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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,043 cc

L81 EHOMOT history

L81 EHO is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 132,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
132,699 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L81 EHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,043 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
17 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L81 EHO was last recorded at 132,699 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,653 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
1,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,699 miles
  • 2025 – 131,768 miles
  • 2024 – 131,260 miles
  • 2021 – 128,102 miles
  • 2020 – 124,456 miles
  • 2019 – 121,361 miles
  • 2018 – 117,902 miles
  • 2017 – 114,769 miles
  • 2016 – 110,728 miles
  • 2015 – 108,100 miles
  • 2014 – 107,254 miles
  • 2013 – 106,564 miles
  • 2011 – 102,237 miles
  • 2007 – 100,981 miles
  • 2006 – 97,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,699 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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,699 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    132,699 miles
    Test number
    189685831713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail132,653 miles (+885)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,653 miles
    Test number
    336929089616
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  3. Pass131,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    131,768 miles
    Test number
    459434950238
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded but not within any testable areas

  4. Fail131,767 miles (+507)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,767 miles
    Test number
    420309172587
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded but not within any testable areas

  5. Pass131,260 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    131,260 miles
    Test number
    982135370640
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail131,258 miles (+3,156)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,258 miles
    Test number
    269532584279
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass128,102 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    128,102 miles
    Test number
    419113142710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,100 miles (+3,644)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,100 miles
    Test number
    997910723021
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass124,456 miles (+3,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    124,456 miles
    Test number
    122070038670
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper end and wheel arch cover insecure

  10. Pass121,361 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    121,361 miles
    Test number
    347097591218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,359 miles (+3,457)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,359 miles
    Test number
    768478457420
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Offside parking brake cable broken (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass117,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,902 miles
    Test number
    213260434049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,902 miles (+3,133)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,902 miles
    Test number
    955426496901
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  14. Pass114,769 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,769 miles
    Test number
    199899912201
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes have slight bind

  15. Fail114,765 miles (+4,037)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,765 miles
    Test number
    356533205015
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes have slight bind

  16. Pass110,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    210867114983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail110,728 miles (+2,628)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    771259804715
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  18. Pass108,100 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,100 miles
    Test number
    619082695062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail108,072 miles (+818)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,072 miles
    Test number
    809570695050
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass107,254 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,254 miles
    Test number
    265387194078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail107,254 miles (+690)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,254 miles
    Test number
    527503594099
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass106,564 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,564 miles
    Test number
    389056013179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteSlight bind front wheels

  23. Fail106,564 miles (+4,327)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,564 miles
    Test number
    286046413488
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteSlight bind front wheels

  24. Pass102,237 miles (+1,256)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    102,237 miles
    Test number
    857718741356
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteOffside front steering arm slightly bent
    • NoteSlight play both front top strut mounts
    • NoteVery slight bind both front wheels
    • NoteVery slight play both rear wheel bearings

  25. Pass100,981 miles (+3,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    100,981 miles
    Test number
    361724357060
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass97,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    97,744 miles
    Test number
    662244486039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L81 EHO

Does L81 EHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L81 EHO is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L81 EHO?
The MOT on L81 EHO is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L81 EHO done?
L81 EHO was recorded at 132,699 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 1,717 miles a year.
Has L81 EHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L81 EHO has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L81 EHO 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 L81 EHO find?
L81 EHO passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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