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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

L31 UCSMOT history

L31 UCS is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 93,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

L31 UCS white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
93,270 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 UCS
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
13 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 UCS was last recorded at 93,270 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,240 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
6,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,270 miles
  • 2025 – 86,357 miles
  • 2024 – 81,000 miles
  • 2023 – 61,685 miles
  • 2022 – 49,480 miles
  • 2021 – 49,473 miles
  • 2020 – 45,903 miles
  • 2019 – 44,106 miles
  • 2018 – 41,327 miles
  • 2017 – 38,239 miles
  • 2016 – 34,430 miles
  • 2015 – 28,856 miles
  • 2014 – 23,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,270 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Covers and trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,270 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    93,270 miles
    Test number
    598884430173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail93,240 miles (+6,883)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,240 miles
    Test number
    395818747303
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail box and front flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass86,357 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    86,357 miles
    Test number
    443018094258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail86,354 miles (+5,354)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    565426784203
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,000 miles
    Test number
    919796634679
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail80,995 miles (+19,310)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    872225907655
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass61,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    61,685 miles
    Test number
    799202487745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail61,684 miles (+12,204)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,684 miles
    Test number
    956379880083
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass49,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    49,480 miles
    Test number
    346974261046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,480 miles (+7)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,480 miles
    Test number
    377584175672
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass49,473 miles (+3,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,473 miles
    Test number
    414183731154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass45,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    45,903 miles
    Test number
    100790088135
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail45,903 miles (+1,797)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,903 miles
    Test number
    742688170423
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass44,106 miles (+2,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,106 miles
    Test number
    146852763691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted

  15. Pass41,327 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    885349081734
    • AdvisoryCovers preventing access to some components.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake is binding slightly.

  16. Fail41,327 miles (+3,088)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    204016330962
    • Repaired at testFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers preventing access to some components.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake is binding slightly.

  17. Pass38,239 miles (+3,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    38,239 miles
    Test number
    958928359248
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted

  18. Pass34,430 miles (+5,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,430 miles
    Test number
    905163979126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass28,856 miles (+5,061)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    28,856 miles
    Test number
    331892756013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHigh hand brake travel

  20. Pass23,795 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    23,795 miles
    Test number
    185241034378
    • NoteHigh hand brake travel

Questions about L31 UCS

Does L31 UCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 UCS is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 UCS?
The MOT on L31 UCS is valid until 21 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 UCS done?
L31 UCS was recorded at 93,270 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 6,006 miles a year.
Has L31 UCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 UCS has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L31 UCS 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 UCS find?
L31 UCS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner steering rack end; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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