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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LE16 BKUMOT history

LE16 BKU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 56,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LE16 BKU grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
56,949 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 BKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 BKU was last recorded at 56,949 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 5,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,437 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,512 miles
Average per year
5,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,949 miles
  • 2025 – 51,437 miles
  • 2024 – 45,956 miles
  • 2023 – 40,173 miles
  • 2022 – 34,170 miles
  • 2021 – 28,379 miles
  • 2020 – 24,089 miles
  • 2019 – 21,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,949 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    56,949 miles
    Test number
    465261962179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail56,949 miles (+5,512)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,949 miles
    Test number
    378041956807
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass51,437 miles (+5,481)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    51,437 miles
    Test number
    693378553724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass45,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    45,956 miles
    Test number
    137615052952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail45,956 miles (+5,783)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,956 miles
    Test number
    981770651181
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass40,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    40,173 miles
    Test number
    538492440029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail40,173 miles (+6,003)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,173 miles
    Test number
    392910485159
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass34,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    34,170 miles
    Test number
    339444776935
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail34,170 miles (+5,791)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,170 miles
    Test number
    846315095135
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass28,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    28,379 miles
    Test number
    874599219743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,379 miles (+4,290)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,379 miles
    Test number
    721504681679
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass24,089 miles (+2,851)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    24,089 miles
    Test number
    987689443161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,238 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    21,238 miles
    Test number
    168499891319
    • 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))

Questions about LE16 BKU

Does LE16 BKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 BKU is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 BKU?
The MOT on LE16 BKU is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE16 BKU done?
LE16 BKU was recorded at 56,949 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 5,426 miles a year.
Has LE16 BKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 BKU has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LE16 BKU 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 LE16 BKU find?
LE16 BKU passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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