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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,390 cc

L31 MKJMOT history

L31 MKJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

L31 MKJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
127,923 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 MKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 MKJ was last recorded at 127,923 miles on 22 May 2026, 7,127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,796 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,127 miles
Average per year
7,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,923 miles
  • 2025 – 120,796 miles
  • 2024 – 113,382 miles
  • 2023 – 107,853 miles
  • 2022 – 100,511 miles
  • 2021 – 92,611 miles
  • 2020 – 86,510 miles
  • 2019 – 81,945 miles
  • 2018 – 76,222 miles
  • 2017 – 67,717 miles
  • 2016 – 58,350 miles
  • 2015 – 53,002 miles
  • 2014 – 43,264 miles
  • 2013 – 30,021 miles
  • 2012 – 25,758 miles
  • 2011 – 20,447 miles
  • 2010 – 14,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,923 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,923 miles (+7,127)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    127,923 miles
    Test number
    546163487198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,796 miles (+7,414)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    120,796 miles
    Test number
    534573794399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    113,382 miles
    Test number
    470629957283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail113,382 miles (+5,529)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,382 miles
    Test number
    733741531251
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass107,853 miles (+7,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,853 miles
    Test number
    706397806569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass100,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    100,511 miles
    Test number
    777135421502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail100,511 miles (+7,900)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,511 miles
    Test number
    273822890410
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass92,611 miles (+6,101)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,611 miles
    Test number
    414068154221
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,510 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    86,510 miles
    Test number
    967712822783
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail86,507 miles (+4,562)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,507 miles
    Test number
    729942977459
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass81,945 miles (+5,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    81,945 miles
    Test number
    551701508118
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass76,222 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,222 miles
    Test number
    295789842743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,717 miles (+9,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    67,717 miles
    Test number
    519336152768
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone rear bushes fitted incorrectly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,350 miles (+5,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,350 miles
    Test number
    317241858629
    • AdvisoryUnable to check nsr seatbelt as child seat fitted

  15. Pass53,002 miles (+9,738)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    53,002 miles
    Test number
    668884955199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,264 miles (+13,243)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,264 miles
    Test number
    718933144176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,021 miles
    Test number
    385886653161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,021 miles (+4,263)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,021 miles
    Test number
    967996553162
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass25,758 miles (+5,311)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    348661722407
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear unable to give adult seat belt full inspection

  20. Pass20,447 miles (+5,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,447 miles
    Test number
    766007811246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass14,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    14,946 miles
    Test number
    401714370104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail14,946 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,946 miles
    Test number
    841224370131
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/S wiper blade worn

Questions about L31 MKJ

Does L31 MKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 MKJ is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 MKJ?
The MOT on L31 MKJ is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 MKJ done?
L31 MKJ was recorded at 127,923 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 7,100 miles a year.
Has L31 MKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 MKJ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 MKJ 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 MKJ find?
L31 MKJ passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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