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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2017 · 999 cc

L18 WGOMOT history

L18 WGO is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Nov 2017. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 77,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

L18 WGO white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
77,689 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 WGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
22 Nov 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 WGO was last recorded at 77,689 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 5,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,799 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,890 miles
Average per year
9,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,689 miles
  • 2025 – 71,799 miles
  • 2024 – 61,323 miles
  • 2023 – 55,144 miles
  • 2022 – 44,115 miles
  • 2020 – 25,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,689 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 12 Nov 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,689 miles (+5,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,689 miles
    Test number
    114836336335
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass71,799 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,799 miles
    Test number
    457835603559
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail71,799 miles (+10,476)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,799 miles
    Test number
    453031083926
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass61,323 miles (+6,179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    61,323 miles
    Test number
    887557162652
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass55,144 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    55,144 miles
    Test number
    331467204802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,143 miles (+11,028)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,143 miles
    Test number
    527014068403
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass44,115 miles (+18,317)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    44,115 miles
    Test number
    434831358380
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass25,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    25,798 miles
    Test number
    709662146481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 WGO

Does L18 WGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 WGO is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 WGO?
The MOT on L18 WGO is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 WGO done?
L18 WGO was recorded at 77,689 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 9,524 miles a year.
Has L18 WGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 WGO has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 WGO 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 WGO find?
L18 WGO passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm.

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