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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

L34 HAWMOT history

L34 HAW is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 57,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

L34 HAW white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
57,292 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L34 HAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L34 HAW was last recorded at 57,292 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 10,172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,120 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,172 miles
Average per year
7,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,292 miles
  • 2025 – 47,120 miles
  • 2024 – 36,868 miles
  • 2023 – 26,830 miles
  • 2022 – 22,903 miles
  • 2021 – 19,916 miles
  • 2020 – 8,906 miles
  • 2019 – 6,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,292 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 9 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    224979353945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail57,292 miles (+10,172)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    378002494393
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass47,120 miles (+10,252)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,120 miles
    Test number
    870885956806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass36,868 miles (+10,038)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    36,868 miles
    Test number
    287921874330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass26,830 miles (+3,927)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    26,830 miles
    Test number
    423288013977
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen upper area
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle
  6. Pass22,903 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    22,903 miles
    Test number
    164675744970
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService light illuminated.
  7. Fail22,875 miles (+2,959)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,875 miles
    Test number
    971537986401
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
  8. Pass19,916 miles (+11,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    19,916 miles
    Test number
    988477500071
    • 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. Pass8,906 miles (+2,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    8,906 miles
    Test number
    551199737362
    • AdvisoryCar like new
    • AdvisoryFull under body protection fitted
  10. Pass6,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    6,453 miles
    Test number
    628724949731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L34 HAW

Does L34 HAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L34 HAW is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L34 HAW?
The MOT on L34 HAW is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L34 HAW done?
L34 HAW was recorded at 57,292 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 7,125 miles a year.
Has L34 HAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L34 HAW has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L34 HAW 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 L34 HAW find?
L34 HAW passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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