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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

L18 FEPMOT history

L18 FEP is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 115,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

L18 FEP white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
115,380 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 FEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 FEP was last recorded at 115,380 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 7,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,778 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,602 miles
Average per year
9,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,380 miles
  • 2025 – 107,778 miles
  • 2024 – 91,728 miles
  • 2023 – 88,333 miles
  • 2022 – 82,343 miles
  • 2021 – 76,414 miles
  • 2020 – 65,762 miles
  • 2019 – 52,433 miles
  • 2018 – 40,067 miles
  • 2017 – 35,780 miles
  • 2016 – 26,275 miles
  • 2015 – 19,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,380 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,380 miles (+7,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    115,380 miles
    Test number
    763158595247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass107,778 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,778 miles
    Test number
    538370633002
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail107,775 miles (+16,047)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,775 miles
    Test number
    318218477243
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges [ main tread good ] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,728 miles (+3,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,728 miles
    Test number
    469617070455
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass88,333 miles (+5,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,333 miles
    Test number
    461823137876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge--devoid of tread --REPLACE SOON (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass82,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,343 miles
    Test number
    516307191043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,340 miles (+5,926)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,340 miles
    Test number
    400546025365
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding also detected on wheel bearing check (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has more travel than normal

  8. Pass76,414 miles (+10,652)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,414 miles
    Test number
    532661262542
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass65,762 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,762 miles
    Test number
    907422288378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,596 miles (+13,163)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,596 miles
    Test number
    845327966888
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn & corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass52,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    52,433 miles
    Test number
    216479487826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,433 miles (+12,366)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,433 miles
    Test number
    495438864434
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass40,067 miles (+4,287)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    40,067 miles
    Test number
    488074082788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,780 miles (+9,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,780 miles
    Test number
    657611810977
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusted & worn (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass26,275 miles (+6,600)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    26,275 miles
    Test number
    648963560553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    19,675 miles
    Test number
    624085842584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 FEP

Does L18 FEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 FEP is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 FEP?
The MOT on L18 FEP is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 FEP done?
L18 FEP was recorded at 115,380 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 9,110 miles a year.
Has L18 FEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 FEP has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 FEP 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 L18 FEP find?
L18 FEP passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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