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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

L31 BYGMOT history

L31 BYG is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 88,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

L31 BYG white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,913 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 BYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 BYG was last recorded at 88,913 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 7,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,590 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,323 miles
Average per year
6,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,913 miles
  • 2025 – 81,590 miles
  • 2024 – 74,827 miles
  • 2023 – 68,800 miles
  • 2022 – 63,747 miles
  • 2021 – 56,162 miles
  • 2019 – 50,680 miles
  • 2018 – 42,547 miles
  • 2017 – 34,168 miles
  • 2016 – 29,853 miles
  • 2015 – 24,526 miles
  • 2014 – 18,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,913 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,913 miles (+7,323)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,913 miles
    Test number
    678748382881
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass81,590 miles (+6,763)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    914399335116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,827 miles (+6,027)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    74,827 miles
    Test number
    247928155975
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass68,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    68,800 miles
    Test number
    775928757544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,800 miles (+5,053)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,800 miles
    Test number
    233926881433
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass63,747 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,747 miles
    Test number
    310932147574
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail63,747 miles (+7,585)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,747 miles
    Test number
    223941551198
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass56,162 miles (+5,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,162 miles
    Test number
    634358347375
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front have inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge **2mm** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass50,680 miles (+8,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    50,680 miles
    Test number
    130908950478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm measured depth 1.5mm legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm measured depth 1.5mm legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass42,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    42,547 miles
    Test number
    728408155372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail42,543 miles (+8,375)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,543 miles
    Test number
    970528664797
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Also starting to lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass34,168 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    34,168 miles
    Test number
    685824123586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,853 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,853 miles
    Test number
    649853502972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,526 miles (+6,156)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,526 miles
    Test number
    628682915241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,370 miles
    Test number
    945891894124
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L31 BYG

Does L31 BYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 BYG is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 BYG?
The MOT on L31 BYG is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 BYG done?
L31 BYG was recorded at 88,913 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 6,068 miles a year.
Has L31 BYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 BYG has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L31 BYG 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 L31 BYG find?
L31 BYG passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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