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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LS11 BTOMOT history

LS11 BTO is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LS11 BTO white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
184,273 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS11 BTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS11 BTO was last recorded at 184,273 miles on 12 May 2026, 5,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Feb 2015: 61,841 miles, lower than 439,511 miles on 21 Feb 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
178,406 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,273 miles
  • 2025 – 178,406 miles
  • 2024 – 167,174 miles
  • 2023 – 147,512 miles
  • 2022 – 135,040 miles
  • 2021 – 121,901 miles
  • 2020 – 115,117 miles
  • 2019 – 102,891 miles
  • 2018 – 87,065 miles
  • 2017 – 79,122 miles
  • 2016 – 72,298 miles
  • 2015 – 61,841 miles
  • 2014 – 439,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,273 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,273 miles (+5,867)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    184,273 miles
    Test number
    350887493665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass178,406 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    178,406 miles
    Test number
    210962548889
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in both front upper top strut mounts

  3. Fail178,406 miles (+11,232)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,406 miles
    Test number
    349290408278
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts wiring resting on exhaust flexi (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in both front upper top strut mounts

  4. Pass167,174 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    167,174 miles
    Test number
    126163651931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail167,174 miles (+19,662)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,174 miles
    Test number
    978384807891
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass147,512 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    147,512 miles
    Test number
    910716030476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail147,512 miles (+12,472)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,512 miles
    Test number
    454116134638
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass135,040 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    135,040 miles
    Test number
    722562225179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust Leak

  9. Fail135,040 miles (+13,139)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,040 miles
    Test number
    347229745229
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust Leak

  10. Pass121,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,901 miles
    Test number
    161110998574
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail121,901 miles (+6,784)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,901 miles
    Test number
    233916107763
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass115,117 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    289806963191
    • AdvisoryFront number plate poor
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack inner arm has wear
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Fail115,116 miles (+12,225)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,116 miles
    Test number
    633016987124
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn has uneven wear .recommend replacement
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack inner arm has wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass102,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    102,891 miles
    Test number
    662512661890
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail102,891 miles (+15,826)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,891 miles
    Test number
    284674719619
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass87,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    87,065 miles
    Test number
    940087601443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail87,065 miles (+7,943)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,065 miles
    Test number
    455565899329
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass79,122 miles (+6,824)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,122 miles
    Test number
    485878228020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,298 miles (+10,457)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,298 miles
    Test number
    115700501295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,841 miles
    Test number
    275987845010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,841 miles (-377,670)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,841 miles
    Test number
    958544445028
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of nearside rear adult belt.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass439,511 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    439,511 miles
    Test number
    255612754012
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight bulge on inside sidewall

Questions about LS11 BTO

Does LS11 BTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS11 BTO is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS11 BTO?
The MOT on LS11 BTO is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS11 BTO done?
LS11 BTO was recorded at 184,273 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026.
Has LS11 BTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS11 BTO has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS11 BTO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS11 BTO find?
LS11 BTO passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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