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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

L23 YAAMOT history

L23 YAA is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 89,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

L23 YAA white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,988 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 YAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
3 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 YAA was last recorded at 89,988 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 9,218 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,770 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,218 miles
Average per year
7,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,988 miles
  • 2024 – 80,770 miles
  • 2023 – 75,590 miles
  • 2022 – 71,467 miles
  • 2021 – 65,675 miles
  • 2020 – 61,970 miles
  • 2019 – 38,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,988 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 1 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,988 miles (+9,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,988 miles
    Test number
    222064787228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,770 miles (+5,180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,770 miles
    Test number
    324976716650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,590 miles (+4,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,590 miles
    Test number
    257146287725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Day running light not working (Pre 2018 not a fail)

  4. Pass71,467 miles (+5,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,467 miles
    Test number
    541123764575
    • AdvisoryEmergency brake has long travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight knock from steering

  5. Pass65,675 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    65,675 miles
    Test number
    928024573576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,970 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    61,970 miles
    Test number
    713525702394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,621 miles (+20,475)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,621 miles
    Test number
    319520791568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    38,146 miles
    Test number
    355252672784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail38,146 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,146 miles
    Test number
    501317620009
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L23 YAA

Does L23 YAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 YAA is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 YAA?
The MOT on L23 YAA is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 YAA done?
L23 YAA was recorded at 89,988 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 7,235 miles a year.
Has L23 YAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 YAA has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on L23 YAA 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 YAA find?
L23 YAA passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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