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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,198 cc

L25 OPHMOT history

L25 OPH is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

L25 OPH red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,458 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 OPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 OPH was last recorded at 72,458 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,448 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,458 miles
  • 2025 – 69,307 miles
  • 2024 – 64,595 miles
  • 2023 – 62,690 miles
  • 2021 – 58,980 miles
  • 2020 – 53,166 miles
  • 2019 – 49,570 miles
  • 2018 – 49,184 miles
  • 2017 – 47,631 miles
  • 2016 – 46,486 miles
  • 2015 – 44,413 miles
  • 2014 – 42,488 miles
  • 2013 – 40,314 miles
  • 2012 – 38,346 miles
  • 2011 – 36,097 miles
  • 2010 – 30,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,458 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,458 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,458 miles
    Test number
    423292312204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail72,448 miles (+3,141)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    462355920468
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass69,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    69,307 miles
    Test number
    612878233617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail69,307 miles (+4,712)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,307 miles
    Test number
    337804415010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass64,595 miles (+1,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,595 miles
    Test number
    342976893380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security subframe slight (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass62,690 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,690 miles
    Test number
    318181425104
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake light on recomened change with disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail62,690 miles (+3,710)1 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,690 miles
    Test number
    827660801547
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass58,980 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,980 miles
    Test number
    863998401147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Fail58,980 miles (+5,814)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,980 miles
    Test number
    999104068327
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Pass53,166 miles (+3,596)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    53,166 miles
    Test number
    964305824454
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryMiddle rear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass49,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,570 miles
    Test number
    689965060948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,570 miles (+386)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,570 miles
    Test number
    988751665119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass49,184 miles (+1,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,184 miles
    Test number
    716702254035
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  14. Pass47,631 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,631 miles
    Test number
    300831953031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,486 miles (+2,073)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,486 miles
    Test number
    173867763556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,413 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,413 miles
    Test number
    679593725007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,488 miles (+2,174)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,488 miles
    Test number
    939457234008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteTested in wet condition
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

  18. Pass40,314 miles (+4)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    40,314 miles
    Test number
    149506633045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  19. Fail40,310 miles (+1,964)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,310 miles
    Test number
    196445833456
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  20. Pass38,346 miles (+2,249)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,346 miles
    Test number
    278659212024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,097 miles (+5,254)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,097 miles
    Test number
    316075251019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,843 miles
    Test number
    861893920097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Fail30,843 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,843 miles
    Test number
    642533920002
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L25 OPH

Does L25 OPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 OPH is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L25 OPH?
The MOT on L25 OPH is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 OPH done?
L25 OPH was recorded at 72,458 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 2,600 miles a year.
Has L25 OPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 OPH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L25 OPH 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 L25 OPH find?
L25 OPH passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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