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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LG11 GRUMOT history

LG11 GRU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 147,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

LG11 GRU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
147,384 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG11 GRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG11 GRU was last recorded at 147,384 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,343 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
9,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,384 miles
  • 2025 – 143,193 miles
  • 2024 – 135,498 miles
  • 2023 – 133,475 miles
  • 2022 – 126,537 miles
  • 2021 – 110,557 miles
  • 2020 – 98,381 miles
  • 2019 – 87,940 miles
  • 2018 – 77,593 miles
  • 2017 – 66,423 miles
  • 2016 – 55,862 miles
  • 2015 – 45,110 miles
  • 2014 – 34,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,384 miles
  • MinorOffside 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
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn to 2.9 mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,384 miles (+41)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    147,384 miles
    Test number
    465604168635
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn to 2.9 mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail147,343 miles (+4,150)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,343 miles
    Test number
    214903871229
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing cap missing. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn to 2.9 mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass143,193 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    143,193 miles
    Test number
    852867587101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail143,193 miles (+7,695)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,193 miles
    Test number
    453073978718
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass135,498 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,498 miles
    Test number
    513967673287
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail135,498 miles (+2,023)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,498 miles
    Test number
    854452690870
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass133,475 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,475 miles
    Test number
    950467733734
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing just starting to perish on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail133,472 miles (+6,935)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,472 miles
    Test number
    320934564525
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing just starting to perish on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass126,537 miles (+15,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    126,537 miles
    Test number
    682812151297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass110,557 miles (+12,176)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,557 miles
    Test number
    238871593684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,381 miles (+10,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    98,381 miles
    Test number
    196244717197
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.o/s/n/s/rear shoker bump stop poor condition

  12. Pass87,940 miles (+10,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,940 miles
    Test number
    949063223743
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner treads
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight mounts broken but lights still supported
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass77,593 miles (+11,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,593 miles
    Test number
    100951362548
    • AdvisoryCovers & trays
    • AdvisoryLow emitter

  14. Pass66,423 miles (+137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,423 miles
    Test number
    497202270476
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryLow emissions engine no print out

  15. Fail66,286 miles (+10,424)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,286 miles
    Test number
    258340073244
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high adjuster broken (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryLow emissions engine no print out

  16. Pass55,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,862 miles
    Test number
    977364671743
    • AdvisoryLow emission engine no print out
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail55,862 miles (+10,752)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,862 miles
    Test number
    655787834021
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryLow emission engine no print out
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass45,110 miles (+10,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,110 miles
    Test number
    755649155012
    • 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)

  19. Pass34,461 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,461 miles
    Test number
    165727964065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,259 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,259 miles
    Test number
    807130664090
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LG11 GRU

Does LG11 GRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG11 GRU is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG11 GRU?
The MOT on LG11 GRU is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG11 GRU done?
LG11 GRU was recorded at 147,384 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 9,215 miles a year.
Has LG11 GRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG11 GRU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LG11 GRU 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 LG11 GRU find?
LG11 GRU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn to 2.9 mm..

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