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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LM16 EKPMOT history

LM16 EKP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 48,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LM16 EKP blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
48,667 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 EKP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 EKP was last recorded at 48,667 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 5,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,899 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,768 miles
Average per year
4,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,667 miles
  • 2025 – 42,899 miles
  • 2024 – 42,167 miles
  • 2023 – 40,881 miles
  • 2022 – 38,697 miles
  • 2021 – 30,203 miles
  • 2020 – 23,389 miles
  • 2019 – 18,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,667 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 14 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,667 miles (+5,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    48,667 miles
    Test number
    213891811325
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass42,899 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    42,899 miles
    Test number
    601800979200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,167 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    316473181914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail42,165 miles (+1,284)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,165 miles
    Test number
    684361583844
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass40,881 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    40,881 miles
    Test number
    122999823537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,697 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    38,697 miles
    Test number
    336346894598
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail38,697 miles (+8,494)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,697 miles
    Test number
    187644934679
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass30,203 miles (+6,814)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    30,203 miles
    Test number
    925078312443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,389 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    23,389 miles
    Test number
    685430090164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    22,664 miles
    Test number
    158159944059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail22,664 miles (+4,502)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,664 miles
    Test number
    323948577482
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass18,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    18,162 miles
    Test number
    337462970074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM16 EKP

Does LM16 EKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 EKP is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 EKP?
The MOT on LM16 EKP is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 EKP done?
LM16 EKP was recorded at 48,667 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 4,069 miles a year.
Has LM16 EKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 EKP has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM16 EKP 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 EKP find?
LM16 EKP passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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