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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

L7 ORMMOT history

L7 ORM is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 124,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

L7 ORM white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
124,752 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 ORM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 ORM was last recorded at 124,752 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,730 miles · 27 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
8,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,752 miles
  • 2023 – 124,730 miles
  • 2022 – 114,269 miles
  • 2021 – 99,951 miles
  • 2020 – 85,912 miles
  • 2019 – 73,498 miles
  • 2018 – 61,524 miles
  • 2017 – 46,082 miles
  • 2016 – 32,869 miles
  • 2015 – 23,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,752 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low smooth on inner edge slightly perished cracks in walls 215/45 r16 86h

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine management warning lamp staying lit

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,752 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    124,752 miles
    Test number
    898102132895
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail124,730 miles (+10,461)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,730 miles
    Test number
    574882770491
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to coolant leak. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory215 45 16 tyres on rear but 195 50 16 tyres on front

  3. Pass114,269 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    114,269 miles
    Test number
    876865618931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low smooth on inner edge slightly perished cracks in walls 215/45 r16 86h (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail114,247 miles (+14,296)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,247 miles
    Test number
    471347752039
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine management warning lamp staying lit (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low smooth on inner edge slightly perished cracks in walls 215/45 r16 86h (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass99,951 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,951 miles
    Test number
    984547256693
    • AdvisoryRear silencer lost outer skin not blowing
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split

  6. Fail99,950 miles (+14,038)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,950 miles
    Test number
    634106124355
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall 215/45 zr16 90y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outerv wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine management warning lamp staying lit (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer lost outer skin not blowing
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split

  7. Pass85,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,912 miles
    Test number
    352000299769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also has slight inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail85,912 miles (+12,414)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,912 miles
    Test number
    604506182279
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also has slight inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass73,498 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,498 miles
    Test number
    120385271579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 215/45 zr16 90y (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail73,498 miles (+11,974)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,498 miles
    Test number
    199738204014
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split renew wiper (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split renew wiper (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 215/45 zr16 90y (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,524 miles
    Test number
    461787919828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,524 miles (+15,442)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,524 miles
    Test number
    166319833103
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass46,082 miles (+13,213)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,082 miles
    Test number
    969432628025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,869 miles (+9,496)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,869 miles
    Test number
    124914118067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    23,373 miles
    Test number
    177983865017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 ORM

Does L7 ORM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 ORM is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 ORM?
The MOT on L7 ORM is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 ORM done?
L7 ORM was recorded at 124,752 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 8,775 miles a year.
Has L7 ORM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 ORM has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 ORM 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 L7 ORM find?
L7 ORM passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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