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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LM16 EKVMOT history

LM16 EKV is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 80,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LM16 EKV white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,992 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 EKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 EKV was last recorded at 80,992 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 11,302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,690 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,302 miles
Average per year
9,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,992 miles
  • 2025 – 69,690 miles
  • 2024 – 62,733 miles
  • 2023 – 60,389 miles
  • 2022 – 55,380 miles
  • 2021 – 40,326 miles
  • 2020 – 26,945 miles
  • 2019 – 17,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,992 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective front wipers poor aerodeck (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 26 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,992 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,992 miles
    Test number
    645002129418
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective front wipers poor aerodeck (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail80,987 miles (+11,297)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,987 miles
    Test number
    411718631082
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective front wipers poor aerodeck (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight knocking when rocking the steering
  3. Pass69,690 miles (+6,957)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    69,690 miles
    Test number
    889605935489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,733 miles
    Test number
    851735324136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail62,733 miles (+2,344)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,733 miles
    Test number
    240002410498
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aero deck blades fitted (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working fiited 7.5 amp fuse (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass60,389 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    60,389 miles
    Test number
    270761037401
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail60,388 miles (+5,008)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,388 miles
    Test number
    474326674861
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass55,380 miles (+15,054)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,380 miles
    Test number
    223276881287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,326 miles (+13,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,326 miles
    Test number
    848794768199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass26,945 miles (+9,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    26,945 miles
    Test number
    132067320583
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass17,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    17,878 miles
    Test number
    570268768678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM16 EKV

Does LM16 EKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 EKV is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 EKV?
The MOT on LM16 EKV is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 EKV done?
LM16 EKV was recorded at 80,992 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 9,141 miles a year.
Has LM16 EKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 EKV has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 EKV 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 EKV find?
LM16 EKV passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective front wipers poor aerodeck; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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