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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,900 cc

LC07 OVWMOT history

LC07 OVW is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2007. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 296,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

LC07 OVW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2025
Mileage
296,170 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
17,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC07 OVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC07 OVW was last recorded at 296,170 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
296,168 miles · 2 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
17,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 296,170 miles
  • 2023 – 289,903 miles
  • 2022 – 272,557 miles
  • 2021 – 257,363 miles
  • 2020 – 241,612 miles
  • 2019 – 220,330 miles
  • 2018 – 202,065 miles
  • 2017 – 184,200 miles
  • 2016 – 165,162 miles
  • 2015 – 148,014 miles
  • 2014 – 128,271 miles
  • 2013 – 117,761 miles
  • 2012 – 97,684 miles
  • 2011 – 70,401 miles
  • 2010 – 51,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass296,170 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass296,170 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    296,170 miles
    Test number
    658002561322
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail296,168 miles (+6,265)10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    296,168 miles
    Test number
    770853788834
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass289,903 miles (+17,346)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    289,903 miles
    Test number
    388280043343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass272,557 miles (+15,194)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    272,557 miles
    Test number
    758494000377
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass257,363 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    257,363 miles
    Test number
    885913480783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail257,357 miles (+15,745)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,357 miles
    Test number
    119992891559
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre is worn on the inner edge.

  7. Pass241,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    241,612 miles
    Test number
    395642323540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail241,612 miles (+21,282)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,612 miles
    Test number
    373098638333
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass220,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    220,330 miles
    Test number
    803729404698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail220,330 miles (+18,265)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,330 miles
    Test number
    986558160893
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass202,065 miles (+17,865)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    202,065 miles
    Test number
    264614959174
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass184,200 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    184,200 miles
    Test number
    421349749551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail184,197 miles (+19,035)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,197 miles
    Test number
    366424066849
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass165,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    165,162 miles
    Test number
    819928381856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail165,162 miles (+17,148)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,162 miles
    Test number
    806320190256
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass148,014 miles (+19,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    148,014 miles
    Test number
    829720755199
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass128,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    128,271 miles
    Test number
    198345634115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Fail128,271 miles (+10,510)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,271 miles
    Test number
    888715434132
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Pass117,761 miles (+20,077)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    117,761 miles
    Test number
    245398633195
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion and wear in both rear brake discs(brake check recomended)
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread wearing badly on inner edges

  20. Fail97,684 miles5 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,684 miles
    Test number
    205021262424
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass97,684 miles (+27,283)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,684 miles
    Test number
    926851562138
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass70,401 miles (+19,379)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,401 miles
    Test number
    736622831110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,022 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,022 miles
    Test number
    332596710170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LC07 OVW

Does LC07 OVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC07 OVW expired on 7 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC07 OVW?
The MOT on LC07 OVW expired on 7 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC07 OVW done?
LC07 OVW was recorded at 296,170 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 17,571 miles a year.
Has LC07 OVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC07 OVW has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LC07 OVW 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 LC07 OVW find?
LC07 OVW passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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