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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

L26 WAKMOT history

L26 WAK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 72,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

L26 WAK black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
72,567 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 WAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 WAK was last recorded at 72,567 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 2,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,560 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,007 miles
Average per year
5,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,567 miles
  • 2025 – 70,560 miles
  • 2024 – 64,438 miles
  • 2023 – 48,837 miles
  • 2022 – 40,534 miles
  • 2021 – 37,212 miles
  • 2020 – 33,907 miles
  • 2019 – 28,357 miles
  • 2018 – 23,727 miles
  • 2017 – 18,873 miles
  • 2016 – 15,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,567 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,567 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    738502766453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail72,566 miles (+2,006)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,566 miles
    Test number
    133474364083
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass70,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    70,560 miles
    Test number
    617605606263
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail70,595 miles (+6,157)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,595 miles
    Test number
    390920862450
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass64,438 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    64,438 miles
    Test number
    427120703453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail64,437 miles (+15,600)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    350600905961
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass48,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    48,837 miles
    Test number
    495917612376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail48,837 miles (+8,303)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,837 miles
    Test number
    680670645471
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass40,534 miles (+3,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,534 miles
    Test number
    638925554836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass37,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    37,212 miles
    Test number
    230175848284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge and rubber cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail37,212 miles (+3,305)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,212 miles
    Test number
    685017383964
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge and rubber cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass33,907 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    33,907 miles
    Test number
    613300654994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail33,905 miles (+5,548)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,905 miles
    Test number
    636971612427
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass28,357 miles (+4,630)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    28,357 miles
    Test number
    526922760135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,727 miles (+4,854)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    23,727 miles
    Test number
    400085685390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    18,873 miles
    Test number
    919802857076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail18,873 miles (+3,532)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,873 miles
    Test number
    669085119920
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass15,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    15,341 miles
    Test number
    390370493264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail15,341 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,341 miles
    Test number
    126907961584
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about L26 WAK

Does L26 WAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 WAK is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 WAK?
The MOT on L26 WAK is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 WAK done?
L26 WAK was recorded at 72,567 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 5,512 miles a year.
Has L26 WAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 WAK has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 WAK 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 WAK find?
L26 WAK passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

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