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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,798 cc

L23 OMWMOT history

L23 OMW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 68,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

L23 OMW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,996 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 OMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
21 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 OMW was last recorded at 68,996 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 11,983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
57,013 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,983 miles
Average per year
7,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,996 miles
  • 2025 – 57,013 miles
  • 2024 – 48,884 miles
  • 2023 – 42,769 miles
  • 2022 – 36,161 miles
  • 2021 – 29,767 miles
  • 2020 – 25,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,996 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 19 Feb 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,996 miles (+11,983)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,996 miles
    Test number
    371061576354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass57,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    57,013 miles
    Test number
    713846243604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail57,013 miles (+8,129)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,013 miles
    Test number
    266809094846
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass48,884 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    48,884 miles
    Test number
    516510687384
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail48,884 miles (+6,115)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,884 miles
    Test number
    360012463492
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass42,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    144217188068
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail42,769 miles (+6,608)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    496061983444
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass36,161 miles (+6,394)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    36,161 miles
    Test number
    146112449000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,767 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    29,767 miles
    Test number
    391993825197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass25,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    25,764 miles
    Test number
    405403796945
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Questions about L23 OMW

Does L23 OMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 OMW is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 OMW?
The MOT on L23 OMW is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 OMW done?
L23 OMW was recorded at 68,996 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 7,197 miles a year.
Has L23 OMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 OMW has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L23 OMW 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 OMW find?
L23 OMW passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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