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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LE16 MSVMOT history

LE16 MSV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 63,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LE16 MSV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
63,314 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 MSV
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 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 MSV was last recorded at 63,314 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,312 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,314 miles
  • 2025 – 56,501 miles
  • 2024 – 47,568 miles
  • 2023 – 39,609 miles
  • 2022 – 31,858 miles
  • 2021 – 28,607 miles
  • 2020 – 26,516 miles
  • 2019 – 24,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 27 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,314 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    63,314 miles
    Test number
    628706411861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  2. Fail63,312 miles (+6,811)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,312 miles
    Test number
    497211965437
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Pass56,501 miles (+8,933)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    56,501 miles
    Test number
    566792599426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,568 miles (+7,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    47,568 miles
    Test number
    195367715323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass39,609 miles (+7,751)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    39,609 miles
    Test number
    399665936033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass31,858 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    31,858 miles
    Test number
    298100491022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail31,858 miles (+3,251)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,858 miles
    Test number
    977867679079
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass28,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    28,607 miles
    Test number
    665511946423
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail28,607 miles (+2,091)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,607 miles
    Test number
    722597453349
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass26,516 miles (+2,081)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    26,516 miles
    Test number
    245997016878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    24,435 miles
    Test number
    343246435101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE16 MSV

Does LE16 MSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 MSV is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 MSV?
The MOT on LE16 MSV is valid until 17 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 MSV done?
LE16 MSV was recorded at 63,314 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 5,952 miles a year.
Has LE16 MSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 MSV has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LE16 MSV 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 MSV find?
LE16 MSV passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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