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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,043 cc

L24 TAPMOT history

L24 TAP is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 145,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
145,954 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 TAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,043 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
11 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 TAP was last recorded at 145,954 miles on 15 May 2026, 353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,601 miles · 21 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
353 miles
Average per year
3,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,954 miles
  • 2024 – 145,601 miles
  • 2023 – 144,481 miles
  • 2020 – 141,920 miles
  • 2019 – 135,654 miles
  • 2018 – 126,122 miles
  • 2017 – 125,307 miles
  • 2016 – 125,262 miles
  • 2015 – 125,220 miles
  • 2014 – 124,630 miles
  • 2013 – 123,305 miles
  • 2012 – 120,016 miles
  • 2011 – 115,391 miles
  • 2010 – 106,405 miles
  • 2009 – 101,840 miles
  • 2008 – 93,861 miles
  • 2007 – 91,195 miles
  • 2006 – 84,251 miles
  • 2005 – 79,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,954 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,954 miles (+353)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    145,954 miles
    Test number
    370225448818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,601 miles (+1,120)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    145,601 miles
    Test number
    946458346173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass144,481 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    144,481 miles
    Test number
    867650710253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,920 miles (+6,266)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,920 miles
    Test number
    892644372700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,654 miles (+9,532)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,654 miles
    Test number
    283199931344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,122 miles
    Test number
    398018173387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail126,122 miles (+815)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,122 miles
    Test number
    803242091575
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  8. Pass125,307 miles (+45)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    125,307 miles
    Test number
    552948794339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sills are rusty
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is rusty
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel boarder line (2.2.A.1b)

  9. Pass125,262 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    125,262 miles
    Test number
    195693588280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sills are rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is rusty
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel boarder line (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column

  10. Fail125,262 miles (+24)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,262 miles
    Test number
    684847406087
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sills are rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is rusty
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel boarder line (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column

  11. Pass125,238 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    125,238 miles
    Test number
    818010103664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill is rusty

  12. Pass125,220 miles (+590)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    125,220 miles
    Test number
    257365605010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside outer sill is damaged and slightly rusty
    • NoteSlight wear in steering column shaft

  13. Pass124,630 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    124,630 miles
    Test number
    585987704069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside outer sill is slightly damaged and rusty
    • NoteSlight wear in steering column shaft

  14. Fail124,630 miles (+1,325)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,630 miles
    Test number
    529496904008
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside outer sill is slightly damaged and rusty
    • NoteSlight wear in steering column shaft

  15. Pass123,305 miles (+3,289)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    123,305 miles
    Test number
    738417703019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering shaft

  16. Pass120,016 miles12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    287938212033
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering shaft

  17. Fail120,016 miles (+4,625)4 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    748338812053
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass115,391 miles (+8,986)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    115,391 miles
    Test number
    306806021048
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass106,405 miles10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    106,405 miles
    Test number
    132697820019
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is low on tread

  20. Fail106,405 miles (+4,565)3 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,405 miles
    Test number
    163677020444
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is low on tread

  21. Pass101,840 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    101,840 miles
    Test number
    501625649044
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is low on inside edge and offside rear is wearing on inside edge

  22. Fail101,840 miles (+7,979)1 failure8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,840 miles
    Test number
    241635049088
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is low on inside edge and offside rear is wearing on inside edge

  23. Pass93,861 miles (+2,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    93,861 miles
    Test number
    562840718113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass91,195 miles (+6,944)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,195 miles
    Test number
    693973957130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail84,251 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,251 miles
    Test number
    641716606263
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass84,251 miles (+4,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    84,251 miles
    Test number
    931336206290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass79,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    79,376 miles
    Test number
    634077685224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail79,376 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,376 miles
    Test number
    304466585441
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Questions about L24 TAP

Does L24 TAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 TAP is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 TAP?
The MOT on L24 TAP 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 L24 TAP done?
L24 TAP was recorded at 145,954 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 3,234 miles a year.
Has L24 TAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 TAP has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on L24 TAP 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 L24 TAP find?
L24 TAP passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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