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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

L26 JGBMOT history

L26 JGB is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 117,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

L26 JGB white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,618 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 JGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 JGB was last recorded at 117,618 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 14,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,493 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
14,125 miles
Average per year
10,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,618 miles
  • 2024 – 103,493 miles
  • 2023 – 80,938 miles
  • 2022 – 74,291 miles
  • 2021 – 63,927 miles
  • 2020 – 56,827 miles
  • 2019 – 49,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,618 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,618 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,618 miles
    Test number
    168832477330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays
  2. Fail117,618 miles (+14,125)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,618 miles
    Test number
    553740485571
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays
  3. Pass103,493 miles (+13,289)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,493 miles
    Test number
    546919613990
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  4. Pass90,204 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,204 miles
    Test number
    503108936924
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Fail90,204 miles (+9,266)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,204 miles
    Test number
    265867112046
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Pass80,938 miles (+6,647)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,938 miles
    Test number
    602359372065
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays
  7. Pass74,291 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,291 miles
    Test number
    515021246734
    • AdvisoryNear side number plate bulb holder missing
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
  8. Fail74,291 miles (+10,364)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,291 miles
    Test number
    540023238807
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side number plate bulb holder missing
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
  9. Pass63,927 miles (+7,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,927 miles
    Test number
    408309028745
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass56,827 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,827 miles
    Test number
    643836423805
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail56,814 miles (+7,451)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,814 miles
    Test number
    183343914350
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass49,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,363 miles
    Test number
    967175698374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 JGB

Does L26 JGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 JGB is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 JGB?
The MOT on L26 JGB is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 JGB done?
L26 JGB was recorded at 117,618 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 10,069 miles a year.
Has L26 JGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 JGB has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L26 JGB 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 JGB find?
L26 JGB passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread; under trays.

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