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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LS11 BUFMOT history

LS11 BUF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 60,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LS11 BUF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
60,020 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS11 BUF
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
28 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS11 BUF was last recorded at 60,020 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,999 miles · 10 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
3,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,020 miles
  • 2025 – 56,498 miles
  • 2024 – 52,123 miles
  • 2023 – 46,059 miles
  • 2022 – 44,233 miles
  • 2021 – 44,101 miles
  • 2020 – 42,604 miles
  • 2019 – 38,502 miles
  • 2018 – 34,527 miles
  • 2017 – 30,506 miles
  • 2016 – 25,525 miles
  • 2015 – 19,958 miles
  • 2014 – 14,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,020 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • BODY DAMAGE TO NEARSIDE OF VEHICLE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,020 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    60,020 miles
    Test number
    630708872535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail59,999 miles (+3,501)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,999 miles
    Test number
    107273198532
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass56,498 miles (+4,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    56,498 miles
    Test number
    277684320016
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged

  4. Pass52,123 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    52,123 miles
    Test number
    854023095974
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front./rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail52,123 miles (+6,064)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,123 miles
    Test number
    502153435257
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front./rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass46,059 miles (+1,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    46,059 miles
    Test number
    722889314244
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front+rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f wing

  7. Pass44,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    44,233 miles
    Test number
    360896527039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,233 miles (+132)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,233 miles
    Test number
    277521866008
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass44,101 miles (+1,497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,101 miles
    Test number
    754433444682
    • AdvisoryBODY DAMAGE TO N/S/F WING
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRE SLIGHTLT PERISHING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R TYRE HAS UNEVEN WEAR ON INNER EDGE

  10. Pass42,604 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    42,604 miles
    Test number
    235427698686
    • AdvisoryBODY DAMAGE TO NEARSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail42,600 miles (+4,098)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,600 miles
    Test number
    858696499086
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBODY DAMAGE TO NEARSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass38,502 miles (+3,975)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,502 miles
    Test number
    934765566629
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBODY DAMAGE TO NEARSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHING ON OUTER EDGES
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass34,527 miles (+4,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    34,527 miles
    Test number
    756677458623
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/S BODY DAMAGE

  14. Pass30,506 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    30,506 miles
    Test number
    187853221706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,525 miles (+5,567)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,525 miles
    Test number
    290848041703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,958 miles (+5,241)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    19,958 miles
    Test number
    586332185029
    • NoteN/s/f wing damage

  17. Pass14,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    14,717 miles
    Test number
    905629574034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail14,717 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,717 miles
    Test number
    837849974010
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre showing cracks.

Questions about LS11 BUF

Does LS11 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS11 BUF is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS11 BUF?
The MOT on LS11 BUF is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS11 BUF done?
LS11 BUF was recorded at 60,020 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 3,743 miles a year.
Has LS11 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS11 BUF has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS11 BUF 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 LS11 BUF find?
LS11 BUF passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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