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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

LO02 ZFGMOT history

LO02 ZFG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 128,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

LO02 ZFG silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
128,307 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO02 ZFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO02 ZFG was last recorded at 128,307 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 7,665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,642 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,665 miles
Average per year
5,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,307 miles
  • 2025 – 120,642 miles
  • 2023 – 112,960 miles
  • 2021 – 96,201 miles
  • 2020 – 76,679 miles
  • 2019 – 72,330 miles
  • 2018 – 70,296 miles
  • 2017 – 68,340 miles
  • 2016 – 66,213 miles
  • 2015 – 63,113 miles
  • 2014 – 60,438 miles
  • 2013 – 56,050 miles
  • 2012 – 51,973 miles
  • 2011 – 46,409 miles
  • 2010 – 41,212 miles
  • 2009 – 38,159 miles
  • 2008 – 33,190 miles
  • 2007 – 26,475 miles
  • 2006 – 14,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,307 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,307 miles (+7,665)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    128,307 miles
    Test number
    897522725214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,642 miles (+7,682)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    120,642 miles
    Test number
    697454922244
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass112,960 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    112,960 miles
    Test number
    186990059458
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. PassMileage not read2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    996846765954
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass96,201 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,201 miles
    Test number
    439471223443
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail96,201 miles (+19,522)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,201 miles
    Test number
    747856023943
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass76,679 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,679 miles
    Test number
    499490493522
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEpc light indicates a fault
  8. Fail76,679 miles (+4,349)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,679 miles
    Test number
    863002970489
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEpc light indicates a fault
  9. Pass72,330 miles (+2,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,330 miles
    Test number
    684170924005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass70,296 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,296 miles
    Test number
    151927297768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail70,296 miles (+1,956)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,296 miles
    Test number
    714787585884
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass68,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    784365524123
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Fail68,340 miles (+2,127)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    704407394622
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass66,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,213 miles
    Test number
    261144352341
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  15. Fail66,213 miles (+3,100)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,213 miles
    Test number
    995351485922
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  16. Pass63,113 miles (+161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,113 miles
    Test number
    698595013059
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Fail62,952 miles (+2,514)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,952 miles
    Test number
    548417715217
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass60,438 miles (+160)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    60,438 miles
    Test number
    295402154264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteE.M.L on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre 1.6.mm tread and bald inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f bumper badly damaged
  19. Fail60,278 miles (+207)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,278 miles
    Test number
    366059634457
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteE.M.L on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre 1.6.mm tread and bald inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f bumper badly damaged
  20. Fail60,071 miles (+4,021)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,071 miles
    Test number
    979101124231
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront bumper badly damaged
    • NoteN/s/f tyre 1.6mm tread and bald inner edge
  21. Pass56,050 miles (+9)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,050 miles
    Test number
    828595013278
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres perished
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc worn and corroded
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted and worn
  22. Fail56,041 miles (+4,068)6 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,041 miles
    Test number
    929132713221
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres perished
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc worn and corroded
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted and worn
  23. Pass51,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,973 miles
    Test number
    645344982160
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Fail51,973 miles (+5,564)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,973 miles
    Test number
    547020972103
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass46,409 miles (+5,197)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,409 miles
    Test number
    598734461180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/f/ fog light inop
  26. Pass41,212 miles (+3,053)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,212 miles
    Test number
    702636150149
    • NoteWeep from offside of steering rack
  27. Pass38,159 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,159 miles
    Test number
    270022769410
    • NoteLow engine oil
  28. Fail38,159 miles (+4,969)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,159 miles
    Test number
    681362069128
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteLow engine oil
  29. Pass33,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    272331568148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail33,190 miles (+6,715)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    862461268142
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  31. Pass26,475 miles (+11,540)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,475 miles
    Test number
    713073767113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass14,935 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,935 miles
    Test number
    824869456105
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LO02 ZFG

Does LO02 ZFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO02 ZFG is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO02 ZFG?
The MOT on LO02 ZFG is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO02 ZFG done?
LO02 ZFG was recorded at 128,307 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 5,764 miles a year.
Has LO02 ZFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO02 ZFG has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LO02 ZFG 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 LO02 ZFG find?
LO02 ZFG passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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