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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,390 cc

LM10 GXJMOT history

LM10 GXJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 133,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LM10 GXJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
133,292 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 GXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
26 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 GXJ was last recorded at 133,292 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,291 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,292 miles
  • 2024 – 117,100 miles
  • 2023 – 105,628 miles
  • 2022 – 102,916 miles
  • 2021 – 99,351 miles
  • 2020 – 94,997 miles
  • 2019 – 87,448 miles
  • 2018 – 84,364 miles
  • 2017 – 81,286 miles
  • 2016 – 77,871 miles
  • 2015 – 73,379 miles
  • 2014 – 67,367 miles
  • 2013 – 52,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,292 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust flexi joint poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,292 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    133,292 miles
    Test number
    632962651338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail133,291 miles (+16,191)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,291 miles
    Test number
    514658121238
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass117,100 miles (+11,472)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,100 miles
    Test number
    635616484340
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass105,628 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,628 miles
    Test number
    531413805596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail105,606 miles (+2,690)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,606 miles
    Test number
    167642469094
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced unit in mirror housing (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,916 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    102,916 miles
    Test number
    693459388807
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail102,916 miles (+3,565)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,916 miles
    Test number
    700297240298
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass99,351 miles (+4,354)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,351 miles
    Test number
    287710179846
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass94,997 miles (+7,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,997 miles
    Test number
    749418103388
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass87,448 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,448 miles
    Test number
    149019701143
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail87,448 miles (+3,084)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,448 miles
    Test number
    419382439858
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass84,364 miles (+3,078)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    907611630755
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm rear bushes showing early signs of deterioration.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySome brake imbalance noted across rear axle

  13. Pass81,286 miles (+3,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,286 miles
    Test number
    622180632820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass77,871 miles (+68)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,871 miles
    Test number
    151663514222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi joint poor condition

  15. Fail77,803 miles (+4,424)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    916395189708
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working dip beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc wearing thin and lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc scored
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi joint poor condition

  16. Pass73,379 miles (+6,012)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,379 miles
    Test number
    498456165109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,367 miles
    Test number
    617276984169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,367 miles (+14,645)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,367 miles
    Test number
    275484984162
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass52,722 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,722 miles
    Test number
    276234253110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about LM10 GXJ

Does LM10 GXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 GXJ is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM10 GXJ?
The MOT on LM10 GXJ is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 GXJ done?
LM10 GXJ was recorded at 133,292 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 6,473 miles a year.
Has LM10 GXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 GXJ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 GXJ 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 GXJ find?
LM10 GXJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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