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Black · Petrol · 2018 · 999 cc

LM68 XDLMOT history

LM68 XDL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Nov 2018. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 36,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LM68 XDL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
36,265 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM68 XDL
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
2 Nov 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM68 XDL was last recorded at 36,265 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 4,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,776 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,489 miles
Average per year
5,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,265 miles
  • 2025 – 31,776 miles
  • 2024 – 24,921 miles
  • 2023 – 19,749 miles
  • 2022 – 12,145 miles
  • 2021 – 6,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,265 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front 2mm Excessively Perished In Tread Pattern (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 20 Oct 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,265 miles (+4,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    36,265 miles
    Test number
    560216453624
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front 2mm Excessively Perished In Tread Pattern (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass31,776 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    31,776 miles
    Test number
    633177824876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail31,775 miles (+6,854)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,775 miles
    Test number
    390620385712
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass24,921 miles (+5,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    24,921 miles
    Test number
    833327826651
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass19,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    19,749 miles
    Test number
    633183336095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Fail19,749 miles (+7,604)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,749 miles
    Test number
    716870455052
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass12,145 miles (+5,685)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    12,145 miles
    Test number
    706757015341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass6,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    6,460 miles
    Test number
    911245994213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM68 XDL

Does LM68 XDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM68 XDL is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM68 XDL?
The MOT on LM68 XDL is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM68 XDL done?
LM68 XDL was recorded at 36,265 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 5,981 miles a year.
Has LM68 XDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM68 XDL has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM68 XDL 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 XDL find?
LM68 XDL passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 2mm excessively perished in tread pattern.

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