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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

LM10 RUWMOT history

LM10 RUW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 66,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

LM10 RUW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
66,829 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 RUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 RUW was last recorded at 66,829 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 11,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,220 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,609 miles
Average per year
3,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,829 miles
  • 2025 – 55,220 miles
  • 2024 – 50,257 miles
  • 2023 – 47,062 miles
  • 2022 – 43,413 miles
  • 2020 – 42,185 miles
  • 2019 – 41,675 miles
  • 2015 – 40,969 miles
  • 2014 – 34,366 miles
  • 2013 – 26,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,829 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,829 miles (+11,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    66,829 miles
    Test number
    873411041371
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass55,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    55,220 miles
    Test number
    858184596077
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail55,217 miles (+4,960)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,217 miles
    Test number
    340217455096
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass50,257 miles (+3,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,257 miles
    Test number
    152070292798
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass47,062 miles (+3,649)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    47,062 miles
    Test number
    127866863360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,413 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    43,413 miles
    Test number
    418195993131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,218 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    42,218 miles
    Test number
    676048594465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,212 miles (+27)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,212 miles
    Test number
    541409907326
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass42,185 miles (+510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    42,185 miles
    Test number
    789000596664
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass41,675 miles (+706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,675 miles
    Test number
    272220184255
    • AdvisorySmall marks in front screen

  11. Pass40,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,969 miles
    Test number
    169159445107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,969 miles (+6,603)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,969 miles
    Test number
    266199245141
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail34,366 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,366 miles
    Test number
    285479744158
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass34,366 miles (+8,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,366 miles
    Test number
    865429344193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass26,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,081 miles
    Test number
    446808543152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,081 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,081 miles
    Test number
    666518743190
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LM10 RUW

Does LM10 RUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 RUW is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 RUW?
The MOT on LM10 RUW is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 RUW done?
LM10 RUW was recorded at 66,829 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 3,071 miles a year.
Has LM10 RUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 RUW has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 RUW 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 LM10 RUW find?
LM10 RUW passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush, and 1 more.

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