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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

L18 KURMOT history

L18 KUR is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 113,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2024.

L18 KUR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
113,962 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2024
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 KUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 KUR was last recorded at 113,962 miles on 28 Nov 2024, 10,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,797 miles · 30 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
10,165 miles
Average per year
4,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,962 miles
  • 2023 – 103,797 miles
  • 2022 – 97,332 miles
  • 2021 – 91,826 miles
  • 2020 – 90,230 miles
  • 2019 – 88,035 miles
  • 2018 – 85,109 miles
  • 2017 – 81,918 miles
  • 2016 – 78,471 miles
  • 2015 – 74,901 miles
  • 2014 – 71,729 miles
  • 2013 – 67,519 miles
  • 2012 – 62,603 miles
  • 2011 – 57,300 miles
  • 2010 – 52,270 miles
  • 2009 – 42,711 miles
  • 2008 – 32,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,962 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,962 miles (+10,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    113,962 miles
    Test number
    107196070656
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass103,797 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    197772944983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail103,793 miles (+6,461)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,793 miles
    Test number
    647187557123
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front and rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass97,332 miles (+5,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,332 miles
    Test number
    857917560163
    • AdvisoryNearside Corrosion scabs on sill

  5. Pass91,826 miles (+1,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,826 miles
    Test number
    615917705881
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass90,230 miles (+2,195)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,230 miles
    Test number
    297434325461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,035 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,035 miles
    Test number
    243677934986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,109 miles (+3,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,109 miles
    Test number
    159639911387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass81,918 miles (+3,447)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,918 miles
    Test number
    595075607721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,471 miles (+3,570)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,471 miles
    Test number
    196510202493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,901 miles (+3,172)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,901 miles
    Test number
    726422897522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,729 miles (+4,210)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,729 miles
    Test number
    275201244283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,519 miles (+4,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,519 miles
    Test number
    356880743420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass62,603 miles (+5,303)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,603 miles
    Test number
    796473042257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,300 miles (+5,030)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,300 miles
    Test number
    725698741216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear shocker bump stops deterorating

  16. Pass52,270 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,270 miles
    Test number
    703111850211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,658 miles (+7,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    50,658 miles
    Test number
    931365230055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass42,711 miles (+9,992)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,711 miles
    Test number
    513374059085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,719 miles
    Test number
    573621978042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 KUR

Does L18 KUR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 KUR expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 KUR?
The MOT on L18 KUR expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 KUR done?
L18 KUR was recorded at 113,962 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2024, an average of 4,860 miles a year.
Has L18 KUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 KUR has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L18 KUR 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 KUR find?
L18 KUR passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides.

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