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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

L1 NSOMOT history

L1 NSO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 42,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

L1 NSO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
42,881 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 NSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 NSO was last recorded at 42,881 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
42,690 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
191 miles
Average per year
1,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,881 miles
  • 2025 – 42,690 miles
  • 2024 – 42,313 miles
  • 2023 – 41,890 miles
  • 2022 – 41,013 miles
  • 2021 – 40,075 miles
  • 2020 – 39,393 miles
  • 2019 – 38,141 miles
  • 2018 – 36,593 miles
  • 2017 – 33,734 miles
  • 2016 – 31,746 miles
  • 2015 – 30,039 miles
  • 2014 – 27,959 miles
  • 2013 – 24,028 miles
  • 2012 – 19,624 miles
  • 2011 – 14,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,881 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,881 miles (+191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    42,881 miles
    Test number
    420397048388
    • 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))

  2. Pass42,690 miles (+377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    42,690 miles
    Test number
    915434434340
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box cvorroded

  3. Pass42,313 miles (+423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    42,313 miles
    Test number
    178636062049
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  4. Pass41,890 miles (+877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    41,890 miles
    Test number
    811875253862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass41,013 miles (+938)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    41,013 miles
    Test number
    127865646511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,075 miles (+682)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    40,075 miles
    Test number
    454829907316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    39,393 miles
    Test number
    474961838112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,392 miles (+1,251)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,392 miles
    Test number
    957894413615
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass38,141 miles (+1,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    38,141 miles
    Test number
    288242433891
    • 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))

  10. Pass36,593 miles (+2,859)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    36,593 miles
    Test number
    640477319557
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (flexible section) (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres inner edges worn
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust system centre sleeve clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass33,734 miles (+1,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    33,734 miles
    Test number
    501392941213
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass31,746 miles (+1,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    31,746 miles
    Test number
    474183632169
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass30,039 miles (+2,080)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    30,039 miles
    Test number
    775699115008
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass27,959 miles (+3,931)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    27,959 miles
    Test number
    169306004092
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoot full

  15. Pass24,028 miles (+4,404)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,028 miles
    Test number
    126680413481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,624 miles (+4,969)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    19,624 miles
    Test number
    628640222057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    14,655 miles
    Test number
    465125621040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 NSO

Does L1 NSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 NSO is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 NSO?
The MOT on L1 NSO is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 NSO done?
L1 NSO was recorded at 42,881 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 1,885 miles a year.
Has L1 NSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 NSO has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L1 NSO 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 NSO find?
L1 NSO passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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