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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,400 cc

T23 LWAMOT history

T23 LWA is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 110,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
110,229 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 LWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 LWA was last recorded at 110,229 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,229 miles · 9 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,229 miles
  • 2025 – 106,039 miles
  • 2024 – 102,625 miles
  • 2023 – 92,818 miles
  • 2022 – 82,458 miles
  • 2021 – 70,868 miles
  • 2020 – 64,395 miles
  • 2019 – 60,285 miles
  • 2018 – 58,623 miles
  • 2017 – 51,910 miles
  • 2016 – 45,437 miles
  • 2015 – 39,005 miles
  • 2014 – 32,790 miles
  • 2013 – 27,193 miles
  • 2012 – 23,057 miles
  • 2011 – 18,524 miles
  • 2010 – 13,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,229 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,229 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    110,229 miles
    Test number
    708215584909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail110,229 miles (+4,190)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,229 miles
    Test number
    692438790983
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel Handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,039 miles (+85)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,039 miles
    Test number
    847705133374
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail105,954 miles (+3,329)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,954 miles
    Test number
    609276244789
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass102,625 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,625 miles
    Test number
    289275564985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail102,625 miles (+9,807)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,625 miles
    Test number
    893085751635
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,818 miles (+10,360)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,818 miles
    Test number
    254166321543
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass82,458 miles (+11,590)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,458 miles
    Test number
    610244550711
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass70,868 miles (+6,473)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,868 miles
    Test number
    783906716133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,395 miles (+4,110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,395 miles
    Test number
    579711019693
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass60,285 miles (+1,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,285 miles
    Test number
    172978118114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass58,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,623 miles
    Test number
    873067232871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,623 miles (+6,713)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,623 miles
    Test number
    906166664273
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass51,910 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    979151236122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail51,910 miles (+6,473)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    980936327922
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass45,437 miles (+6,432)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,437 miles
    Test number
    111651322293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,005 miles (+6,215)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,005 miles
    Test number
    497257245012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,790 miles (+5,597)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,790 miles
    Test number
    617018644030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,193 miles (+4,136)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    27,193 miles
    Test number
    659022543046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,057 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,057 miles
    Test number
    949727832045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,524 miles (+4,722)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,524 miles
    Test number
    707132451066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    13,802 miles
    Test number
    270340750015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 LWA

Does T23 LWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 LWA is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 LWA?
The MOT on T23 LWA is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 LWA done?
T23 LWA was recorded at 110,229 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 5,793 miles a year.
Has T23 LWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 LWA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T23 LWA 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 T23 LWA find?
T23 LWA passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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