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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2015 · 1,798 cc

L26 WHYMOT history

L26 WHY is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 86,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L26 WHY white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
86,729 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 WHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
7 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 WHY was last recorded at 86,729 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 5,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,972 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,757 miles
Average per year
7,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,729 miles
  • 2025 – 80,972 miles
  • 2024 – 72,693 miles
  • 2023 – 66,625 miles
  • 2022 – 58,972 miles
  • 2021 – 50,410 miles
  • 2020 – 42,459 miles
  • 2019 – 35,691 miles
  • 2018 – 27,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,729 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sills at front (5.3.6 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    86,729 miles
    Test number
    302738933998
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sills at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,729 miles (+5,757)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,729 miles
    Test number
    992685048191
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake locking device missing brake caliper clip (1.1.21 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sills at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,972 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,972 miles
    Test number
    850562835068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail80,792 miles (+8,099)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,792 miles
    Test number
    251813246147
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle & Tail box burst (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass72,693 miles (+6,068)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    858535739588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,625 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    981999459854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Fail66,621 miles (+7,649)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,621 miles
    Test number
    598094978269
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass58,972 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    58,972 miles
    Test number
    890613333024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail58,971 miles (+8,561)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,971 miles
    Test number
    256727594324
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass50,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    50,410 miles
    Test number
    222046396752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,410 miles (+7,951)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,410 miles
    Test number
    329844117067
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass42,459 miles (+6,768)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    42,459 miles
    Test number
    443660778296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass35,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    775989504664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,686 miles (+8,266)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,686 miles
    Test number
    169737976799
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inside and outside faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inside and outside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Pass27,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,420 miles
    Test number
    408455017529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L26 WHY

Does L26 WHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 WHY is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 WHY?
The MOT on L26 WHY is valid until 15 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 WHY done?
L26 WHY was recorded at 86,729 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 7,243 miles a year.
Has L26 WHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 WHY has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 WHY 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 WHY find?
L26 WHY passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sills at front.

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