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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB62 LHYMOT history

LB62 LHY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 79,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
79,653 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB62 LHY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB62 LHY was last recorded at 79,653 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,653 miles · 9 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,653 miles
  • 2025 – 71,407 miles
  • 2024 – 62,659 miles
  • 2023 – 55,687 miles
  • 2022 – 48,671 miles
  • 2021 – 42,764 miles
  • 2020 – 37,879 miles
  • 2019 – 31,447 miles
  • 2018 – 28,139 miles
  • 2017 – 21,494 miles
  • 2015 – 14,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,653 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    79,653 miles
    Test number
    268415992769
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,653 miles (+8,246)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,653 miles
    Test number
    776246289452
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin just over limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass71,407 miles (+8,748)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,407 miles
    Test number
    366877173965
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both advice replacement asap (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both advice replacement asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass62,659 miles (+6,972)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    62,659 miles
    Test number
    972233652429
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass55,687 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,687 miles
    Test number
    581054400289
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail55,687 miles (+7,016)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,687 miles
    Test number
    732497151407
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass48,671 miles (+5,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    48,671 miles
    Test number
    552976512158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass42,764 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    42,764 miles
    Test number
    127607964639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,879 miles (+6,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    37,879 miles
    Test number
    172356464514
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perished and cracking in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside fronts worn on inner tread areas (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass31,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    31,447 miles
    Test number
    526904306982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail31,447 miles (+3,308)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,447 miles
    Test number
    409679210686
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass28,139 miles (+6,645)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    28,139 miles
    Test number
    135930929584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    21,494 miles
    Test number
    246993015515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail21,494 miles (+6,855)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,494 miles
    Test number
    398118612377
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass14,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    14,639 miles
    Test number
    696024506770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB62 LHY

Does LB62 LHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB62 LHY is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB62 LHY?
The MOT on LB62 LHY is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB62 LHY done?
LB62 LHY was recorded at 79,653 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 6,448 miles a year.
Has LB62 LHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB62 LHY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB62 LHY 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 LB62 LHY find?
LB62 LHY passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes.

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