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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

LM63 PVLMOT history

LM63 PVL is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 126,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LM63 PVL red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,636 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM63 PVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
11 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM63 PVL was last recorded at 126,636 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 12,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,841 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,795 miles
Average per year
11,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,636 miles
  • 2025 – 113,841 miles
  • 2024 – 98,820 miles
  • 2023 – 82,530 miles
  • 2022 – 72,087 miles
  • 2021 – 57,390 miles
  • 2020 – 47,583 miles
  • 2019 – 38,217 miles
  • 2018 – 31,984 miles
  • 2016 – 21,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,636 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,636 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,636 miles
    Test number
    162187617700
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail126,635 miles (+12,794)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,635 miles
    Test number
    194434991790
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass113,841 miles (+15,021)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    113,841 miles
    Test number
    115217636657
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass98,820 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    224038662049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,598 miles (+16,068)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    473643973592
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass82,530 miles (+10,443)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,530 miles
    Test number
    462546617308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass72,087 miles (+14,697)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,087 miles
    Test number
    906072570390
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass57,390 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    57,390 miles
    Test number
    488374191885
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail57,390 miles (+9,807)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,390 miles
    Test number
    271318298069
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass47,583 miles (+9,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    47,583 miles
    Test number
    210423926430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass38,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,217 miles
    Test number
    336027745834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,217 miles (+6,233)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,217 miles
    Test number
    949145912673
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass31,984 miles (+10,471)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    31,984 miles
    Test number
    408007516386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    21,513 miles
    Test number
    667310045989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,513 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,513 miles
    Test number
    121793029769
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about LM63 PVL

Does LM63 PVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM63 PVL is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM63 PVL?
The MOT on LM63 PVL is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM63 PVL done?
LM63 PVL was recorded at 126,636 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 11,280 miles a year.
Has LM63 PVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM63 PVL has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM63 PVL 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 LM63 PVL find?
LM63 PVL passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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