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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LS16 UPJMOT history

LS16 UPJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 72,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LS16 UPJ grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
72,571 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 UPJ
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
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 UPJ was last recorded at 72,571 miles on 7 May 2026, 2,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,487 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2,084 miles
Average per year
5,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,571 miles
  • 2025 – 60,262 miles
  • 2024 – 55,203 miles
  • 2023 – 49,020 miles
  • 2022 – 46,706 miles
  • 2021 – 43,381 miles
  • 2020 – 38,111 miles
  • 2019 – 30,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,571 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 1 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,571 miles (+2,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,571 miles
    Test number
    488872048058
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail70,487 miles (+10,225)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,487 miles
    Test number
    342549857825
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner edge worn to 2nd layer

  3. Pass60,262 miles (+5,059)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    60,262 miles
    Test number
    697475027641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,203 miles (+6,183)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    55,203 miles
    Test number
    974612053434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,020 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    49,020 miles
    Test number
    677632074701
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail49,020 miles (+2,314)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,020 miles
    Test number
    138439770745
    • 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass46,706 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    46,706 miles
    Test number
    469819847329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,381 miles (+5,270)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    43,381 miles
    Test number
    356438293623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,111 miles (+7,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,111 miles
    Test number
    776361462817
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre JUST ON LEGAL LIMIT (1.6mm).

  10. Pass30,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    30,298 miles
    Test number
    234768786801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS16 UPJ

Does LS16 UPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 UPJ is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 UPJ?
The MOT on LS16 UPJ is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 UPJ done?
LS16 UPJ was recorded at 72,571 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,884 miles a year.
Has LS16 UPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 UPJ has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 UPJ 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 LS16 UPJ find?
LS16 UPJ passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 advisory: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs corroding.

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