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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LR11 XBTMOT history

LR11 XBT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 59,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

LR11 XBT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
59,627 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR11 XBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR11 XBT was last recorded at 59,627 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 2,727 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,900 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,727 miles
Average per year
3,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,627 miles
  • 2025 – 56,900 miles
  • 2024 – 55,560 miles
  • 2023 – 53,498 miles
  • 2022 – 52,046 miles
  • 2021 – 48,864 miles
  • 2020 – 45,690 miles
  • 2019 – 40,064 miles
  • 2018 – 34,515 miles
  • 2017 – 28,567 miles
  • 2016 – 21,701 miles
  • 2015 – 15,313 miles
  • 2014 – 13,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,627 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,627 miles (+2,727)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    59,627 miles
    Test number
    378254689882
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass56,900 miles (+1,340)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    56,900 miles
    Test number
    814072866084
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass55,560 miles (+2,062)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    798704741786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass53,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,498 miles
    Test number
    490624546910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail53,498 miles (+1,452)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,498 miles
    Test number
    390384966516
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass52,046 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    52,046 miles
    Test number
    736284033646
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail52,046 miles (+3,182)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,046 miles
    Test number
    994361988582
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass48,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    48,864 miles
    Test number
    337935131348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,864 miles (+3,174)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,864 miles
    Test number
    519144906472
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass45,690 miles (+5,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    416157990495
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear unable to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration.
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damage

  11. Pass40,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,064 miles
    Test number
    654970720240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail40,064 miles (+5,549)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,064 miles
    Test number
    617277304582
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. the size should be(195.55.R 15) (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment recommended.

  13. Pass34,515 miles (+5,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    34,515 miles
    Test number
    521713907797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut on s/wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit /nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass28,567 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,567 miles
    Test number
    206466212665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,548 miles (+6,847)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,548 miles
    Test number
    502114445453
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass21,701 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    21,701 miles
    Test number
    160603646787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut on s/wall/front tyre diffrent size to rears
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill damaged

  17. Fail21,701 miles (+6,388)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,701 miles
    Test number
    795653225518
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut on s/wall/front tyre diffrent size to rears
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill damaged

  18. Pass15,313 miles (+2,254)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    15,313 miles
    Test number
    868119875090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    13,059 miles
    Test number
    947137664012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about LR11 XBT

Does LR11 XBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR11 XBT is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR11 XBT?
The MOT on LR11 XBT is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR11 XBT done?
LR11 XBT was recorded at 59,627 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 3,876 miles a year.
Has LR11 XBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR11 XBT has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LR11 XBT 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 LR11 XBT find?
LR11 XBT passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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