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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

LM16 DPUMOT history

LM16 DPU is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 75,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

LM16 DPU white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,360 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 DPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 DPU was last recorded at 75,360 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 6,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
69,098 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,262 miles
Average per year
6,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,360 miles
  • 2025 – 69,098 miles
  • 2023 – 62,395 miles
  • 2022 – 56,405 miles
  • 2021 – 49,809 miles
  • 2020 – 42,405 miles
  • 2019 – 30,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,360 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside+nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,360 miles (+6,262)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,360 miles
    Test number
    803729716665
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass69,098 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    69,098 miles
    Test number
    665309350526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail69,098 miles (+6,703)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,098 miles
    Test number
    519653616167
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass62,395 miles (+5,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    62,395 miles
    Test number
    938765416511
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass56,405 miles (+6,596)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    56,405 miles
    Test number
    370119659344
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside+nearside (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass49,809 miles (+7,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,809 miles
    Test number
    276755240741
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside+nearside (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass42,405 miles (+11,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,405 miles
    Test number
    696854481667
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside + nearside (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass30,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,693 miles
    Test number
    599068770726
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about LM16 DPU

Does LM16 DPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 DPU is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 DPU?
The MOT on LM16 DPU is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 DPU done?
LM16 DPU was recorded at 75,360 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 6,717 miles a year.
Has LM16 DPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 DPU has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM16 DPU 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 LM16 DPU find?
LM16 DPU passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also cracking.

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