Volkswagen Polo
Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc
LP10 RTOMOT history
LP10 RTO is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Aug 2010. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,539 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 11 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 100,539 mi
- At MOT on 5 Aug 2024
- MOT tests
- 23
- 15 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 5,598 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LP10 RTO
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2010
- First used
- 16 Aug 2010
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LP10 RTO was last recorded at 100,539 miles on 5 Aug 2024, 1,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 99,298 miles · 10 Jan 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 1,241 miles
- Average per year
- 5,598 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 100,539 miles
- 2023 – 95,640 miles
- 2022 – 88,923 miles
- 2021 – 88,806 miles
- 2019 – 79,535 miles
- 2018 – 76,790 miles
- 2017 – 68,589 miles
- 2016 – 58,777 miles
- 2015 – 52,285 miles
- 2014 – 42,596 miles
- 2013 – 39,205 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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.
Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Covers fitted under vehicle
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Rear exhaust outer skin corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Full MOT history
23 tests since 16 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 488392093376
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
FailMileage not read2 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 249111510833
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
PassMileage not read5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 211536266013
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame 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))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder covering fitted.
Pass100,539 miles (+1,241)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 100,539 miles
- Test number
- 193713684912
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass99,298 miles (+3,658)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 99,298 miles
- Test number
- 392331671834
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant seapage ,poss w/pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside h/lamp has moisture in lamp
Pass95,640 miles (+14)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 95,640 miles
- Test number
- 105105410766
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail95,626 miles (+6,703)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,626 miles
- Test number
- 113871405794
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass88,923 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 88,923 miles
- Test number
- 486952527411
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR and OSR (5.2.3 (e))
Fail88,923 miles (+117)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,923 miles
- Test number
- 685442469743
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR and OSR (5.2.3 (e))
Pass88,806 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 88,806 miles
- Test number
- 221312585568
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail88,806 miles (+9,271)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,806 miles
- Test number
- 729353178139
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Pass79,535 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 79,535 miles
- Test number
- 540731447078
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail79,533 miles (+2,743)4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,533 miles
- Test number
- 714070498321
- MajorCentral Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 60 kgf imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass76,790 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 76,790 miles
- Test number
- 493990440112
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,790 miles (+8,201)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,790 miles
- Test number
- 295045402573
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass68,589 miles (+1,796)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 68,589 miles
- Test number
- 599933831815
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,793 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 66,793 miles
- Test number
- 833064366342
- AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle
- AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded
Fail66,793 miles (+8,016)6 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,793 miles
- Test number
- 410776847284
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle
- AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded
Pass58,777 miles (+6,492)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 58,777 miles
- Test number
- 353782208770
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,285 miles (+9,689)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 52,285 miles
- Test number
- 227826865486
- NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes perished
Pass42,596 miles (+3,391)
- MOT expiry
- 2 May 2015
- Odometer
- 42,596 miles
- Test number
- 659963224185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,205 miles (+76)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 39,205 miles
- Test number
- 919665033248
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail39,129 miles3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,129 miles
- Test number
- 308188423283
- FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Questions about LP10 RTO
- Does LP10 RTO currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP10 RTO is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LP10 RTO?
- The MOT on LP10 RTO is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LP10 RTO done?
- LP10 RTO was recorded at 100,539 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2024, an average of 5,598 miles a year.
- Has LP10 RTO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LP10 RTO has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on LP10 RTO 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 RTO find?
- LP10 RTO passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.
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