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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

L1 WNPMOT history

L1 WNP is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 121,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

L1 WNP black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
121,323 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 WNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 WNP was last recorded at 121,323 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,320 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,323 miles
  • 2025 – 109,628 miles
  • 2024 – 98,284 miles
  • 2023 – 88,140 miles
  • 2022 – 77,479 miles
  • 2020 – 71,080 miles
  • 2019 – 60,835 miles
  • 2018 – 49,389 miles
  • 2017 – 37,390 miles
  • 2016 – 35,592 miles
  • 2015 – 29,233 miles
  • 2014 – 24,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,323 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Slight hand brake travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,323 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    121,323 miles
    Test number
    326812270540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail121,320 miles (+11,692)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,320 miles
    Test number
    904277724109
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass109,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    109,628 miles
    Test number
    807494182850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail109,623 miles (+11,339)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,623 miles
    Test number
    808379690930
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass98,284 miles (+10,144)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,284 miles
    Test number
    323169926184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,140 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,140 miles
    Test number
    265096755032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,889 miles (+10,410)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,889 miles
    Test number
    694724709046
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  8. Pass77,479 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,479 miles
    Test number
    462109326137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight hand brake travel
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  9. Fail77,478 miles (+6,398)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,478 miles
    Test number
    137434935924
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight hand brake travel
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  10. Pass71,080 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,080 miles
    Test number
    265189108378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail71,080 miles (+10,245)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,080 miles
    Test number
    490456232922
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass60,835 miles (+11,446)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,835 miles
    Test number
    660452481989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,389 miles (+11,999)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    49,389 miles
    Test number
    529052594722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,390 miles (+1,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,390 miles
    Test number
    259852423811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass35,592 miles (+6,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    35,592 miles
    Test number
    451853388584
    • AdvisoryFront engine under cover insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass29,233 miles (+4,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    29,233 miles
    Test number
    273635782786
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass24,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    24,814 miles
    Test number
    377529004388
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail24,814 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,814 miles
    Test number
    688211504357
    • DangerousNearside Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L1 WNP

Does L1 WNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 WNP is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 WNP?
The MOT on L1 WNP is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 WNP done?
L1 WNP was recorded at 121,323 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 8,405 miles a year.
Has L1 WNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 WNP has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 WNP 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 WNP find?
L1 WNP passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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