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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

L7 XXJMOT history

L7 XXJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 138,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L7 XXJ white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,472 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 XXJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 XXJ was last recorded at 138,472 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,464 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
9,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,472 miles
  • 2025 – 134,365 miles
  • 2024 – 127,857 miles
  • 2023 – 122,134 miles
  • 2022 – 110,020 miles
  • 2021 – 101,667 miles
  • 2020 – 90,207 miles
  • 2019 – 83,152 miles
  • 2018 – 62,195 miles
  • 2017 – 47,917 miles
  • 2016 – 33,075 miles
  • 2015 – 25,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,472 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Brake lever pivots slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Upper Coolant leak inlet manifold

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,472 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,472 miles
    Test number
    924276136709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail138,464 miles (+4,099)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,464 miles
    Test number
    263758173387
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass134,365 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    134,365 miles
    Test number
    185621056026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail134,365 miles (+6,508)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,365 miles
    Test number
    868045501012
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,857 miles (+5,723)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    127,857 miles
    Test number
    829786724414
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass122,134 miles (+12,114)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,134 miles
    Test number
    181128786983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass110,020 miles (+8,353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,020 miles
    Test number
    442249799527
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak water pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  8. Pass101,667 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,667 miles
    Test number
    815253790909
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coolant leak inlet manifold

  9. Fail101,664 miles (+11,457)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,664 miles
    Test number
    332735729760
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coolant leak inlet manifold

  10. Pass90,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    90,207 miles
    Test number
    680330038670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Other passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail90,207 miles (+7,055)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,207 miles
    Test number
    963413332897
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Other passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass83,152 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,152 miles
    Test number
    957110762448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,151 miles (+6,281)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,151 miles
    Test number
    994043295753
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass76,870 miles (+14,675)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    76,870 miles
    Test number
    370511505584
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass62,195 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,195 miles
    Test number
    247765131763
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe (7.1.2)

  16. Fail62,195 miles (+14,278)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,195 miles
    Test number
    390435631077
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake light bind

  17. Pass47,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    47,917 miles
    Test number
    321661995477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,917 miles (+14,842)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,917 miles
    Test number
    205500790211
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass33,075 miles (+7,288)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,075 miles
    Test number
    124906619062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    25,787 miles
    Test number
    167074815470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 XXJ

Does L7 XXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 XXJ is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 XXJ?
The MOT on L7 XXJ is valid until 30 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 XXJ done?
L7 XXJ was recorded at 138,472 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 9,621 miles a year.
Has L7 XXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 XXJ has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 XXJ 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 XXJ find?
L7 XXJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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