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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LG11 GRXMOT history

LG11 GRX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 179,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LG11 GRX blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
179,168 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG11 GRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG11 GRX was last recorded at 179,168 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 7,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,621 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,547 miles
Average per year
11,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,168 miles
  • 2025 – 171,621 miles
  • 2024 – 161,020 miles
  • 2023 – 148,931 miles
  • 2022 – 136,590 miles
  • 2021 – 121,397 miles
  • 2020 – 111,975 miles
  • 2019 – 100,531 miles
  • 2018 – 90,318 miles
  • 2017 – 82,158 miles
  • 2016 – 69,372 miles
  • 2015 – 55,516 miles
  • 2014 – 40,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,168 miles
  • 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,168 miles (+7,547)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    179,168 miles
    Test number
    644334622938
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass171,621 miles (+10,601)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    171,621 miles
    Test number
    864803626500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass161,020 miles (+12,089)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    161,020 miles
    Test number
    145964846052
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,931 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,931 miles
    Test number
    642541457338
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong travel on handbrake lever
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger headrest missing

  5. Fail148,931 miles (+12,341)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,931 miles
    Test number
    974832258572
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong travel on handbrake lever
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger headrest missing

  6. Pass136,590 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    136,590 miles
    Test number
    493839381345
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,588 miles (+15,191)2 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,588 miles
    Test number
    275928316593
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm O/S & N/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S & N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass121,397 miles (+9,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,397 miles
    Test number
    983866904661
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass111,975 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,975 miles
    Test number
    881728831473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail111,975 miles (+11,444)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,975 miles
    Test number
    803927580642
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside DRL not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass100,531 miles (+10,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    100,531 miles
    Test number
    130848413411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass90,318 miles (+8,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,318 miles
    Test number
    863064775529
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass82,158 miles (+12,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    82,158 miles
    Test number
    908696718369
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Unable to properly check seat belt due to child seat fitted

  14. Pass69,372 miles (+13,856)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    69,372 miles
    Test number
    766949147159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,516 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,516 miles
    Test number
    435611445090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteD.p.f.fitted

  16. Fail55,516 miles (+15,428)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,516 miles
    Test number
    816681345097
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteD.p.f.fitted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low 3 mm

  17. Pass40,088 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,088 miles
    Test number
    287328254087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront lower bumper trim detatched

  18. Fail40,088 miles4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,088 miles
    Test number
    976368054077
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront lower bumper trim detatched

Questions about LG11 GRX

Does LG11 GRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG11 GRX is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG11 GRX?
The MOT on LG11 GRX is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG11 GRX done?
LG11 GRX was recorded at 179,168 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 11,601 miles a year.
Has LG11 GRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG11 GRX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LG11 GRX 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 GRX find?
LG11 GRX passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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