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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LM16 WHFMOT history

LM16 WHF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 64,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

LM16 WHF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
64,454 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 WHF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
7 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 WHF was last recorded at 64,454 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 4,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,834 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,620 miles
Average per year
7,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,454 miles
  • 2025 – 59,834 miles
  • 2024 – 55,109 miles
  • 2023 – 48,755 miles
  • 2022 – 44,343 miles
  • 2021 – 38,006 miles
  • 2020 – 22,547 miles
  • 2019 – 12,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,454 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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass64,454 miles (+4,620)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    64,454 miles
    Test number
    776368259416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,834 miles (+4,725)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    548741575620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass55,109 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    55,109 miles
    Test number
    518875989008
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  4. Fail55,109 miles (+6,354)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,109 miles
    Test number
    597798667350
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass48,755 miles (+4,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    48,755 miles
    Test number
    499751687608
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass44,343 miles (+6,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    44,343 miles
    Test number
    614194819038
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass38,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    38,006 miles
    Test number
    538672758427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail38,006 miles (+15,459)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,006 miles
    Test number
    107764124323
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass22,547 miles (+9,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    22,547 miles
    Test number
    309205415368
    • 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))
  10. Pass12,962 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    12,962 miles
    Test number
    205612097224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail12,894 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,894 miles
    Test number
    492351381415
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))

Questions about LM16 WHF

Does LM16 WHF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 WHF is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 WHF?
The MOT on LM16 WHF is valid until 13 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 WHF done?
LM16 WHF was recorded at 64,454 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 7,403 miles a year.
Has LM16 WHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 WHF has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LM16 WHF 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 WHF find?
LM16 WHF passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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