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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

L11 CBUMOT history

L11 CBU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

L11 CBU grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
74,668 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 CBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 CBU was last recorded at 74,668 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 6,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,406 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,262 miles
Average per year
5,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,668 miles
  • 2024 – 68,406 miles
  • 2023 – 60,851 miles
  • 2022 – 50,652 miles
  • 2021 – 39,448 miles
  • 2020 – 35,683 miles
  • 2019 – 31,481 miles
  • 2018 – 25,311 miles
  • 2017 – 19,166 miles
  • 2016 – 13,866 miles
  • 2015 – 10,971 miles
  • 2014 – 5,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,668 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,668 miles (+6,262)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    74,668 miles
    Test number
    185748592430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass68,406 miles (+7,555)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    68,406 miles
    Test number
    583863758513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass60,851 miles (+10,199)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    60,851 miles
    Test number
    631803774630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,652 miles (+11,204)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    50,652 miles
    Test number
    574211564070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,448 miles (+1,794)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    39,448 miles
    Test number
    616200839074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,654 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    37,654 miles
    Test number
    228176629168
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper blades slightly worn and smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass37,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    37,653 miles
    Test number
    960294460598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail37,652 miles (+1,969)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,652 miles
    Test number
    253568293616
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass35,683 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    35,683 miles
    Test number
    318877612162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail35,680 miles (+4,199)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,680 miles
    Test number
    761418878886
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass31,481 miles (+6,170)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    31,481 miles
    Test number
    874966245249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,311 miles (+6,145)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    25,311 miles
    Test number
    163350165464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    19,166 miles
    Test number
    225818924559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail19,166 miles (+5,300)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,166 miles
    Test number
    155691112003
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass13,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    13,866 miles
    Test number
    160250294799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail13,866 miles (+2,895)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,866 miles
    Test number
    576062669937
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass10,971 miles (+5,814)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    10,971 miles
    Test number
    287628045053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass5,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    5,157 miles
    Test number
    269022054011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 CBU

Does L11 CBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 CBU is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L11 CBU?
The MOT on L11 CBU is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 CBU done?
L11 CBU was recorded at 74,668 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 5,874 miles a year.
Has L11 CBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 CBU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on L11 CBU 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 L11 CBU find?
L11 CBU passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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