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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LL02 BYJMOT history

LL02 BYJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 73,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

LL02 BYJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,260 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL02 BYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL02 BYJ was last recorded at 73,260 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 2,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,406 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,854 miles
Average per year
2,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,260 miles
  • 2025 – 70,406 miles
  • 2023 – 57,314 miles
  • 2022 – 55,624 miles
  • 2021 – 53,809 miles
  • 2020 – 52,682 miles
  • 2019 – 50,839 miles
  • 2018 – 47,941 miles
  • 2017 – 45,714 miles
  • 2016 – 42,660 miles
  • 2015 – 39,366 miles
  • 2014 – 36,286 miles
  • 2013 – 33,709 miles
  • 2012 – 30,769 miles
  • 2011 – 27,742 miles
  • 2010 – 25,206 miles
  • 2009 – 22,686 miles
  • 2008 – 19,528 miles
  • 2007 – 16,143 miles
  • 2006 – 13,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,260 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded age related

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,260 miles (+2,854)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,260 miles
    Test number
    946495793512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded age related

  2. Pass70,406 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,406 miles
    Test number
    446867105249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail70,406 miles (+13,092)1 dangerous2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,406 miles
    Test number
    709711507777
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,314 miles (+213)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,314 miles
    Test number
    906917283890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,101 miles (+1,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    57,101 miles
    Test number
    157604686218
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass55,624 miles (+1,815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    55,624 miles
    Test number
    487600603848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass53,809 miles (+1,127)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    53,809 miles
    Test number
    827387508529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    52,682 miles
    Test number
    708242417395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,682 miles (+1,843)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,682 miles
    Test number
    935742371586
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass50,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    50,839 miles
    Test number
    585250070707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail50,839 miles (+2,898)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,839 miles
    Test number
    447774514829
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass47,941 miles (+2,227)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    47,941 miles
    Test number
    481374931271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,714 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,714 miles
    Test number
    111016399519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,660 miles
    Test number
    794117143304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,658 miles (+3,292)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,658 miles
    Test number
    319931426958
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass39,366 miles (+3,080)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,366 miles
    Test number
    435826255033
    • NoteBoth front brake discs lipped
    • NoteBoth rear brake flex hose ferrules rusty
    • NoteSlight movement to n/s/f inner wishbone bush
    • NoteWear to o/s/f tyre (inneredge)

  17. Pass36,286 miles (+2,577)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,286 miles
    Test number
    125379254099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,709 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,709 miles
    Test number
    116623463417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,698 miles (+2,929)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,698 miles
    Test number
    287661563031
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass30,769 miles (+3,027)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,769 miles
    Test number
    149885952456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,742 miles
    Test number
    476087551065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,742 miles (+2,536)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,742 miles
    Test number
    767277451084
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Fail25,206 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,206 miles
    Test number
    410118650080
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass25,206 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,206 miles
    Test number
    624978050067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,686 miles (+3,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,686 miles
    Test number
    163364569045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass19,528 miles (+3,385)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,528 miles
    Test number
    701893868082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,143 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,143 miles
    Test number
    112442667001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass13,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,392 miles
    Test number
    581053366032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail13,392 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,392 miles
    Test number
    311463566032
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LL02 BYJ

Does LL02 BYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL02 BYJ is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL02 BYJ?
The MOT on LL02 BYJ is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL02 BYJ done?
LL02 BYJ was recorded at 73,260 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 2,989 miles a year.
Has LL02 BYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL02 BYJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LL02 BYJ 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 LL02 BYJ find?
LL02 BYJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear axle corroded age related.

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