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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,798 cc

L6 XMHMOT history

L6 XMH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 62,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

L6 XMH black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
62,248 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 XMH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
15 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 XMH was last recorded at 62,248 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 19,436 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,812 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
19,436 miles
Average per year
5,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,248 miles
  • 2025 – 42,812 miles
  • 2024 – 40,280 miles
  • 2023 – 35,249 miles
  • 2022 – 32,963 miles
  • 2021 – 30,757 miles
  • 2020 – 28,763 miles
  • 2019 – 26,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,248 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 2 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    541638294763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail62,229 miles (+19,417)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,229 miles
    Test number
    910416387847
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 215/45/17 fitted (5.2.3 (b))
  3. Pass42,812 miles (+2,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    42,812 miles
    Test number
    280017826204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass40,280 miles (+5,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    40,280 miles
    Test number
    583348506930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass35,249 miles (+2,286)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    35,249 miles
    Test number
    220740901229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass32,963 miles (+2,206)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,963 miles
    Test number
    930425569447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,757 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    30,757 miles
    Test number
    967752962166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,763 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    28,763 miles
    Test number
    508747455155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,495 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    26,495 miles
    Test number
    419989248143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail26,488 miles1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,488 miles
    Test number
    885771486914
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about L6 XMH

Does L6 XMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 XMH is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 XMH?
The MOT on L6 XMH is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 XMH done?
L6 XMH was recorded at 62,248 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,297 miles a year.
Has L6 XMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 XMH has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 XMH 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 L6 XMH find?
L6 XMH passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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