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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

LM10 AXAMOT history

LM10 AXA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Apr 2010. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

LM10 AXA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2026
Mileage
136,884 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 AXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM10 AXA was last recorded at 136,884 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 8,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,432 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,452 miles
Average per year
7,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,884 miles
  • 2025 – 128,432 miles
  • 2024 – 122,951 miles
  • 2023 – 115,508 miles
  • 2022 – 110,893 miles
  • 2021 – 107,124 miles
  • 2019 – 97,259 miles
  • 2018 – 92,927 miles
  • 2017 – 85,780 miles
  • 2016 – 78,685 miles
  • 2015 – 73,773 miles
  • 2013 – 40,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,884 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorNearside Front 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front 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 Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,884 miles (+8,452)12 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,884 miles
    Test number
    977429412878
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass128,432 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    128,432 miles
    Test number
    742660326259
    • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

  3. Fail128,430 miles (+5,479)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,430 miles
    Test number
    810838062051
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass122,951 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    122,951 miles
    Test number
    988989483262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail122,946 miles (+7,438)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,946 miles
    Test number
    166081760829
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded/limited life

  6. Pass115,508 miles (+4,615)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,508 miles
    Test number
    712048980885
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  7. Pass110,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,893 miles
    Test number
    434391865249
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail110,893 miles (+3,769)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,893 miles
    Test number
    923749525028
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass107,124 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,124 miles
    Test number
    216315746236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail107,124 miles (+9,865)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,124 miles
    Test number
    251345544388
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass97,259 miles (+4,332)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,259 miles
    Test number
    758540401918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,927 miles (+7,147)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,927 miles
    Test number
    567575630925
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flex is in a poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer wall is worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryUnder trays are fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass85,780 miles (+7,095)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,780 miles
    Test number
    407929081484
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre badly worn inner edge

  14. Pass78,685 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,685 miles
    Test number
    779374217731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    73,773 miles
    Test number
    899523344049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,773 miles (+16,235)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,773 miles
    Test number
    159487154592
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass57,538 miles (+16,672)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,538 miles
    Test number
    125629555482
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass40,866 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,866 miles
    Test number
    109210643385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,662 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,662 miles
    Test number
    158119293456
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass35,662 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,662 miles
    Test number
    535199593036
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LM10 AXA

Does LM10 AXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM10 AXA expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM10 AXA?
The MOT on LM10 AXA expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM10 AXA done?
LM10 AXA was recorded at 136,884 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 7,629 miles a year.
Has LM10 AXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 AXA has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM10 AXA 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 LM10 AXA find?
LM10 AXA failed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 12 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: central rear seat belt not functioning as intended; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 16 more.

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