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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,422 cc

L3 DVWMOT history

L3 DVW is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

L3 DVW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
84,301 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 DVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 DVW was last recorded at 84,301 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,704 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,597 miles
Average per year
4,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,301 miles
  • 2025 – 81,704 miles
  • 2024 – 79,537 miles
  • 2023 – 76,392 miles
  • 2022 – 73,574 miles
  • 2021 – 71,696 miles
  • 2020 – 71,005 miles
  • 2019 – 66,083 miles
  • 2018 – 59,801 miles
  • 2017 – 54,333 miles
  • 2016 – 48,344 miles
  • 2015 – 42,812 miles
  • 2014 – 33,609 miles
  • 2013 – 24,491 miles
  • 2012 – 14,666 miles
  • 2011 – 14,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,301 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,301 miles
    Test number
    692617104260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,301 miles (+2,597)2 dangerous4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,301 miles
    Test number
    447992913264
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass81,704 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,704 miles
    Test number
    181214784606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,537 miles (+3,145)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,537 miles
    Test number
    478642402722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,392 miles
    Test number
    961758782812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,392 miles (+2,818)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,392 miles
    Test number
    621794819852
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass73,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,574 miles
    Test number
    564781837777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,574 miles (+1,878)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,574 miles
    Test number
    642322134465
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass71,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,696 miles
    Test number
    514653052029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,693 miles (+688)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,693 miles
    Test number
    441588866303
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,005 miles
    Test number
    643355134882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,001 miles (+4,918)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,001 miles
    Test number
    557763354823
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass66,083 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2020
    Odometer
    66,083 miles
    Test number
    275205718922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,080 miles (+6,279)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,080 miles
    Test number
    735933650960
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Pass59,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,801 miles
    Test number
    573692374945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,797 miles (+3,464)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,797 miles
    Test number
    538351722712
    • FailureNearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass54,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    679893120416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,331 miles (+5,987)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,331 miles
    Test number
    713827034441
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass48,344 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,344 miles
    Test number
    787582964783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,812 miles (+9,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,812 miles
    Test number
    139156825110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass33,609 miles (+9,118)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,609 miles
    Test number
    266708114452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,491 miles
    Test number
    798469923108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,491 miles (+9,825)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,491 miles
    Test number
    838639123122
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass14,666 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    14,666 miles
    Test number
    565161832111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,262 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,262 miles
    Test number
    288387541323
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass14,262 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    14,262 miles
    Test number
    796137441349
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about L3 DVW

Does L3 DVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 DVW is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 DVW?
The MOT on L3 DVW is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 DVW done?
L3 DVW was recorded at 84,301 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 4,873 miles a year.
Has L3 DVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 DVW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 DVW 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 L3 DVW find?
L3 DVW passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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