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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

L1 HKGMOT history

L1 HKG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 89,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

L1 HKG blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
89,041 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 HKG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 HKG was last recorded at 89,041 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 2,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,578 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,463 miles
Average per year
3,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,041 miles
  • 2024 – 86,578 miles
  • 2023 – 83,730 miles
  • 2022 – 82,111 miles
  • 2021 – 80,353 miles
  • 2020 – 76,742 miles
  • 2019 – 71,744 miles
  • 2018 – 66,982 miles
  • 2017 – 61,779 miles
  • 2016 – 58,005 miles
  • 2015 – 54,520 miles
  • 2014 – 51,110 miles
  • 2013 – 47,376 miles
  • 2012 – 44,209 miles
  • 2011 – 40,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,041 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides - advise replaced (1.1.14 (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))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and slightly damaged / wearing on edges - advise replaced (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavily perished - advise replaced (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBoth sides rear sills repaired / under sealed

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.

  • All underbody and components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Bothside inner and outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,041 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    89,041 miles
    Test number
    722060276521
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides - advise replaced (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and slightly damaged / wearing on edges - advise replaced (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavily perished - advise replaced (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear sills repaired / under sealed

  2. Fail89,041 miles (+2,463)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,041 miles
    Test number
    549488269250
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides - advise replaced (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and slightly damaged / wearing on edges - advise replaced (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavily perished - advise replaced (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear sills repaired / under sealed

  3. Pass86,578 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    86,578 miles
    Test number
    929576918370
    • AdvisoryAll repaired areas covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Bothside inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail86,569 miles (+2,839)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,569 miles
    Test number
    568638522612
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Bothside inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass83,730 miles (+1,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,730 miles
    Test number
    762912446337
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills slightly corroded

  6. Pass82,111 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    102259495755
    • AdvisoryBoth side inner and outer track rod ends has play
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill corroded

  7. Fail82,111 miles (+1,758)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    654500140672
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth side inner and outer track rod ends has play
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill corroded

  8. Pass80,353 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,353 miles
    Test number
    849345858642
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail80,353 miles (+3,611)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,353 miles
    Test number
    333184652962
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass76,742 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,742 miles
    Test number
    325613930844
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail76,742 miles (+4,998)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,742 miles
    Test number
    753877665547
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass71,744 miles (+4,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,744 miles
    Test number
    775212608309
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass66,982 miles (+5,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    66,982 miles
    Test number
    913789521654
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass61,779 miles (+3,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,779 miles
    Test number
    268798669366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass58,005 miles (+3,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,005 miles
    Test number
    353650499347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play inner steering joint

  16. Pass54,520 miles (+3,410)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,520 miles
    Test number
    125429245138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside steering rack arm has minor play

  17. Pass51,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,110 miles
    Test number
    389557544183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,110 miles (+3,734)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,110 miles
    Test number
    418267644145
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass47,376 miles (+3,167)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,376 miles
    Test number
    327494743162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLong hand brake travel
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread wearing low on edges
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit

  20. Pass44,209 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,209 miles
    Test number
    757442752135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,615 miles
    Test number
    876496841142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about L1 HKG

Does L1 HKG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 HKG is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L1 HKG?
The MOT on L1 HKG is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 HKG done?
L1 HKG was recorded at 89,041 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 3,331 miles a year.
Has L1 HKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 HKG has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 HKG 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 L1 HKG find?
L1 HKG passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both sides; nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides - advise replaced, and 6 more.

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