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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LR62 PFAMOT history

LR62 PFA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 122,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LR62 PFA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
122,928 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR62 PFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR62 PFA was last recorded at 122,928 miles on 8 May 2026, 8,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,877 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,051 miles
Average per year
8,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,928 miles
  • 2025 – 114,877 miles
  • 2024 – 104,023 miles
  • 2023 – 91,732 miles
  • 2022 – 90,575 miles
  • 2021 – 86,386 miles
  • 2020 – 84,963 miles
  • 2019 – 76,443 miles
  • 2018 – 66,557 miles
  • 2017 – 54,573 miles
  • 2016 – 43,764 miles
  • 2015 – 26,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,928 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.

  • Exhaust pipe corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Slight play in nearside lower swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,928 miles (+8,051)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,928 miles
    Test number
    915647098496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,877 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,877 miles
    Test number
    474992856925
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail114,877 miles (+5)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,877 miles
    Test number
    988449127888
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail114,872 miles (+219)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,872 miles
    Test number
    627489578729
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Pipe Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail114,653 miles (+10,630)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,653 miles
    Test number
    135458589457
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass104,023 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,023 miles
    Test number
    389067386703
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine - timing case area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail104,021 miles (+12,289)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,021 miles
    Test number
    654173205487
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine - timing case area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges and main tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tight to turn / binding
  8. Pass91,732 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    91,732 miles
    Test number
    513309235359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,575 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,575 miles
    Test number
    212009741224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,386 miles (+1,423)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,386 miles
    Test number
    416116407824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,963 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,963 miles
    Test number
    429499979046
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside lower swivel
  12. Fail84,899 miles (+8,456)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,899 miles
    Test number
    313185135587
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering component deformed nearside track rod assembly bent (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside inner rack joint
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside lower swivel
  13. Pass76,443 miles (+9,886)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,443 miles
    Test number
    369660892463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,557 miles (+11,984)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,557 miles
    Test number
    196183029786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,573 miles
    Test number
    757726213543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,573 miles (+10,809)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,573 miles
    Test number
    972632497694
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  17. Pass43,764 miles (+16,848)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,764 miles
    Test number
    399694306933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    26,916 miles
    Test number
    486872625291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR62 PFA

Does LR62 PFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR62 PFA is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR62 PFA?
The MOT on LR62 PFA is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR62 PFA done?
LR62 PFA was recorded at 122,928 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 8,937 miles a year.
Has LR62 PFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR62 PFA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR62 PFA 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 LR62 PFA find?
LR62 PFA passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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