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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

L40 EYCMOT history

L40 EYC is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 87,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

L40 EYC white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
87,097 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 EYC
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
20 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 EYC was last recorded at 87,097 miles on 15 May 2026, 7,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,683 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,414 miles
Average per year
5,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,097 miles
  • 2025 – 79,683 miles
  • 2024 – 78,162 miles
  • 2023 – 76,206 miles
  • 2022 – 74,144 miles
  • 2021 – 71,743 miles
  • 2020 – 69,223 miles
  • 2019 – 66,244 miles
  • 2018 – 57,157 miles
  • 2017 – 49,055 miles
  • 2016 – 31,514 miles
  • 2015 – 26,044 miles
  • 2014 – 20,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,097 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,097 miles (+7,414)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,097 miles
    Test number
    707846058418
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass79,683 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,683 miles
    Test number
    629843320614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail79,644 miles (+1,482)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,644 miles
    Test number
    402441616718
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed abandoned cant hold revs at 2500 rpm (8.2.1.2 (d))

  4. Pass78,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    78,162 miles
    Test number
    268587593843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail78,160 miles (+1,954)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,160 miles
    Test number
    226998702290
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  6. Pass76,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,206 miles
    Test number
    247568884701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail76,206 miles (+2,062)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,206 miles
    Test number
    259350154884
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass74,144 miles (+2,401)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,144 miles
    Test number
    913136185072
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe at n/s front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass71,743 miles (+2,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    71,743 miles
    Test number
    925387248839
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass69,223 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,223 miles
    Test number
    894715750303
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail69,219 miles (+2,975)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,219 miles
    Test number
    409273942284
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass66,244 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,244 miles
    Test number
    129344065446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail66,145 miles (+8,988)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,145 miles
    Test number
    736758954853
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass57,157 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    57,157 miles
    Test number
    443786301985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail57,155 miles (+8,100)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,155 miles
    Test number
    812839486010
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass49,055 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,055 miles
    Test number
    965281336429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail49,043 miles (+17,529)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,043 miles
    Test number
    184478932592
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass31,514 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    726613285378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail31,514 miles (+5,470)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    605371518660
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise o,s side repeater

  20. Pass26,044 miles (+5,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,044 miles
    Test number
    138260805133
    • 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)

  21. Pass20,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    20,147 miles
    Test number
    808038004144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 EYC

Does L40 EYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 EYC is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 EYC?
The MOT on L40 EYC is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 EYC done?
L40 EYC was recorded at 87,097 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 5,545 miles a year.
Has L40 EYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 EYC has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 EYC 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 L40 EYC find?
L40 EYC passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen passenger side; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 3 more.

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