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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2015 · 1,197 cc

LD65 SHJMOT history

LD65 SHJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 55,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

LD65 SHJ white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
55,199 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD65 SHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
24 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD65 SHJ was last recorded at 55,199 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,199 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,199 miles
  • 2025 – 51,479 miles
  • 2024 – 47,758 miles
  • 2023 – 40,560 miles
  • 2022 – 34,861 miles
  • 2021 – 28,240 miles
  • 2020 – 21,631 miles
  • 2018 – 16,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,199 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,199 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    55,199 miles
    Test number
    922138314858
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail55,199 miles (+3,720)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,199 miles
    Test number
    597875825251
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass51,479 miles (+3,721)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    51,479 miles
    Test number
    771985997774
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass47,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    47,758 miles
    Test number
    267342342786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail47,758 miles (+7,198)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,758 miles
    Test number
    440440100056
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass40,560 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    40,560 miles
    Test number
    191266625712
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE LEVER HIGH
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail40,560 miles (+5,699)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,560 miles
    Test number
    562189942242
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE LEVER HIGH
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass34,861 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    34,861 miles
    Test number
    911339425834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail34,848 miles (+6,608)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,848 miles
    Test number
    191413516845
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Steering arm deformed RACK TIE ROD BAR (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass28,240 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    28,240 miles
    Test number
    288037797452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,224 miles (+6,593)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,224 miles
    Test number
    564287255217
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  12. Pass21,631 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    21,631 miles
    Test number
    718561617916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,558 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    16,558 miles
    Test number
    940824868476
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Questions about LD65 SHJ

Does LD65 SHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD65 SHJ is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD65 SHJ?
The MOT on LD65 SHJ is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD65 SHJ done?
LD65 SHJ was recorded at 55,199 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 5,274 miles a year.
Has LD65 SHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD65 SHJ has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD65 SHJ 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 LD65 SHJ find?
LD65 SHJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front.

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