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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

LS13 VAJMOT history

LS13 VAJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 103,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

LS13 VAJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
103,344 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS13 VAJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS13 VAJ was last recorded at 103,344 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 14,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,796 miles · 12 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
14,548 miles
Average per year
8,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,344 miles
  • 2024 – 88,796 miles
  • 2023 – 76,881 miles
  • 2022 – 66,820 miles
  • 2021 – 56,072 miles
  • 2019 – 40,137 miles
  • 2018 – 31,708 miles
  • 2017 – 25,460 miles
  • 2016 – 19,145 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,344 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,344 miles (+14,548)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    103,344 miles
    Test number
    929511435155
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged
  2. Pass88,796 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    422030547676
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail88,796 miles (+11,915)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    130022137917
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryTpms warning light on
  4. Pass76,881 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,881 miles
    Test number
    677673214836
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryE.m.l .was on but has gone out now
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHand brake comes up high, requires adjustment
    • AdvisorySplash shields fitted unable to see under body etc
  5. Fail76,881 miles (+10,061)1 dangerous3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,881 miles
    Test number
    502682836835
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryE.m.l .was on but has gone out now
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHand brake comes up high, requires adjustment
    • AdvisorySplash shields fitted unable to see under body etc
  6. Pass66,820 miles (+10,748)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,820 miles
    Test number
    439175710131
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass56,072 miles (+15,935)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    56,072 miles
    Test number
    943343169138
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass40,137 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,137 miles
    Test number
    582610483953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail40,131 miles (+8,423)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,131 miles
    Test number
    783386263284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass31,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    31,708 miles
    Test number
    399750875667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail31,708 miles (+6,248)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,708 miles
    Test number
    873445425260
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass25,460 miles (+6,315)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    25,460 miles
    Test number
    426419342546
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass19,145 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    19,145 miles
    Test number
    518459961347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Fail19,145 miles5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,145 miles
    Test number
    187841376355
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LS13 VAJ

Does LS13 VAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS13 VAJ is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS13 VAJ?
The MOT on LS13 VAJ is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS13 VAJ done?
LS13 VAJ was recorded at 103,344 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 8,129 miles a year.
Has LS13 VAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS13 VAJ has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS13 VAJ 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 LS13 VAJ find?
LS13 VAJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front sill damaged.

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