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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2017 · 1,798 cc

L26 DUVMOT history

L26 DUV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 53,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

L26 DUV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
53,373 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 DUV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
21 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 DUV was last recorded at 53,373 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,364 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
5,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,373 miles
  • 2024 – 46,831 miles
  • 2023 – 42,471 miles
  • 2022 – 36,313 miles
  • 2021 – 31,608 miles
  • 2020 – 24,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,373 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 13 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,373 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    53,373 miles
    Test number
    872329840777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail53,364 miles (+6,533)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,364 miles
    Test number
    543246805094
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass46,831 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    46,831 miles
    Test number
    645717612012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail46,819 miles (+4,348)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,819 miles
    Test number
    258393426701
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass42,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    42,471 miles
    Test number
    590444164766
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge due to uneven wear inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre has deep cracking, no cords visible
  6. Fail42,471 miles (+6,158)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,471 miles
    Test number
    500264307935
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge due to uneven wear inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre has deep cracking, no cords visible
  7. Pass36,313 miles (+4,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    36,313 miles
    Test number
    362153399214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass31,608 miles (+6,730)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    31,608 miles
    Test number
    584993739544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WHEEL ALIGNMENT REQUIRED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front WHEEL ALIGNMENT REQUIRED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass24,878 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    24,878 miles
    Test number
    156655304737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    960507201293
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L26 DUV

Does L26 DUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 DUV is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L26 DUV?
The MOT on L26 DUV is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 DUV done?
L26 DUV was recorded at 53,373 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 5,650 miles a year.
Has L26 DUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 DUV has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L26 DUV 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 L26 DUV find?
L26 DUV passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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