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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LP16 MWGMOT history

LP16 MWG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 62,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

LP16 MWG grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
62,608 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 MWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
6 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 MWG was last recorded at 62,608 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 2,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,815 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,793 miles
Average per year
6,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,608 miles
  • 2025 – 59,815 miles
  • 2024 – 54,680 miles
  • 2023 – 50,535 miles
  • 2022 – 43,227 miles
  • 2021 – 36,010 miles
  • 2020 – 29,650 miles
  • 2019 – 17,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,608 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 18 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,608 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    62,608 miles
    Test number
    390003123771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    59,815 miles
    Test number
    254962817093
    • AdvisoryRear passenger seats folded down at time of test unable to test seat belts
  3. Fail59,813 miles (+5,133)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,813 miles
    Test number
    746996468030
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear passenger seats folded down at time of test unable to test seat belts
  4. Pass54,680 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    54,680 miles
    Test number
    504626379668
    • MinorCentral Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut not deep (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail54,680 miles (+4,145)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,680 miles
    Test number
    519107627411
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut not deep (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass50,535 miles (+7,308)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,535 miles
    Test number
    933292951344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass43,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    43,227 miles
    Test number
    582391045522
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail43,227 miles (+7,217)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,227 miles
    Test number
    211121066550
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass36,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    36,010 miles
    Test number
    103695898614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail36,010 miles (+6,360)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,010 miles
    Test number
    165703764256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass29,650 miles (+12,153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    29,650 miles
    Test number
    806033919045
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
  12. Pass17,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    17,497 miles
    Test number
    594787620668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP16 MWG

Does LP16 MWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 MWG is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 MWG?
The MOT on LP16 MWG is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 MWG done?
LP16 MWG was recorded at 62,608 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 6,232 miles a year.
Has LP16 MWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 MWG has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LP16 MWG 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 LP16 MWG find?
LP16 MWG passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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