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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

L22 SCBMOT history

L22 SCB is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 91,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

L22 SCB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
91,083 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 SCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 SCB was last recorded at 91,083 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,080 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,083 miles
  • 2025 – 84,948 miles
  • 2024 – 72,645 miles
  • 2023 – 67,075 miles
  • 2022 – 61,485 miles
  • 2021 – 55,820 miles
  • 2020 – 55,527 miles
  • 2019 – 53,186 miles
  • 2018 – 51,044 miles
  • 2017 – 49,928 miles
  • 2016 – 47,965 miles
  • 2015 – 45,619 miles
  • 2014 – 41,532 miles
  • 2013 – 38,036 miles
  • 2012 – 34,583 miles
  • 2011 – 30,098 miles
  • 2010 – 26,613 miles
  • 2009 – 21,155 miles
  • 2008 – 17,040 miles
  • 2007 – 12,844 miles
  • 2006 – 7,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,083 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing wearing fast. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Axle front Bushes both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,083 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    91,083 miles
    Test number
    285441988993
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing wearing fast. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Axle front Bushes both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail91,080 miles (+6,132)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,080 miles
    Test number
    771010096108
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Bush worn, Anti roll Bar rubbing on Subframe.??? (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side Zero effort. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing wearing fast. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Axle front Bushes both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass84,948 miles (+18)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    84,948 miles
    Test number
    176418490484
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail84,930 miles (+12,285)7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    678318897395
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
  5. Pass72,645 miles (+5,570)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,645 miles
    Test number
    781940707067
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside started to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass67,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,075 miles
    Test number
    624375401617
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Fail67,075 miles (+5,590)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,075 miles
    Test number
    779918493238
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +on the limit. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass61,485 miles (+5,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    61,485 miles
    Test number
    341890816080
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass55,820 miles (+293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,820 miles
    Test number
    756255338365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass55,527 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,527 miles
    Test number
    592338641933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perish/cracked
  11. Fail55,527 miles (+2,341)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,527 miles
    Test number
    112573416756
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perish/cracked
  12. Pass53,186 miles (+2,142)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,186 miles
    Test number
    682965882039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,044 miles (+1,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,044 miles
    Test number
    317463320548
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  14. Pass49,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    49,928 miles
    Test number
    974252465570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,928 miles (+1,963)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,928 miles
    Test number
    764216964016
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass47,965 miles (+2,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    47,965 miles
    Test number
    934104007309
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Pass45,619 miles (+4,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,619 miles
    Test number
    238698665485
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  18. Fail41,532 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,532 miles
    Test number
    238348344410
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  19. Pass41,532 miles (+3,496)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,532 miles
    Test number
    699048744171
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  20. Pass38,036 miles (+3,453)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,036 miles
    Test number
    308603863153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear wheels binding slightly.
  21. Pass34,583 miles (+4,485)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,583 miles
    Test number
    838868452136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,098 miles (+3,485)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,098 miles
    Test number
    409752851199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,613 miles
    Test number
    430596760138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,613 miles (+5,458)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,613 miles
    Test number
    511746460183
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  25. Pass21,155 miles (+4,115)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,155 miles
    Test number
    211273159421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,040 miles (+4,196)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    17,040 miles
    Test number
    221260578162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,844 miles (+4,900)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,844 miles
    Test number
    550261477148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass7,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    7,944 miles
    Test number
    203316766453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 SCB

Does L22 SCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 SCB is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 SCB?
The MOT on L22 SCB is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 SCB done?
L22 SCB was recorded at 91,083 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 4,110 miles a year.
Has L22 SCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 SCB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L22 SCB 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 L22 SCB find?
L22 SCB passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wearing wearing fast.; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle front bushes both sides..

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