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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,199 cc

L28 YLYMOT history

L28 YLY is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

L28 YLY white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
101,253 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 YLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 YLY was last recorded at 101,253 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 3,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,058 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,195 miles
Average per year
6,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,253 miles
  • 2025 – 98,058 miles
  • 2024 – 95,641 miles
  • 2023 – 91,225 miles
  • 2022 – 78,125 miles
  • 2021 – 68,941 miles
  • 2020 – 60,762 miles
  • 2019 – 53,292 miles
  • 2018 – 46,008 miles
  • 2016 – 38,995 miles
  • 2015 – 33,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,253 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside mirror casing damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,253 miles (+3,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    101,253 miles
    Test number
    491220656016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass98,058 miles (+2,417)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    98,058 miles
    Test number
    150747602655
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,641 miles (+4,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,641 miles
    Test number
    767084041698
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corded

  4. Pass91,225 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,225 miles
    Test number
    968690043272
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail91,223 miles (+13,098)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,223 miles
    Test number
    917572503922
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass78,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,125 miles
    Test number
    185882606709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail78,125 miles (+217)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,125 miles
    Test number
    252356487611
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail77,908 miles (+8,967)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,908 miles
    Test number
    389244225304
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass68,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    68,941 miles
    Test number
    177300454845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,941 miles (+1,978)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,941 miles
    Test number
    831734930949
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass66,963 miles (+6,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,963 miles
    Test number
    742939559874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass60,762 miles (+7,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,762 miles
    Test number
    384757662831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass53,292 miles (+7,284)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    53,292 miles
    Test number
    466737423396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    46,008 miles
    Test number
    977763796751
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight bind in rear brakes

  15. Fail46,008 miles (+7,013)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,008 miles
    Test number
    379524151197
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight bind in rear brakes

  16. Pass38,995 miles (+5,752)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,995 miles
    Test number
    784339156888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,243 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,243 miles
    Test number
    348236839778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,131 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,131 miles
    Test number
    672212223234
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Questions about L28 YLY

Does L28 YLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 YLY is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 YLY?
The MOT on L28 YLY is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 YLY done?
L28 YLY was recorded at 101,253 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 6,325 miles a year.
Has L28 YLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 YLY has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L28 YLY 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 YLY find?
L28 YLY passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres.

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