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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LP11 EDFMOT history

LP11 EDF is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Aug 2011. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 90,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LP11 EDF red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2026
Mileage
90,657 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP11 EDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LP11 EDF was last recorded at 90,657 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,237 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
420 miles
Average per year
5,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,657 miles
  • 2025 – 82,736 miles
  • 2024 – 76,263 miles
  • 2022 – 72,736 miles
  • 2021 – 70,713 miles
  • 2020 – 66,376 miles
  • 2019 – 59,559 miles
  • 2018 – 50,845 miles
  • 2017 – 43,410 miles
  • 2016 – 37,719 miles
  • 2015 – 32,509 miles
  • 2014 – 26,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,657 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail90,657 miles (+420)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,657 miles
    Test number
    132546099085
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail90,237 miles (+7,501)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,237 miles
    Test number
    978974973564
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing and near front (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass82,736 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,736 miles
    Test number
    172980005585
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail82,726 miles (+6,463)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,726 miles
    Test number
    357902200679
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass76,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    76,263 miles
    Test number
    393544401814
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
  6. Fail76,263 miles (+3,527)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,263 miles
    Test number
    760468626041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
  7. Pass72,736 miles (+2,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,736 miles
    Test number
    562728707901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  8. Pass70,713 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,713 miles
    Test number
    284297134046
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail70,713 miles (+4,337)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,713 miles
    Test number
    409649857840
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass66,376 miles (+6,817)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,376 miles
    Test number
    719725582200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,559 miles (+8,714)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,559 miles
    Test number
    890520934091
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass50,845 miles (+7,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,845 miles
    Test number
    691094315091
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass43,410 miles (+5,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,410 miles
    Test number
    916585974192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass37,719 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,719 miles
    Test number
    558814868311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,509 miles (+6,304)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,509 miles
    Test number
    656349115288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    26,205 miles
    Test number
    659013924238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP11 EDF

Does LP11 EDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP11 EDF expired on 2 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP11 EDF?
The MOT on LP11 EDF expired on 2 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP11 EDF done?
LP11 EDF was recorded at 90,657 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 5,295 miles a year.
Has LP11 EDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP11 EDF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LP11 EDF 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 LP11 EDF find?
LP11 EDF failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects: emissions unable to be completed; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 1 more.

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