912400
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass29,159 miles (+6,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,159 miles
    Test number
    335759011183
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass22,318 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    22,318 miles
    Test number
    544339300111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,192 miles (+6,372)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,192 miles
    Test number
    690154900118
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  23. Pass15,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    15,820 miles
    Test number
    230734209176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L100 REM

Does L100 REM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L100 REM is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L100 REM?
The MOT on L100 REM is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L100 REM done?
L100 REM was recorded at 85,001 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 4,036 miles a year.
Has L100 REM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 REM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L100 REM 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 L100 REM find?
L100 REM passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front upper macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, and 3 more.

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