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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

L99 TJLMOT history

L99 TJL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 54,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

L99 TJL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
54,369 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 TJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 TJL was last recorded at 54,369 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 3,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,354 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,015 miles
Average per year
3,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,369 miles
  • 2024 – 51,354 miles
  • 2023 – 47,579 miles
  • 2022 – 42,492 miles
  • 2020 – 42,249 miles
  • 2019 – 37,650 miles
  • 2018 – 34,413 miles
  • 2017 – 31,302 miles
  • 2016 – 25,570 miles
  • 2014 – 19,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,369 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,369 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    54,369 miles
    Test number
    890818874775
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail54,364 miles (+3,010)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,364 miles
    Test number
    506824784600
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass51,354 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    51,354 miles
    Test number
    876012755302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail51,346 miles (+3,767)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,346 miles
    Test number
    688054626771
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing VERY BAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass47,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    47,579 miles
    Test number
    853785403191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,578 miles (+3,758)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,578 miles
    Test number
    844674496871
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass43,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    617396480691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail43,820 miles (+1,328)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    716402282015
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass42,492 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    42,492 miles
    Test number
    465760217899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,249 miles (+1,340)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    42,249 miles
    Test number
    277947525554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    40,909 miles
    Test number
    963629173129
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel long

  12. Fail40,909 miles (+3,259)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,909 miles
    Test number
    193355248077
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel long

  13. Pass37,650 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    37,650 miles
    Test number
    714475630050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    34,413 miles
    Test number
    259549158833
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres starting to perish 185/60/15

  15. Fail34,413 miles (+3,111)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,413 miles
    Test number
    899842776963
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres starting to perish 185/60/15

  16. Pass31,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    31,302 miles
    Test number
    465886004348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail31,302 miles (+5,732)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,302 miles
    Test number
    204642833116
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  18. Pass25,570 miles (+6,431)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    25,570 miles
    Test number
    831463669778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    19,139 miles
    Test number
    198791054309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 TJL

Does L99 TJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 TJL is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L99 TJL?
The MOT on L99 TJL is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 TJL done?
L99 TJL was recorded at 54,369 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 3,201 miles a year.
Has L99 TJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 TJL has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L99 TJL 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 L99 TJL find?
L99 TJL passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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