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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,390 cc

L23 YSNMOT history

L23 YSN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 123,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L23 YSN black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
123,837 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 YSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 YSN was last recorded at 123,837 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 6,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,208 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,629 miles
Average per year
7,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,837 miles
  • 2025 – 117,208 miles
  • 2024 – 105,931 miles
  • 2023 – 98,560 miles
  • 2022 – 90,115 miles
  • 2021 – 80,644 miles
  • 2020 – 75,234 miles
  • 2019 – 64,679 miles
  • 2017 – 50,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,837 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak to rear of engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,837 miles (+6,629)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    123,837 miles
    Test number
    879660687320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,208 miles (+11,277)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,208 miles
    Test number
    433116486613
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp and bumper damaged

  3. Pass105,931 miles (+7,371)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    105,931 miles
    Test number
    777237746299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    98,560 miles
    Test number
    529622584735
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail98,560 miles (+8,445)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,560 miles
    Test number
    188476193267
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass90,115 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    90,115 miles
    Test number
    732686335917
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail90,115 miles (+9,471)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,115 miles
    Test number
    778781358848
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,644 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    966960656775
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail80,644 miles (+5,410)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    689755607201
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass75,234 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,234 miles
    Test number
    722877834376
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage

  11. Fail75,234 miles (+10,555)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,234 miles
    Test number
    381716520012
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage

  12. Pass64,679 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    64,679 miles
    Test number
    285599943828
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak to rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Fail64,679 miles (+13,680)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,679 miles
    Test number
    916924729579
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak to rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass50,999 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,999 miles
    Test number
    328568081681
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail50,997 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,997 miles
    Test number
    751268166301
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L23 YSN

Does L23 YSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 YSN is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 YSN?
The MOT on L23 YSN is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 YSN done?
L23 YSN was recorded at 123,837 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 7,636 miles a year.
Has L23 YSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 YSN has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 YSN 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 YSN find?
L23 YSN passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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