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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

LM10 OTWMOT history

LM10 OTW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 117,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

LM10 OTW blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
117,535 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 OTW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 OTW was last recorded at 117,535 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 4,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,563 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,972 miles
Average per year
7,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,535 miles
  • 2025 – 112,563 miles
  • 2024 – 108,266 miles
  • 2023 – 103,471 miles
  • 2022 – 86,161 miles
  • 2021 – 76,602 miles
  • 2020 – 67,730 miles
  • 2019 – 62,222 miles
  • 2018 – 55,588 miles
  • 2017 – 47,680 miles
  • 2016 – 39,608 miles
  • 2015 – 34,084 miles
  • 2014 – 25,086 miles
  • 2013 – 17,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,535 miles
  • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

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.

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,535 miles (+4,972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    117,535 miles
    Test number
    937239133923
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
  2. Pass112,563 miles (+4,297)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,563 miles
    Test number
    409684748987
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass108,266 miles (+4,795)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    124907823459
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass103,471 miles (+17,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    103,471 miles
    Test number
    473942289039
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass86,161 miles (+9,559)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    86,161 miles
    Test number
    937998786039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,602 miles (+8,872)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    76,602 miles
    Test number
    307061595325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    67,730 miles
    Test number
    848518675279
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Fail67,730 miles (+5,508)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,730 miles
    Test number
    551691780451
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass62,222 miles (+6,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,222 miles
    Test number
    423123514520
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box slightly deteriorated
  10. Pass55,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    192775339509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,588 miles (+7,908)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    166795697840
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  12. Pass47,680 miles (+8,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,680 miles
    Test number
    297890208793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,608 miles (+5,524)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,608 miles
    Test number
    214540007368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,084 miles (+8,998)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,084 miles
    Test number
    676642355103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,086 miles (+8,015)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,086 miles
    Test number
    567659534198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    17,071 miles
    Test number
    458150743133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail17,071 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,071 miles
    Test number
    296850043414
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LM10 OTW

Does LM10 OTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 OTW is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 OTW?
The MOT on LM10 OTW is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 OTW done?
LM10 OTW was recorded at 117,535 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 7,574 miles a year.
Has LM10 OTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 OTW has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LM10 OTW 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 OTW find?
LM10 OTW passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust corroded; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; suspension components corroded.

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