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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LS62 EWAMOT history

LS62 EWA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Oct 2012. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 139,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2025.

LS62 EWA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2026
Mileage
139,954 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS62 EWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS62 EWA was last recorded at 139,954 miles on 4 Oct 2025, 6,725 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,229 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,725 miles
Average per year
12,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,954 miles
  • 2024 – 133,229 miles
  • 2023 – 124,835 miles
  • 2022 – 115,455 miles
  • 2021 – 100,750 miles
  • 2020 – 88,163 miles
  • 2019 – 78,933 miles
  • 2018 – 66,739 miles
  • 2017 – 54,604 miles
  • 2016 – 33,130 miles
  • 2015 – 19,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,954 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Near and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Near and Offside MAIN beams pointing in the wrong directions

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,954 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    139,954 miles
    Test number
    792156221292
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail139,954 miles (+6,725)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,954 miles
    Test number
    377067256171
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass133,229 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,229 miles
    Test number
    489608670833
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Near and Offside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNear and Offside MAIN beams pointing in the wrong directions

  4. Fail133,229 miles (+8,394)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,229 miles
    Test number
    421100910413
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light is on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Near and Offside 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet faulty (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Near and Offside floppies (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Near and Offside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNear and Offside MAIN beams pointing in the wrong directions

  5. Pass124,835 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    616175358206
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near and Offside inner shoulders low to BALD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNear and Offside main beam bulb incorrectly fitted, image points at the ground or the sky
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail124,835 miles (+9,380)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    991156377206
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/15 hole in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near and Offside inner shoulders low to BALD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNear and Offside main beam bulb incorrectly fitted, image points at the ground or the sky
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    115,455 miles
    Test number
    829300592000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail115,453 miles (+14,703)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,453 miles
    Test number
    834580692265
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass100,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,750 miles
    Test number
    939581943566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,750 miles (+12,587)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,750 miles
    Test number
    367988140538
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass88,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    88,163 miles
    Test number
    939756991336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,163 miles (+9,230)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,163 miles
    Test number
    128037187122
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding Both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass78,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,933 miles
    Test number
    966350791282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,933 miles (+12,194)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,933 miles
    Test number
    745983649854
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass66,739 miles (+12,135)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,739 miles
    Test number
    974402467717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,604 miles (+21,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,604 miles
    Test number
    464901957100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit All four tyres on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass33,130 miles (+13,766)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    33,130 miles
    Test number
    828378257110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    19,364 miles
    Test number
    505408852650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS62 EWA

Does LS62 EWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS62 EWA expired on 11 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS62 EWA?
The MOT on LS62 EWA expired on 11 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS62 EWA done?
LS62 EWA was recorded at 139,954 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2025, an average of 12,047 miles a year.
Has LS62 EWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS62 EWA has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS62 EWA 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 LS62 EWA find?
LS62 EWA passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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