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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,390 cc

K18 LBHMOT history

K18 LBH is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 62,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

K18 LBH white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
62,442 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 LBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 LBH was last recorded at 62,442 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 4,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,248 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,194 miles
Average per year
4,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,442 miles
  • 2025 – 58,248 miles
  • 2024 – 48,700 miles
  • 2023 – 43,043 miles
  • 2022 – 38,998 miles
  • 2021 – 34,476 miles
  • 2020 – 32,940 miles
  • 2019 – 31,073 miles
  • 2018 – 27,179 miles
  • 2017 – 22,820 miles
  • 2016 – 17,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,442 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe leaking (not affecting the emissions test)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,442 miles (+4,194)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    62,442 miles
    Test number
    494343336694
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe leaking (not affecting the emissions test)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass58,248 miles (+9,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    58,248 miles
    Test number
    805517449494
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexy pipe worn and has slight blow
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass48,700 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    48,700 miles
    Test number
    578960395497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail48,698 miles (+5,655)2 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,698 miles
    Test number
    202834973514
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass43,043 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    507440314185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,998 miles (+4,522)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    38,998 miles
    Test number
    277114959942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing @ tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing @ tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass34,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    34,476 miles
    Test number
    684127366766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail34,476 miles (+1,536)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,476 miles
    Test number
    620097994482
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass32,940 miles (+1,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    32,940 miles
    Test number
    922927998591
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracked/perished

  10. Pass31,073 miles (+3,894)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    31,073 miles
    Test number
    146717568588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,179 miles (+4,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    27,179 miles
    Test number
    526648169324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass22,820 miles (+4,962)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    22,820 miles
    Test number
    752791938078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,858 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    17,858 miles
    Test number
    549421383317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K18 LBH

Does K18 LBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 LBH is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 LBH?
The MOT on K18 LBH is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 LBH done?
K18 LBH was recorded at 62,442 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 4,581 miles a year.
Has K18 LBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 LBH has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on K18 LBH 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 K18 LBH find?
K18 LBH passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: exhaust flexi pipe leaking (not affecting the emissions test); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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