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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LM16 PXEMOT history

LM16 PXE is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 25,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LM16 PXE white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
25,995 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 PXE
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
8 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 PXE was last recorded at 25,995 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 1,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,053 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,942 miles
Average per year
1,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 25,995 miles
  • 2025 – 24,053 miles
  • 2024 – 22,565 miles
  • 2023 – 21,371 miles
  • 2022 – 19,719 miles
  • 2021 – 17,710 miles
  • 2020 – 16,200 miles
  • 2019 – 14,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass25,995 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 21 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass25,995 miles (+1,942)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    25,995 miles
    Test number
    348330487211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass24,053 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    24,053 miles
    Test number
    346814270467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail24,039 miles (+1,474)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,039 miles
    Test number
    767401654260
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass22,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    22,565 miles
    Test number
    435750869388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail22,565 miles (+1,194)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,565 miles
    Test number
    476382740890
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass21,371 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    21,371 miles
    Test number
    364840288878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass19,719 miles (+2,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    19,719 miles
    Test number
    541814835762
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass17,710 miles (+1,510)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    17,710 miles
    Test number
    794272635007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass16,200 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    16,200 miles
    Test number
    495379732924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass14,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    14,274 miles
    Test number
    405076602163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM16 PXE

Does LM16 PXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 PXE is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 PXE?
The MOT on LM16 PXE is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 PXE done?
LM16 PXE was recorded at 25,995 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 1,655 miles a year.
Has LM16 PXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 PXE has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM16 PXE 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 PXE find?
LM16 PXE passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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