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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LE16 BKZMOT history

LE16 BKZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 75,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

LE16 BKZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
75,498 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 BKZ
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
25 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 BKZ was last recorded at 75,498 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,421 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
8,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,498 miles
  • 2025 – 70,232 miles
  • 2024 – 63,071 miles
  • 2023 – 49,398 miles
  • 2022 – 32,684 miles
  • 2021 – 20,697 miles
  • 2020 – 12,973 miles
  • 2019 – 10,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,498 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 11 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,498 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    75,498 miles
    Test number
    421171260709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail75,421 miles (+5,189)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,421 miles
    Test number
    999373770299
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  3. Pass70,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    70,232 miles
    Test number
    961904131547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail70,232 miles (+7,161)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,232 miles
    Test number
    244971980200
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  5. Pass63,071 miles (+261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    63,071 miles
    Test number
    176040263568
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail62,810 miles (+13,412)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,810 miles
    Test number
    553608027877
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass49,398 miles (+16,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    49,398 miles
    Test number
    755388328836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass32,684 miles (+11,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,684 miles
    Test number
    611166843028
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass20,697 miles (+7,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    20,697 miles
    Test number
    970160122723
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass12,973 miles (+2,139)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    12,973 miles
    Test number
    805253024832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass10,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    10,834 miles
    Test number
    788939833994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE16 BKZ

Does LE16 BKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 BKZ is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 BKZ?
The MOT on LE16 BKZ is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE16 BKZ done?
LE16 BKZ was recorded at 75,498 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 8,839 miles a year.
Has LE16 BKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 BKZ has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LE16 BKZ 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 BKZ find?
LE16 BKZ passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15.

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