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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

L40 OHJMOT history

L40 OHJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Aug 2011. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 93,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

L40 OHJ white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2026
Mileage
93,206 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 OHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 OHJ was last recorded at 93,206 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,205 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,206 miles
  • 2024 – 85,471 miles
  • 2023 – 77,744 miles
  • 2021 – 64,659 miles
  • 2020 – 56,125 miles
  • 2019 – 44,413 miles
  • 2018 – 36,146 miles
  • 2017 – 34,702 miles
  • 2016 – 31,950 miles
  • 2015 – 29,664 miles
  • 2014 – 23,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,206 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm. Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner & outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,206 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,206 miles
    Test number
    999539933454
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm. Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner & outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail93,205 miles (+7,734)12 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,205 miles
    Test number
    943312429027
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner & outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Gearbox mounting defective
  3. Pass85,471 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,471 miles
    Test number
    632788200565
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail85,471 miles (+7,727)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,471 miles
    Test number
    724476986807
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass77,744 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    917251974115
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail77,744 miles (+13,085)5 dangerous14 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    935578992942
    • DangerousBrake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass64,659 miles (+8,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,659 miles
    Test number
    232521141056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass56,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,125 miles
    Test number
    885510700103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,125 miles (+11,712)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,125 miles
    Test number
    820797181085
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass44,413 miles (+8,267)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,413 miles
    Test number
    933896719290
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass36,146 miles (+1,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    36,146 miles
    Test number
    312082384018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre / cracks between tread
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
  12. Pass34,702 miles (+2,752)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,702 miles
    Test number
    100212177513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,950 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    31,950 miles
    Test number
    361381311351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,664 miles (+251)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,664 miles
    Test number
    156846245265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • Note0 emissions recorded no print out provided o/s/r & n/s/r tyres cracking
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass29,413 miles (+6,234)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,413 miles
    Test number
    768749305205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,179 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    23,179 miles
    Test number
    415352304203
    • 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)

Questions about L40 OHJ

Does L40 OHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 OHJ expired on 9 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 OHJ?
The MOT on L40 OHJ expired on 9 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 OHJ done?
L40 OHJ was recorded at 93,206 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 6,383 miles a year.
Has L40 OHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 OHJ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 OHJ 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 OHJ find?
L40 OHJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm. outer edge worn, and 8 more.

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