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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 1,197 cc

L111 VMUMOT history

L111 VMU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 89,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

L111 VMU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,267 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 VMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
9 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 VMU was last recorded at 89,267 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 6,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,851 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,416 miles
Average per year
7,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,267 miles
  • 2025 – 82,851 miles
  • 2024 – 74,871 miles
  • 2023 – 68,466 miles
  • 2022 – 62,868 miles
  • 2021 – 53,758 miles
  • 2020 – 45,906 miles
  • 2019 – 38,204 miles
  • 2018 – 28,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,267 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCenter exhaust sleeve deteriorated

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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 20 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,267 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,267 miles
    Test number
    591338736180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust sleeve deteriorated
  2. Fail89,267 miles (+6,416)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,267 miles
    Test number
    264690962646
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged worn more in one place. possibly slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust sleeve deteriorated
  3. Pass82,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    82,851 miles
    Test number
    240619893893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Fail82,851 miles (+7,980)2 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,851 miles
    Test number
    398160424621
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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))
  5. Pass74,871 miles (+6,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    74,871 miles
    Test number
    262151949704
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass68,466 miles (+5,598)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,466 miles
    Test number
    919649841205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass62,868 miles (+9,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    62,868 miles
    Test number
    877888099837
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass53,758 miles (+7,852)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    53,758 miles
    Test number
    335168766490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,906 miles (+7,702)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    45,906 miles
    Test number
    192105945581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,204 miles (+10,082)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,204 miles
    Test number
    792887793943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    28,122 miles
    Test number
    351965757626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L111 VMU

Does L111 VMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L111 VMU is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L111 VMU?
The MOT on L111 VMU is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L111 VMU done?
L111 VMU was recorded at 89,267 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 7,820 miles a year.
Has L111 VMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 VMU has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L111 VMU 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 L111 VMU find?
L111 VMU passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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