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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

L22 TKWMOT history

L22 TKW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 95,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

L22 TKW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,212 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 TKW
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
24 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 TKW was last recorded at 95,212 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 2,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,708 miles · 19 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,504 miles
Average per year
6,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,212 miles
  • 2025 – 92,708 miles
  • 2024 – 81,504 miles
  • 2023 – 69,753 miles
  • 2021 – 64,143 miles
  • 2020 – 61,239 miles
  • 2019 – 51,251 miles
  • 2018 – 42,960 miles
  • 2017 – 31,233 miles
  • 2016 – 25,394 miles
  • 2015 – 20,593 miles
  • 2014 – 18,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,212 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Corrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,212 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,212 miles
    Test number
    707675909851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass92,708 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,708 miles
    Test number
    207737912464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail92,704 miles (+11,200)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,704 miles
    Test number
    171719824602
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corrosion outer sill [a post/door hinge] (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corrosion outer sill (7.1.1 (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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edge and cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass81,504 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    81,504 miles
    Test number
    102227182171
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryDamage/Corrosion to N/S lower side skirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Fail81,504 miles (+11,751)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,504 miles
    Test number
    769524058419
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryDamage/Corrosion to N/S lower side skirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  6. Pass69,753 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,753 miles
    Test number
    600489595680
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail69,753 miles (+5,610)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,753 miles
    Test number
    644336192444
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass64,143 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,143 miles
    Test number
    217198583743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,239 miles (+9,988)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,239 miles
    Test number
    150744369504
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to front headlamps
    • 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))

  10. Pass51,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    51,251 miles
    Test number
    452517599869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing Mirror Damaged

  11. Fail51,251 miles (+8,291)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,251 miles
    Test number
    114680633024
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing Mirror Damaged

  12. Pass42,960 miles (+287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,960 miles
    Test number
    301194426813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  13. Fail42,673 miles (+11,440)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,673 miles
    Test number
    176705968988
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  14. Pass31,233 miles (+5,839)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    31,233 miles
    Test number
    555723283707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,394 miles (+4,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    25,394 miles
    Test number
    215848463807
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting low
    • AdvisoryFront pads getting low

  16. Pass20,593 miles (+2,565)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    20,593 miles
    Test number
    737846905175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,028 miles
    Test number
    427717544108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail18,028 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,028 miles
    Test number
    569787444158
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L22 TKW

Does L22 TKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 TKW is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 TKW?
The MOT on L22 TKW is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 TKW done?
L22 TKW was recorded at 95,212 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 6,370 miles a year.
Has L22 TKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 TKW has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L22 TKW 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 TKW find?
L22 TKW passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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