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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,798 cc

L27 XMCMOT history

L27 XMC is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 66,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

L27 XMC black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
66,477 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 XMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 XMC was last recorded at 66,477 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,442 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
5,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,477 miles
  • 2025 – 54,314 miles
  • 2024 – 45,005 miles
  • 2023 – 41,689 miles
  • 2022 – 39,484 miles
  • 2021 – 34,877 miles
  • 2020 – 31,986 miles
  • 2019 – 28,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,477 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system modified sport type fittedRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

13 tests since 20 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,477 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    66,477 miles
    Test number
    932787147855
    • AdvisoryExhaust system modified sport type fitted
  2. Fail66,442 miles (+308)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,442 miles
    Test number
    475669941540
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system modified sport type fitted
  3. Pass66,134 miles (+11,820)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    66,134 miles
    Test number
    639487006481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    54,314 miles
    Test number
    125502257131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail54,308 miles (+9,303)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,308 miles
    Test number
    219139710191
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass45,005 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    45,005 miles
    Test number
    744033824434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,689 miles (+2,205)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    41,689 miles
    Test number
    831213806675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,484 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    142507801389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,478 miles (+4,601)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,478 miles
    Test number
    122952706046
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass34,877 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,877 miles
    Test number
    667140559287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail34,874 miles (+2,888)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,874 miles
    Test number
    688426204200
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect Front and Rear (0.1 (c))
  12. Pass31,986 miles (+3,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,986 miles
    Test number
    404436290466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass28,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    28,651 miles
    Test number
    114342051177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 XMC

Does L27 XMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 XMC is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 XMC?
The MOT on L27 XMC is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 XMC done?
L27 XMC was recorded at 66,477 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 5,546 miles a year.
Has L27 XMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 XMC has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L27 XMC 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 L27 XMC find?
L27 XMC passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust system modified sport type fitted.

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