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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

L20 MXNMOT history

L20 MXN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 133,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

L20 MXN grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
133,460 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 MXN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 MXN was last recorded at 133,460 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 26,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
107,038 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
26,422 miles
Average per year
12,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,460 miles
  • 2024 – 107,038 miles
  • 2023 – 94,052 miles
  • 2022 – 82,829 miles
  • 2021 – 75,077 miles
  • 2020 – 60,421 miles
  • 2019 – 39,696 miles
  • 2018 – 21,340 miles
  • 2017 – 12,725 miles
  • 2016 – 9,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,460 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,460 miles (+26,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    133,460 miles
    Test number
    721949169697
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass107,038 miles (+12,986)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    107,038 miles
    Test number
    680014198928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play possible inner steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass94,052 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,052 miles
    Test number
    182389362743
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S+O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil N/S+O/S (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail94,052 miles (+11,223)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,052 miles
    Test number
    347476805262
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Jet nozzle missing (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S+O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil N/S+O/S (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass82,829 miles (+7,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,829 miles
    Test number
    712162815782
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass75,077 miles (+14,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    167205258743
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass60,421 miles (+20,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    60,421 miles
    Test number
    757653643057
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass39,696 miles (+18,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,696 miles
    Test number
    562808401581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass21,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    21,340 miles
    Test number
    104547620955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail21,340 miles (+8,615)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,340 miles
    Test number
    240342582336
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass12,725 miles (+2,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    12,725 miles
    Test number
    160940631608
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED

  12. Pass9,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    9,915 miles
    Test number
    325787678094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail9,915 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,915 miles
    Test number
    496483230469
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about L20 MXN

Does L20 MXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 MXN is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L20 MXN?
The MOT on L20 MXN is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 MXN done?
L20 MXN was recorded at 133,460 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 12,882 miles a year.
Has L20 MXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 MXN has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L20 MXN 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 L20 MXN find?
L20 MXN passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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