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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LM16 DVFMOT history

LM16 DVF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 41,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

LM16 DVF grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
41,819 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 DVF
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 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 DVF was last recorded at 41,819 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 1,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,564 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,255 miles
Average per year
3,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,819 miles
  • 2025 – 40,564 miles
  • 2024 – 36,871 miles
  • 2023 – 34,074 miles
  • 2022 – 32,449 miles
  • 2021 – 29,739 miles
  • 2020 – 22,264 miles
  • 2019 – 14,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,819 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 1 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,819 miles (+1,255)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    41,819 miles
    Test number
    564057430217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,564 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    40,564 miles
    Test number
    331845099606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass36,871 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    36,871 miles
    Test number
    304726548199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass34,074 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    34,074 miles
    Test number
    798727913782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass32,449 miles (+2,710)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    32,449 miles
    Test number
    617167247153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass29,739 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    29,739 miles
    Test number
    762726635518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail29,733 miles (+7,469)2 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,733 miles
    Test number
    152547639565
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass22,264 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    22,264 miles
    Test number
    244770533904
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPetrol flap missing

  9. Fail22,264 miles (+8,176)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,264 miles
    Test number
    685429245876
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPetrol flap missing

  10. Pass14,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    14,088 miles
    Test number
    733735930291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cuts on tyre wall.
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap flap missing.

  11. Fail14,088 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,088 miles
    Test number
    790828062246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cuts on tyre wall.
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap flap missing.

Questions about LM16 DVF

Does LM16 DVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 DVF is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 DVF?
The MOT on LM16 DVF is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 DVF done?
LM16 DVF was recorded at 41,819 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 3,943 miles a year.
Has LM16 DVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 DVF has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LM16 DVF 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 DVF find?
LM16 DVF passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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