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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

LD62 DPVMOT history

LD62 DPV is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 83,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

LD62 DPV grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
83,568 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 DPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 DPV was last recorded at 83,568 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 3,945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,623 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,945 miles
Average per year
5,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,568 miles
  • 2025 – 79,623 miles
  • 2024 – 76,005 miles
  • 2022 – 66,625 miles
  • 2021 – 60,539 miles
  • 2020 – 55,509 miles
  • 2019 – 49,327 miles
  • 2018 – 40,654 miles
  • 2017 – 35,156 miles
  • 2016 – 25,650 miles
  • 2015 – 17,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,568 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • N/s/f McPherson top mount strut bearing or bush has minor free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,568 miles (+3,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    83,568 miles
    Test number
    169602667025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded

  2. Pass79,623 miles (+3,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,623 miles
    Test number
    773827918026
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  3. Pass76,005 miles (+17)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,005 miles
    Test number
    754966124637
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f McPherson top mount strut bearing or bush has minor free play

  4. Fail75,988 miles (+9,363)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,988 miles
    Test number
    616527682140
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low front end damage has pushed the headlamp down. headlamp has been temporarily secured (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure front end damage has broken the headlamp bracket (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f McPherson top mount strut bearing or bush has minor free play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r parking brake effort low

  5. Pass66,625 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    960802145492
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail66,625 miles (+6,086)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    733381641925
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass60,539 miles (+5,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,539 miles
    Test number
    228931314029
    • 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))

  8. Pass55,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,509 miles
    Test number
    565248297363
    • 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))

  9. Fail55,509 miles (+6,182)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,509 miles
    Test number
    642980443990
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • 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))

  10. Pass49,327 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,327 miles
    Test number
    576869767029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,928 miles (+8,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,928 miles
    Test number
    444707246828
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass40,654 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,654 miles
    Test number
    709482370273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,156 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    35,156 miles
    Test number
    489409617428
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail35,156 miles (+9,506)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,156 miles
    Test number
    379265691824
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass25,650 miles (+7,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    25,650 miles
    Test number
    849617198898
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass17,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    17,944 miles
    Test number
    763900384297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD62 DPV

Does LD62 DPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 DPV is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 DPV?
The MOT on LD62 DPV is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD62 DPV done?
LD62 DPV was recorded at 83,568 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 5,894 miles a year.
Has LD62 DPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 DPV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LD62 DPV 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 LD62 DPV find?
LD62 DPV passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front outer sill corroded.

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