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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2017 · 1,197 cc

W18 LDJMOT history

W18 LDJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 36,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

W18 LDJ white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
36,050 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 LDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 LDJ was last recorded at 36,050 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 5,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
30,489 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,561 miles
Average per year
4,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,050 miles
  • 2025 – 30,489 miles
  • 2024 – 27,240 miles
  • 2023 – 23,111 miles
  • 2022 – 18,594 miles
  • 2021 – 15,485 miles
  • 2020 – 11,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,050 miles
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 30 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,050 miles (+5,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    36,050 miles
    Test number
    995719502719
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  2. Pass30,489 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    30,489 miles
    Test number
    833873142579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass27,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    27,240 miles
    Test number
    282894885734
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail27,240 miles (+4,129)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,240 miles
    Test number
    214503243316
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass23,111 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    23,111 miles
    Test number
    741640809348
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail23,111 miles (+4,517)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,111 miles
    Test number
    984743002263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass18,594 miles (+3,109)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    18,594 miles
    Test number
    330590420699
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass15,485 miles (+3,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    15,485 miles
    Test number
    199644673357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass11,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    11,992 miles
    Test number
    348491466045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail11,990 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,990 miles
    Test number
    348111048297
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    463889652072
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about W18 LDJ

Does W18 LDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 LDJ is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 LDJ?
The MOT on W18 LDJ is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 LDJ done?
W18 LDJ was recorded at 36,050 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 4,159 miles a year.
Has W18 LDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 LDJ has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on W18 LDJ 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 W18 LDJ find?
W18 LDJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake discs corroded.

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