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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LM16 DUUMOT history

LM16 DUU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 69,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

LM16 DUU grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
69,224 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 DUU
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
30 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 DUU was last recorded at 69,224 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 3,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,833 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,391 miles
Average per year
5,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,224 miles
  • 2025 – 65,833 miles
  • 2024 – 61,507 miles
  • 2023 – 58,144 miles
  • 2022 – 52,670 miles
  • 2021 – 49,488 miles
  • 2020 – 43,305 miles
  • 2019 – 33,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,224 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides, top mounts have slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass69,224 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    69,224 miles
    Test number
    399869111348
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides, top mounts have slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail69,223 miles (+3,390)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,223 miles
    Test number
    492107385607
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides, top mounts have slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass65,833 miles (+4,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,833 miles
    Test number
    578219934398
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

  4. Pass61,507 miles (+3,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    61,507 miles
    Test number
    743637945080
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail58,144 miles (+5,474)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,144 miles
    Test number
    964166102708
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass52,670 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    52,670 miles
    Test number
    176543962506
    • 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))

  7. Fail52,670 miles (+3,182)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,670 miles
    Test number
    284954437646
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  8. Pass49,488 miles (+6,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    49,488 miles
    Test number
    562482165249
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer pump showing signs of wear but effective at time of test

  9. Pass43,305 miles (+10,209)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    43,305 miles
    Test number
    506850678667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    33,096 miles
    Test number
    966066381577
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about LM16 DUU

Does LM16 DUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 DUU is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 DUU?
The MOT on LM16 DUU is valid until 9 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 DUU done?
LM16 DUU was recorded at 69,224 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 5,278 miles a year.
Has LM16 DUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 DUU has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 DUU 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 DUU find?
LM16 DUU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; front upper macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides, top mounts have slight play; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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