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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2015 · 999 cc

L28 PHXMOT history

L28 PHX is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 165,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

L28 PHX red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
165,674 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
18,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 PHX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
13 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 PHX was last recorded at 165,674 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,671 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
18,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,674 miles
  • 2025 – 143,102 miles
  • 2024 – 115,390 miles
  • 2023 – 82,182 miles
  • 2022 – 56,768 miles
  • 2021 – 44,946 miles
  • 2020 – 36,957 miles
  • 2019 – 27,639 miles
  • 2018 – 17,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,674 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,674 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    165,674 miles
    Test number
    448913937152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail165,671 miles (+22,569)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,671 miles
    Test number
    800347172961
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine doesn't rev high enough (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass143,102 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,102 miles
    Test number
    693242405227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail143,102 miles (+27,712)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,102 miles
    Test number
    922505244843
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass115,390 miles (+100)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    115,390 miles
    Test number
    100438379162
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail115,290 miles (+33,108)3 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,290 miles
    Test number
    756848702030
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/45/16 Continental (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass82,182 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,182 miles
    Test number
    658732604791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,884 miles (+25,116)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,884 miles
    Test number
    349132954569
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass56,768 miles (+11,822)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    56,768 miles
    Test number
    314889894448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    44,946 miles
    Test number
    890541625480
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail44,946 miles (+7,989)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,946 miles
    Test number
    667765785179
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  12. Pass36,957 miles (+9,318)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    36,957 miles
    Test number
    586972475601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,639 miles (+9,766)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    27,639 miles
    Test number
    575724942218
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  14. Pass17,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    17,873 miles
    Test number
    126257610732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 PHX

Does L28 PHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 PHX is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 PHX?
The MOT on L28 PHX is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 PHX done?
L28 PHX was recorded at 165,674 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 18,660 miles a year.
Has L28 PHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 PHX has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 PHX 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 L28 PHX find?
L28 PHX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush split; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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