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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

LM10 XFAMOT history

LM10 XFA is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LM10 XFA silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
124,234 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 XFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
19 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 XFA was last recorded at 124,234 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,232 miles · 17 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,234 miles
  • 2025 – 118,949 miles
  • 2024 – 111,610 miles
  • 2023 – 106,769 miles
  • 2022 – 102,382 miles
  • 2021 – 101,515 miles
  • 2020 – 100,708 miles
  • 2019 – 97,538 miles
  • 2018 – 91,113 miles
  • 2017 – 84,713 miles
  • 2016 – 74,327 miles
  • 2014 – 51,896 miles
  • 2013 – 38,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,234 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,234 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    124,234 miles
    Test number
    261455000856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail124,232 miles (+5,283)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,232 miles
    Test number
    766578039371
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass118,949 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,949 miles
    Test number
    142474444112
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Fail118,949 miles (+7,339)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,949 miles
    Test number
    867147181359
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass111,610 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,610 miles
    Test number
    630533872535
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  6. Fail111,609 miles (+4,840)3 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,609 miles
    Test number
    356075940696
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  7. Pass106,769 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    106,769 miles
    Test number
    619524077027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,768 miles (+4,386)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,768 miles
    Test number
    775426780316
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass102,382 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,382 miles
    Test number
    669100255978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,515 miles (+807)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,515 miles
    Test number
    470196182381
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded
  11. Pass100,708 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,708 miles
    Test number
    750123614401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust backbox outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryZero read on emissions due to rev restriction.
  12. Fail100,708 miles (+3,170)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,708 miles
    Test number
    469171945011
    • MajorFront Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust backbox outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryZero read on emissions due to rev restriction.
  13. Pass97,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,538 miles
    Test number
    268593593033
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre have advanced wear to inner edges
  14. Fail97,535 miles (+6,422)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,535 miles
    Test number
    815784638415
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre have advanced wear to inner edges
  15. Pass91,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,113 miles
    Test number
    187286576969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail91,113 miles (+6,400)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,113 miles
    Test number
    537914698316
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
  17. Pass84,713 miles (+2,678)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,713 miles
    Test number
    747863474523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,035 miles (+7,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,035 miles
    Test number
    306678049854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  19. Pass74,327 miles (+22,431)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,327 miles
    Test number
    734101417196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,896 miles (+12,932)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    799986934127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,964 miles
    Test number
    225194933150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM10 XFA

Does LM10 XFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 XFA is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 XFA?
The MOT on LM10 XFA is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 XFA done?
LM10 XFA was recorded at 124,234 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 6,347 miles a year.
Has LM10 XFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 XFA has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM10 XFA 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 XFA find?
LM10 XFA passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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