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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

L70 CAVMOT history

L70 CAV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

L70 CAV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2023
Mileage
89,634 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 CAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 CAV was last recorded at 89,634 miles on 8 Dec 2022, 7,113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,521 miles · 24 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
7,113 miles
Average per year
6,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,634 miles
  • 2021 – 82,521 miles
  • 2020 – 70,046 miles
  • 2019 – 53,141 miles
  • 2018 – 39,094 miles
  • 2016 – 37,963 miles
  • 2015 – 31,441 miles
  • 2014 – 25,617 miles
  • 2013 – 23,265 miles
  • 2012 – 20,698 miles
  • 2011 – 15,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,634 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,634 miles (+7,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,634 miles
    Test number
    632395021528
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Pass82,521 miles (+12,475)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,521 miles
    Test number
    576744505742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,046 miles
    Test number
    533571466550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  4. Fail70,046 miles (+16,905)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,046 miles
    Test number
    914150639381
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  5. Pass53,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    370335754821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  6. Fail53,133 miles (+14,039)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,133 miles
    Test number
    975859780051
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  7. Pass39,094 miles (+1,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    39,094 miles
    Test number
    633883947320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass37,963 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    37,963 miles
    Test number
    270558874079
    • DangerousNearside Rear tyre poor condition (cracking between tread)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Fail37,963 miles (+6,522)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,963 miles
    Test number
    711446849194
    • DangerousNearside Rear tyre poor condition (cracking between tread)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass31,441 miles (+5,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    31,441 miles
    Test number
    777075973790
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to perish
  11. Pass25,617 miles (+336)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    25,617 miles
    Test number
    408201914467
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass25,281 miles (+2,016)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,281 miles
    Test number
    577066254165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,265 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    23,265 miles
    Test number
    139493533110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail23,231 miles (+2,533)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,231 miles
    Test number
    267248723179
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass20,698 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,698 miles
    Test number
    125680932192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,664 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,664 miles
    Test number
    169717962077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,712 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,712 miles
    Test number
    385667581010
    • NoteO/s mirror indicator cracked,water in lense,light deteriorating

Questions about L70 CAV

Does L70 CAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 CAV expired on 7 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 CAV?
The MOT on L70 CAV expired on 7 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 CAV done?
L70 CAV was recorded at 89,634 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2022, an average of 6,319 miles a year.
Has L70 CAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 CAV has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on L70 CAV 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 L70 CAV find?
L70 CAV passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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