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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2010 · 1,390 cc

LM10 OTKMOT history

LM10 OTK is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 May 2010. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2025 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2025.

LM10 OTK white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2025
Mileage
149,169 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 OTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
24 May 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM10 OTK was last recorded at 149,169 miles on 5 Feb 2025, 7,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,625 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
7,544 miles
Average per year
10,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,169 miles
  • 2024 – 141,625 miles
  • 2023 – 129,576 miles
  • 2022 – 118,691 miles
  • 2021 – 110,899 miles
  • 2020 – 106,711 miles
  • 2019 – 89,363 miles
  • 2018 – 77,872 miles
  • 2017 – 71,390 miles
  • 2016 – 63,647 miles
  • 2015 – 57,559 miles
  • 2014 – 48,341 miles
  • 2013 – 29,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,169 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside door mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,169 miles (+7,544)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,169 miles
    Test number
    469819396784
    • DangerousNearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass141,625 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    141,625 miles
    Test number
    245104199876
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail141,623 miles (+12,047)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,623 miles
    Test number
    626684587143
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has high travel

  4. Pass129,576 miles (+10,885)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,576 miles
    Test number
    260436760488
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass118,691 miles (+334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    118,691 miles
    Test number
    326978341142
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged

  6. Fail118,357 miles (+7,458)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,357 miles
    Test number
    963072217571
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged

  7. Pass110,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,899 miles
    Test number
    637372729628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,898 miles (+4,187)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,898 miles
    Test number
    502837060894
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass106,711 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,711 miles
    Test number
    324876644064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail106,711 miles (+17,348)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,711 miles
    Test number
    499423418279
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/45/r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/45/r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass89,363 miles (+11,491)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    89,363 miles
    Test number
    482193888838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,872 miles (+6,482)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,872 miles
    Test number
    968276491848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,390 miles (+7,743)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,390 miles
    Test number
    900025791128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,647 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,647 miles
    Test number
    663943830686
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner edge devoid of tread
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Fail63,647 miles (+6,088)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,647 miles
    Test number
    394913493469
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner edge devoid of tread
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass57,559 miles (+9,218)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,559 miles
    Test number
    719460845178
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear discs slight wear

  17. Pass48,341 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,341 miles
    Test number
    149519744178
    • 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)

  18. Fail48,341 miles (+18,788)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,341 miles
    Test number
    385098844120
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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. Pass29,553 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,553 miles
    Test number
    397032523149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM10 OTK

Does LM10 OTK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM10 OTK expired on 31 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM10 OTK?
The MOT on LM10 OTK expired on 31 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM10 OTK done?
LM10 OTK was recorded at 149,169 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2025, an average of 10,167 miles a year.
Has LM10 OTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 OTK has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 OTK 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 OTK find?
LM10 OTK failed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front undertray likely to become detached; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall; nearside body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover missing, and 6 more.

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