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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

L15 YDRMOT history

L15 YDR is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 109,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

L15 YDR grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,733 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 YDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 YDR was last recorded at 109,733 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,722 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,733 miles
  • 2024 – 103,250 miles
  • 2023 – 89,680 miles
  • 2022 – 83,706 miles
  • 2021 – 78,798 miles
  • 2020 – 77,603 miles
  • 2019 – 75,091 miles
  • 2018 – 69,936 miles
  • 2017 – 57,135 miles
  • 2016 – 43,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,733 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,733 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,733 miles
    Test number
    108173019507
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail109,722 miles (+6,472)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,722 miles
    Test number
    421826846522
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak - Lower bush also worn (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass103,250 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,250 miles
    Test number
    339140427663
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail103,250 miles (+13,570)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,250 miles
    Test number
    182152237496
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,680 miles (+5,974)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    89,680 miles
    Test number
    535282481129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,706 miles (+4,908)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,706 miles
    Test number
    319395144702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on indicating low tyre pressure

  7. Pass78,798 miles (+1,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,798 miles
    Test number
    216119396660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (both offside and nearside rear) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass77,603 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,603 miles
    Test number
    751391810188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail77,603 miles (+2,512)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,603 miles
    Test number
    393065402671
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass75,091 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    75,091 miles
    Test number
    107378102557
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail75,080 miles (+5,144)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,080 miles
    Test number
    124902170758
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,936 miles (+12,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,936 miles
    Test number
    348101226999
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass57,135 miles (+13,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,135 miles
    Test number
    964740417710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass43,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,897 miles
    Test number
    114578807034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 YDR

Does L15 YDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 YDR is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 YDR?
The MOT on L15 YDR is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 YDR done?
L15 YDR was recorded at 109,733 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 6,736 miles a year.
Has L15 YDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 YDR has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 YDR 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 L15 YDR find?
L15 YDR passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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