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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

L3 YBBMOT history

L3 YBB is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 141,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2025.

L3 YBB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,334 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 YBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 YBB was last recorded at 141,334 miles on 7 Dec 2025, 9,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,215 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,119 miles
Average per year
6,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,334 miles
  • 2023 – 123,152 miles
  • 2022 – 106,934 miles
  • 2021 – 101,460 miles
  • 2019 – 92,943 miles
  • 2018 – 87,139 miles
  • 2017 – 81,350 miles
  • 2016 – 73,687 miles
  • 2015 – 68,189 miles
  • 2014 – 61,687 miles
  • 2013 – 55,004 miles
  • 2012 – 50,290 miles
  • 2011 – 40,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,334 miles
  • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,334 miles (+9,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,334 miles
    Test number
    112912656191
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass132,215 miles (+9,063)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,215 miles
    Test number
    903122087255
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,152 miles (+8,452)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    123,152 miles
    Test number
    420238451948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,700 miles
    Test number
    958746596238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail114,700 miles (+7,766)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,700 miles
    Test number
    707615689047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass106,934 miles (+5,474)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,934 miles
    Test number
    795782513768
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass101,460 miles (+8,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,460 miles
    Test number
    765829695140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass92,943 miles (+5,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,943 miles
    Test number
    421779733928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass87,139 miles (+5,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,139 miles
    Test number
    902049115160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass81,350 miles (+7,663)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,350 miles
    Test number
    427378436215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,687 miles
    Test number
    342554730072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,687 miles (+5,498)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,687 miles
    Test number
    459513587498
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass68,189 miles (+6,502)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,189 miles
    Test number
    525380085165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,687 miles (+6,683)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,687 miles
    Test number
    408411944188
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges

  15. Fail55,004 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,004 miles
    Test number
    258973813475
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass55,004 miles (+4,714)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,004 miles
    Test number
    696763913185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,290 miles (+9,352)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,290 miles
    Test number
    236198502406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,938 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,938 miles
    Test number
    439750211192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L3 YBB

Does L3 YBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 YBB is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 YBB?
The MOT on L3 YBB is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 YBB done?
L3 YBB was recorded at 141,334 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2025, an average of 6,861 miles a year.
Has L3 YBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 YBB has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L3 YBB 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 YBB find?
L3 YBB passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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