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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC11 EDLMOT history

LC11 EDL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

LC11 EDL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
105,995 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC11 EDL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC11 EDL was last recorded at 105,995 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,928 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
67 miles
Average per year
6,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,995 miles
  • 2025 – 100,485 miles
  • 2024 – 97,932 miles
  • 2023 – 93,860 miles
  • 2022 – 89,911 miles
  • 2021 – 87,152 miles
  • 2020 – 84,292 miles
  • 2019 – 77,321 miles
  • 2018 – 70,583 miles
  • 2017 – 64,967 miles
  • 2016 – 59,105 miles
  • 2015 – 41,943 miles
  • 2014 – 29,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,995 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,995 miles (+67)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    105,995 miles
    Test number
    878502421027
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,928 miles (+5,443)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,928 miles
    Test number
    189572094236
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,485 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,485 miles
    Test number
    972565404042
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail100,485 miles (+2,553)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,485 miles
    Test number
    895549762269
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/70r14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/70r14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass97,932 miles (+4,072)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,932 miles
    Test number
    690521378649
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass93,860 miles (+3,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,860 miles
    Test number
    938332507299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear beam corroded

  7. Pass89,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,911 miles
    Test number
    978572620798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail89,911 miles (+2,759)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,911 miles
    Test number
    539366429908
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass87,152 miles (+2,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,152 miles
    Test number
    948855811841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,292 miles
    Test number
    741322655968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail84,292 miles (+6,971)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,292 miles
    Test number
    202490672262
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass77,321 miles (+6,738)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,321 miles
    Test number
    384937714532
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has very little reserve travel left

  13. Pass70,583 miles (+5,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,583 miles
    Test number
    342913561167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass64,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,967 miles
    Test number
    668198785167
    • AdvisoryStrongly advise wheel alignment check

  15. Fail64,967 miles (+5,862)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,967 miles
    Test number
    500210216892
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryStrongly advise wheel alignment check

  16. Pass59,105 miles (+17,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,105 miles
    Test number
    763380993413
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass41,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,943 miles
    Test number
    138482215194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,943 miles (+12,870)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,943 miles
    Test number
    456891215144
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass29,073 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,073 miles
    Test number
    869708514183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front and nearside rear tyres worn to 3mm in places
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn to 2mm in places

Questions about LC11 EDL

Does LC11 EDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC11 EDL is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC11 EDL?
The MOT on LC11 EDL is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC11 EDL done?
LC11 EDL was recorded at 105,995 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 6,155 miles a year.
Has LC11 EDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC11 EDL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LC11 EDL 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 LC11 EDL find?
LC11 EDL passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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