Volkswagen Polo
Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc
L30 PGWMOT history
L30 PGW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 211,532 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 211,532 mi
- At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 15 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 12,031 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L30 PGW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 30 Sept 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 22 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L30 PGW was last recorded at 211,532 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 9,814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 201,718 miles · 12 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 9,814 miles
- Average per year
- 12,031 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 211,532 miles
- 2025 – 201,718 miles
- 2024 – 189,937 miles
- 2023 – 180,973 miles
- 2022 – 177,781 miles
- 2021 – 166,509 miles
- 2020 – 153,444 miles
- 2019 – 145,444 miles
- 2018 – 136,641 miles
- 2017 – 128,325 miles
- 2016 – 113,459 miles
- 2015 – 94,466 miles
- 2014 – 78,027 miles
- 2013 – 60,619 miles
- 2012 – 42,849 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass211,532 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020
Full MOT history
22 tests since 14 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass211,532 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 211,532 miles
- Test number
- 958219824549
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail211,532 miles (+9,814)5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 211,532 miles
- Test number
- 541454963485
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass201,718 miles (+59)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 201,718 miles
- Test number
- 994452393431
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail201,659 miles (+11,722)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,659 miles
- Test number
- 890625411109
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass189,937 miles (+8,964)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 189,937 miles
- Test number
- 504718485259
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass180,973 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 180,973 miles
- Test number
- 682437061652
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail180,973 miles (+3,192)2 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 180,973 miles
- Test number
- 161403666641
- DangerousOffside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
Pass177,781 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 177,781 miles
- Test number
- 983592046394
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail177,781 miles (+11,272)4 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,781 miles
- Test number
- 841961837706
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass166,509 miles (+13,065)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 166,509 miles
- Test number
- 361098942242
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass153,444 miles4 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 153,444 miles
- Test number
- 883462052743
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail153,444 miles (+8,000)1 major4 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,444 miles
- Test number
- 249432708021
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass145,444 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 145,444 miles
- Test number
- 602019317179
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail145,442 miles (+8,801)1 dangerous1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,442 miles
- Test number
- 376052592744
- DangerousOffside Rear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass136,641 miles (+8,316)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 136,641 miles
- Test number
- 796988703634
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryBack box corroded
- AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
Pass128,325 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 128,325 miles
- Test number
- 768416507228
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOsr tyre heavy inner edge wear
Fail128,324 miles (+14,865)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,324 miles
- Test number
- 129754072117
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOsr tyre heavy inner edge wear
Pass113,459 miles (+18,993)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 113,459 miles
- Test number
- 177785678587
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass94,466 miles (+16,439)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 94,466 miles
- Test number
- 905131228874
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass78,027 miles (+17,408)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 78,027 miles
- Test number
- 138712064233
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass60,619 miles (+17,770)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 60,619 miles
- Test number
- 607920263281
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass42,849 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 42,849 miles
- Test number
- 429098452249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L30 PGW
- Does L30 PGW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 PGW is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L30 PGW?
- The MOT on L30 PGW is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L30 PGW done?
- L30 PGW was recorded at 211,532 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 12,031 miles a year.
- Has L30 PGW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L30 PGW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on L30 PGW 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 L30 PGW find?
- L30 PGW passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.
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