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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 999 cc

LM68 LZOMOT history

LM68 LZO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Oct 2018. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 65,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

LM68 LZO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
65,075 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM68 LZO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
31 Oct 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM68 LZO was last recorded at 65,075 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,075 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,075 miles
  • 2025 – 51,940 miles
  • 2024 – 38,412 miles
  • 2023 – 25,300 miles
  • 2022 – 14,033 miles
  • 2021 – 13,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,075 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 13 Sept 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    597503880438
    • 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))
  2. Fail65,075 miles (+13,135)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    407862001352
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
  3. Pass51,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    51,940 miles
    Test number
    271612039445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,940 miles (+13,528)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,940 miles
    Test number
    264118516840
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass38,412 miles (+413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    38,412 miles
    Test number
    154443386868
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail37,999 miles (+12,699)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,999 miles
    Test number
    313345661217
    • MajorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass25,300 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    25,300 miles
    Test number
    483707777426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail25,298 miles (+11,265)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,298 miles
    Test number
    585612831616
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass14,033 miles (+582)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    14,033 miles
    Test number
    991421761545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass13,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    13,451 miles
    Test number
    744440207547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM68 LZO

Does LM68 LZO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM68 LZO is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM68 LZO?
The MOT on LM68 LZO is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM68 LZO done?
LM68 LZO was recorded at 65,075 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 11,217 miles a year.
Has LM68 LZO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM68 LZO has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM68 LZO 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 LM68 LZO find?
LM68 LZO passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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