L17GRV - VOLKSWAGEN POLO
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 22 days ago
The Volkswagen Polo, often referred to simply as the Polo, is a compact hatchback renowned for its reliability and efficient performance. Manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen, a company with a long-standing reputation for quality engineering, the Polo has been a staple in the small car segment since its debut in 1975. The latest models, including those produced from 2017 onwards, feature modern design elements, advanced safety features, and a range of efficient engines. Known for its spacious interior relative to its size and solid build quality, the Polo continues to appeal to drivers seeking a practical yet stylish vehicle. Its reputation for durability and innovative features makes it a popular choice across Europe and beyond.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
Data provided by DVLA
MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 2006 Volkswagen Polo, registration L17GRV, first registered in April 2006. It has a blue exterior and is powered by a 1400cc petrol engine, with CO2 emissions of 182 g/km. The car has a current MOT valid until 3 January 2026, with the latest test conducted on 18 December 2024. The MOT included an advisory note regarding a minor leak in the exhaust gases at the front section. The recorded mileage is 39,892 miles. The vehicle is currently taxed.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
15
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 18 December 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,892 mi
Expires: 03 January 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))
Passed - 04 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,335 mi
Expires: 03 January 2025
Failed - 04 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,335 mi
Passed - 24 May 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,316 mi
Expires: 23 May 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm/beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory front bumper slightly loose
- Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Failed - 16 May 2023 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,306 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Front Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings rear bolt missing (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- Major Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Steering rack fixing bolts missing rear bolt (2.1.2 (c) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm/beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory front bumper slightly loose
- Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Failed - 13 December 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,300 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides, fault with motor/mechanism (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer joint boot large clip missing, leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Steering rack fixing bolts missing Rear bolt missing (2.1.2 (c) (i))
- Major Steering rack not properly attached (2.1.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Bumper mountings missing but secure
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs pitted and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Drivers seat backrest mechanism not locating securely on N/S mounting but seat is adequately secured
Passed - 12 December 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,140 mi
Expires: 11 December 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Rear exhaust silencer has corrosion to the outer skin
Failed - 23 March 2020 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,132 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Inner brake pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- Major Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Badly cracked (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs badly corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear silencer outer skin badly corroded
Passed - 28 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,658 mi
Expires: 27 March 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Some perishing to all four tyres
Passed - 20 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 28,693 mi
Expires: 19 March 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Some perishing to nearside front tyre and both rear tyres
- Advisory Engine cover and undertrays fitted
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 20 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 28,693 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Some perishing to nearside front tyre and both rear tyres
- Advisory Engine cover and undertrays fitted
Passed - 24 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 26,900 mi
Expires: 28 April 2018
Failed - 11 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 26,783 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
Passed - 20 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 24,650 mi
Expires: 28 April 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Some perishing to both rear tyres and nearside front tyre.
Passed - 23 April 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,556 mi
Expires: 28 April 2016
Passed - 31 March 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 21,736 mi
Expires: 28 April 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 18 April 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,088 mi
Expires: 28 April 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed - 17 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 15,629 mi
Expires: 28 April 2013
Passed - 07 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,016 mi
Expires: 28 April 2012
Passed - 16 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 11,009 mi
Expires: 28 April 2011
Passed - 20 April 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,923 mi
Expires: 28 April 2010
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for L17GRV?
The MOT expires on 03 January 2026.
What is the tax status of L17GRV?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 January 2026.
What are the specifications of L17GRV?
This is a 2006 VOLKSWAGEN POLO in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1400cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of L17GRV?
This vehicle produces 182 g/km of CO2 emissions.