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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,400 cc

L4 JLSMOT history

L4 JLS is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Feb 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 31,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

L4 JLS black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 May 2027
Mileage
31,993 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 JLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 JLS was last recorded at 31,993 miles on 13 May 2026, 1,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,700 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,293 miles
Average per year
1,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,993 miles
  • 2025 – 30,700 miles
  • 2024 – 29,278 miles
  • 2023 – 27,992 miles
  • 2021 – 25,352 miles
  • 2020 – 24,317 miles
  • 2019 – 22,867 miles
  • 2018 – 21,119 miles
  • 2017 – 19,525 miles
  • 2016 – 17,411 miles
  • 2015 – 14,741 miles
  • 2014 – 12,720 miles
  • 2013 – 11,271 miles
  • 2012 – 9,413 miles
  • 2011 – 7,653 miles
  • 2010 – 6,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,993 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (185/60x14)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,993 miles (+1,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2027
    Odometer
    31,993 miles
    Test number
    887650536558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass30,700 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    30,700 miles
    Test number
    835766625149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Fail30,700 miles (+1,422)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,700 miles
    Test number
    163498040887
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  4. Pass29,278 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    29,278 miles
    Test number
    605662595181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail29,273 miles (+1,281)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,273 miles
    Test number
    692469735359
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass27,992 miles (+2,640)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    27,992 miles
    Test number
    810425201007
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Wing Mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass25,352 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    25,352 miles
    Test number
    757664573846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail25,352 miles (+1,035)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,352 miles
    Test number
    496042260577
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass24,317 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    24,317 miles
    Test number
    104189853119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (185/60x14) (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail24,317 miles (+1,450)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,317 miles
    Test number
    599895528044
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (185/60x14) (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass22,867 miles (+1,748)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    22,867 miles
    Test number
    161130163295
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower arm corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass21,119 miles (+1,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    21,119 miles
    Test number
    650194732067
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked & shattered (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass19,525 miles (+2,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    19,525 miles
    Test number
    618528896432
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked & damaged slightly (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass17,411 miles (+2,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,411 miles
    Test number
    714553370759
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked & damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has tread cracking badly due to age/deterioration

  15. Pass14,741 miles (+2,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    14,741 miles
    Test number
    358962135189
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass12,720 miles (+1,449)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,720 miles
    Test number
    177866174081
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth n/s & o/s front tyres have deteriorated badly showing fatigue cracks on tread (no cords showing at time of test)

  17. Fail11,271 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,271 miles
    Test number
    119184573032
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass11,271 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    11,271 miles
    Test number
    827984973078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,413 miles (+1,760)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    9,413 miles
    Test number
    117276742496
    • NoteO/S/F brake disc corroded on outer edge & pitted

  20. Pass7,653 miles (+1,635)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    7,653 miles
    Test number
    765778241065
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  21. Pass6,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    6,018 miles
    Test number
    231011340056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 JLS

Does L4 JLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 JLS is valid until 16 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 JLS?
The MOT on L4 JLS is valid until 16 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 JLS done?
L4 JLS was recorded at 31,993 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 1,598 miles a year.
Has L4 JLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 JLS has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 JLS 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 L4 JLS find?
L4 JLS passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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