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Volkswagen UP

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

LM16 VPUMOT history

LM16 VPU is a black petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 28 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 39,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LM16 VPU black Volkswagen UP – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen UP, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
39,438 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 VPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
28 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 VPU was last recorded at 39,438 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 8,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,453 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,985 miles
Average per year
3,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,438 miles
  • 2025 – 30,453 miles
  • 2024 – 26,380 miles
  • 2023 – 22,689 miles
  • 2022 – 18,787 miles
  • 2021 – 16,743 miles
  • 2020 – 15,630 miles
  • 2019 – 11,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,438 miles
  • 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))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,438 miles (+8,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    39,438 miles
    Test number
    380713876939
    • 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))

  2. Pass30,453 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    30,453 miles
    Test number
    152345477662
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail30,446 miles (+4,066)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,446 miles
    Test number
    348296664860
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass26,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    26,380 miles
    Test number
    225807314107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail26,380 miles (+3,691)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,380 miles
    Test number
    832707317367
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass22,689 miles (+3,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    22,689 miles
    Test number
    778781813325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass18,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    18,787 miles
    Test number
    473266706009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail18,787 miles (+2,044)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,787 miles
    Test number
    151175029652
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass16,743 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    16,743 miles
    Test number
    436401863757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  10. Fail16,743 miles (+1,113)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,743 miles
    Test number
    877152834467
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  11. Pass15,630 miles (+3,701)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    15,630 miles
    Test number
    238562787369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  12. Pass11,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    11,929 miles
    Test number
    656554217814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM16 VPU

Does LM16 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 VPU is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 VPU?
The MOT on LM16 VPU is valid until 28 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 VPU done?
LM16 VPU was recorded at 39,438 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 3,929 miles a year.
Has LM16 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 VPU has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM16 VPU 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 VPU find?
LM16 VPU passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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