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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LD16 UHKMOT history

LD16 UHK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 122,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LD16 UHK black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,113 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD16 UHK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
28 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD16 UHK was last recorded at 122,113 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,856 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
13,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,113 miles
  • 2025 – 111,759 miles
  • 2024 – 98,065 miles
  • 2023 – 84,044 miles
  • 2022 – 70,149 miles
  • 2021 – 54,186 miles
  • 2019 – 23,873 miles
  • 2018 – 4,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,113 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront bumper looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)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.

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front bumper damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,113 miles (+257)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,113 miles
    Test number
    427214114482
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail121,856 miles (+10,097)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,856 miles
    Test number
    790513271379
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass111,759 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    111,759 miles
    Test number
    710749088545
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

  4. Fail111,757 miles (+13,692)3 dangerous6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,757 miles
    Test number
    690104212061
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

  5. Pass98,065 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,065 miles
    Test number
    616945243127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,056 miles (+14,012)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,056 miles
    Test number
    397548996929
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass84,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,044 miles
    Test number
    939778340129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail84,044 miles (+13,895)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,044 miles
    Test number
    775924793920
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass70,149 miles (+15,963)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,149 miles
    Test number
    791078056580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack Rod end worn, Slight free play. (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre Pressure Monitoring System. Warning Lamp Staying on. Tyre pressure has been checked.

  10. Pass54,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    54,186 miles
    Test number
    318695012173
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play on inner steering rack bush
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail54,185 miles (+30,312)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,185 miles
    Test number
    275158687793
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play on inner steering rack bush
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass23,873 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    23,873 miles
    Test number
    285838897712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail23,873 miles (+19,499)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,873 miles
    Test number
    173463729671
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass4,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    4,374 miles
    Test number
    100517994576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail4,374 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,374 miles
    Test number
    411471319834
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LD16 UHK

Does LD16 UHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD16 UHK is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD16 UHK?
The MOT on LD16 UHK is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD16 UHK done?
LD16 UHK was recorded at 122,113 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 13,810 miles a year.
Has LD16 UHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD16 UHK has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD16 UHK 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 LD16 UHK find?
LD16 UHK passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front bumper loose, and 2 more.

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