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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2017 · 1,798 cc

L13 KTLMOT history

L13 KTL is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 40,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

L13 KTL white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
40,385 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 KTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
17 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 KTL was last recorded at 40,385 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 2,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,171 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,214 miles
Average per year
3,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,385 miles
  • 2025 – 38,171 miles
  • 2024 – 35,868 miles
  • 2023 – 30,886 miles
  • 2022 – 26,430 miles
  • 2021 – 24,177 miles
  • 2020 – 19,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,385 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 18 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,385 miles (+2,214)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    40,385 miles
    Test number
    702759562485
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass38,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    38,171 miles
    Test number
    138537414046
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail38,171 miles (+2,303)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,171 miles
    Test number
    127276138478
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass35,868 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    35,868 miles
    Test number
    714043184246
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail35,851 miles (+4,965)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,851 miles
    Test number
    318960056710
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified modified exhaust fitted (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass30,886 miles (+4,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    30,886 miles
    Test number
    884370768212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryT.P.M.S light on

  7. Pass26,430 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    26,430 miles
    Test number
    432781067536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  8. Fail26,428 miles (+2,251)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,428 miles
    Test number
    572362397406
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  9. Pass24,177 miles (+5,048)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    24,177 miles
    Test number
    341267151576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass19,129 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    19,129 miles
    Test number
    420855759890
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail19,129 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,129 miles
    Test number
    858039447192
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about L13 KTL

Does L13 KTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 KTL is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 KTL?
The MOT on L13 KTL is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 KTL done?
L13 KTL was recorded at 40,385 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 3,432 miles a year.
Has L13 KTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 KTL has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L13 KTL 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 L13 KTL find?
L13 KTL passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm tread.

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