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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

L21 PUSMOT history

L21 PUS is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 114,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L21 PUS black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
114,865 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 PUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
21 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 PUS was last recorded at 114,865 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,637 miles · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
228 miles
Average per year
8,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,865 miles
  • 2025 – 98,627 miles
  • 2024 – 89,089 miles
  • 2023 – 86,816 miles
  • 2022 – 80,576 miles
  • 2021 – 66,024 miles
  • 2020 – 59,095 miles
  • 2019 – 52,991 miles
  • 2017 – 38,094 miles
  • 2016 – 26,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,865 miles
  • MinorOuter Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S & O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Long Travel (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,865 miles (+228)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    384128340803
    • MinorOuter Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S & O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Long Travel (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Fail114,637 miles (+16,010)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,637 miles
    Test number
    714178918110
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOuter Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S & O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Long Travel (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass98,627 miles (+9,538)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,627 miles
    Test number
    892920642046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,089 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,089 miles
    Test number
    963521348328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail89,055 miles (+2,239)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,055 miles
    Test number
    959486100653
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,816 miles (+6,240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,816 miles
    Test number
    271468474803
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake travel high
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner front both side Play in steering rack inner joint

  7. Pass80,576 miles (+223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    80,576 miles
    Test number
    683986036124
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel high

  8. Fail80,353 miles (+14,329)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,353 miles
    Test number
    236539905075
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel high

  9. Pass66,024 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,024 miles
    Test number
    241382975719
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides heavily worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail66,024 miles (+6,929)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,024 miles
    Test number
    396343662572
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides heavily worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,095 miles (+6,104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,095 miles
    Test number
    311602120912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass52,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,991 miles
    Test number
    391580305998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,991 miles (+14,897)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,991 miles
    Test number
    711558345142
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  14. Pass38,094 miles (+12,014)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,094 miles
    Test number
    153056573122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    26,080 miles
    Test number
    242431400383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 PUS

Does L21 PUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 PUS is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 PUS?
The MOT on L21 PUS is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 PUS done?
L21 PUS was recorded at 114,865 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 8,978 miles a year.
Has L21 PUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 PUS has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 PUS 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 L21 PUS find?
L21 PUS passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s & o/s; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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