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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

LP10 AVUMOT history

LP10 AVU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 137,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

LP10 AVU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
137,147 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP10 AVU
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
9 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP10 AVU was last recorded at 137,147 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 6,576 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,571 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,576 miles
Average per year
8,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,147 miles
  • 2025 – 130,571 miles
  • 2024 – 125,340 miles
  • 2023 – 119,535 miles
  • 2022 – 112,140 miles
  • 2021 – 106,560 miles
  • 2020 – 101,305 miles
  • 2019 – 91,512 miles
  • 2018 – 74,763 miles
  • 2017 – 56,107 miles
  • 2016 – 42,340 miles
  • 2015 – 32,220 miles
  • 2014 – 26,837 miles
  • 2013 – 21,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,147 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35%

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    137,147 miles
    Test number
    318358019138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail137,147 miles (+6,576)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,147 miles
    Test number
    221570606054
    • 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 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))

  3. Pass130,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,571 miles
    Test number
    376539348488
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail130,570 miles (+5,230)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,570 miles
    Test number
    565380845738
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 46% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass125,340 miles (+5,805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,340 miles
    Test number
    161139055762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass119,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    119,535 miles
    Test number
    148800327564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot doesn not open from outside vehicle

  7. Fail119,535 miles (+7,395)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,535 miles
    Test number
    460529684220
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot doesn not open from outside vehicle

  8. Pass112,140 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,140 miles
    Test number
    495314340102
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged base plate insecure

  9. Fail112,139 miles (+5,579)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,139 miles
    Test number
    971156795082
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged base plate insecure

  10. Pass106,560 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,560 miles
    Test number
    171840325045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail106,559 miles (+5,254)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,559 miles
    Test number
    960130118410
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% - nearside lazy (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass101,305 miles (+9,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    101,305 miles
    Test number
    218682786734
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper stabiliser link ball joint cover deteriorating

  13. Pass91,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    91,512 miles
    Test number
    933672909116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail91,512 miles (+16,749)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,512 miles
    Test number
    485997498616
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low adjustment not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative constantly going up and down (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass74,763 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,763 miles
    Test number
    688235723936
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  16. Fail74,763 miles (+18,656)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,763 miles
    Test number
    231949350587
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  17. Pass56,107 miles (+13,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,107 miles
    Test number
    169182567849
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside and offside (2.7.3)

  18. Pass42,340 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,340 miles
    Test number
    265082879427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,261 miles (+10,041)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,261 miles
    Test number
    741084822668
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDiscs badly lipped

  20. Pass32,220 miles (+5,383)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,220 miles
    Test number
    937132865187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,837 miles (+5,414)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    26,837 miles
    Test number
    208075774112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,423 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    21,423 miles
    Test number
    956082693196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,403 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,403 miles
    Test number
    809801793182
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Questions about LP10 AVU

Does LP10 AVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP10 AVU is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP10 AVU?
The MOT on LP10 AVU is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP10 AVU done?
LP10 AVU was recorded at 137,147 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 8,904 miles a year.
Has LP10 AVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP10 AVU has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP10 AVU 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 LP10 AVU find?
LP10 AVU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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