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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

LM10 XELMOT history

LM10 XEL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LM10 XEL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
115,875 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 XEL
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
7 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 XEL was last recorded at 115,875 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,055 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,820 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,055 miles
Average per year
6,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,875 miles
  • 2025 – 113,820 miles
  • 2024 – 113,790 miles
  • 2023 – 109,489 miles
  • 2022 – 100,379 miles
  • 2021 – 91,001 miles
  • 2020 – 84,409 miles
  • 2019 – 81,149 miles
  • 2018 – 75,381 miles
  • 2017 – 65,740 miles
  • 2016 – 58,321 miles
  • 2015 – 50,294 miles
  • 2014 – 42,704 miles
  • 2013 – 33,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,875 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,875 miles (+2,055)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,875 miles
    Test number
    435365791366
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Pass113,820 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    113,820 miles
    Test number
    324071758148
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail113,818 miles (+28)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,818 miles
    Test number
    503129788982
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail113,790 miles (+4,301)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,790 miles
    Test number
    596684239392
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass109,489 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    109,489 miles
    Test number
    171343279197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,478 miles (+9,099)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,478 miles
    Test number
    850665320395
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged

  7. Pass100,379 miles (+9,378)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,379 miles
    Test number
    847981585920
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust silencer is in poor condition

  8. Pass91,001 miles (+139)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,001 miles
    Test number
    972110506030
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail90,862 miles (+6,453)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,862 miles
    Test number
    225269578240
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass84,409 miles (+3,260)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,409 miles
    Test number
    747954467366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,149 miles (+5,768)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,149 miles
    Test number
    947360868502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,381 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,381 miles
    Test number
    109906820166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,067 miles (+9,327)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,067 miles
    Test number
    889927386767
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  14. Pass65,740 miles (+7,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,740 miles
    Test number
    226275414429
    • 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)

  15. Pass58,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,321 miles
    Test number
    117741964891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,321 miles (+8,027)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,321 miles
    Test number
    971513152512
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEML on

  17. Pass50,294 miles (+7,590)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,294 miles
    Test number
    167523175164
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R tyre perished

  18. Fail42,704 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,704 miles
    Test number
    446307374110
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass42,704 miles (+8,994)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,704 miles
    Test number
    535207974147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,710 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,710 miles
    Test number
    188420783106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM10 XEL

Does LM10 XEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 XEL is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 XEL?
The MOT on LM10 XEL is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 XEL done?
LM10 XEL was recorded at 115,875 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 6,377 miles a year.
Has LM10 XEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 XEL has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 XEL 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 XEL find?
LM10 XEL passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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