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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LS16 WKJMOT history

LS16 WKJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 71,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

LS16 WKJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
71,922 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 WKJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 WKJ was last recorded at 71,922 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,842 miles · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
6,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,922 miles
  • 2025 – 60,480 miles
  • 2024 – 49,266 miles
  • 2023 – 45,517 miles
  • 2022 – 41,120 miles
  • 2021 – 37,303 miles
  • 2020 – 33,565 miles
  • 2019 – 27,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,922 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs/advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs/advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit/advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 22 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,922 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    71,922 miles
    Test number
    634748860963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail71,842 miles (+11,362)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,842 miles
    Test number
    515749861743
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass60,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    60,480 miles
    Test number
    291976014045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail60,475 miles (+11,209)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,475 miles
    Test number
    949752732677
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass49,266 miles (+3,749)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    49,266 miles
    Test number
    589011209737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,517 miles (+4,397)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    45,517 miles
    Test number
    876166586430
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and some damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen chipped
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust section joining sleeve and clamps corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel filler flap damaged
  7. Pass41,120 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    41,120 miles
    Test number
    946561553594
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs/advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs/advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit/advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail41,120 miles (+3,817)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,120 miles
    Test number
    535154176935
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs/advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs/advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit/advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass37,303 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    37,303 miles
    Test number
    340588636852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail37,303 miles (+3,738)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,303 miles
    Test number
    106215097511
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass33,565 miles (+5,727)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    33,565 miles
    Test number
    127172934411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,838 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    27,838 miles
    Test number
    347773837588
    • Advisory185/60/15/84h continental
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LS16 WKJ

Does LS16 WKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 WKJ is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 WKJ?
The MOT on LS16 WKJ is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 WKJ done?
LS16 WKJ was recorded at 71,922 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 6,309 miles a year.
Has LS16 WKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 WKJ has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 WKJ 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 WKJ find?
LS16 WKJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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