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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2019 · 1,984 cc

L23 LLVMOT history

L23 LLV is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 May 2019. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 56,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

L23 LLV red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
56,081 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 LLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
2 May 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 LLV was last recorded at 56,081 miles on 12 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,078 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,081 miles
  • 2025 – 48,454 miles
  • 2024 – 44,294 miles
  • 2023 – 41,018 miles
  • 2022 – 27,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,081 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • TPMS lamp illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 23 Apr 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,081 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    56,081 miles
    Test number
    529836918452
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail56,078 miles (+7,624)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,078 miles
    Test number
    770201737868
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass48,454 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    48,454 miles
    Test number
    123067042957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    44,294 miles
    Test number
    915320743682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail44,294 miles (+2,694)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,294 miles
    Test number
    599679593293
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached ball joint insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  6. Pass41,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    41,600 miles
    Test number
    231011236836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail41,600 miles (+582)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,600 miles
    Test number
    905539668537
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass41,018 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    41,018 miles
    Test number
    771879194805
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated
  9. Fail41,012 miles (+13,286)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,012 miles
    Test number
    912819449287
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryBonnet cable not connected nearside
  10. Pass27,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2023
    Odometer
    27,726 miles
    Test number
    552758294650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 LLV

Does L23 LLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 LLV is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 LLV?
The MOT on L23 LLV is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 LLV done?
L23 LLV was recorded at 56,081 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 6,998 miles a year.
Has L23 LLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 LLV has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 LLV 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 L23 LLV find?
L23 LLV passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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