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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LU07 BEXMOT history

LU07 BEX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 81,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LU07 BEX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,422 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU07 BEX
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
19 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU07 BEX was last recorded at 81,422 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 9,270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,152 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,270 miles
Average per year
10,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,422 miles
  • 2025 – 72,152 miles
  • 2024 – 63,428 miles
  • 2023 – 55,371 miles
  • 2022 – 44,732 miles
  • 2021 – 35,553 miles
  • 2020 – 20,447 miles
  • 2019 – 13,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,422 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 rear box outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside and nearside front inner wishbone bushes de-laminating from backing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight lift in front strut mountings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,422 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,422 miles
    Test number
    875575922927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail81,421 miles (+9,269)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,421 miles
    Test number
    400606256940
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,152 miles
    Test number
    825911686194
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail72,152 miles (+8,724)3 major2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,152 miles
    Test number
    224198463384
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass63,428 miles (+8,057)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    63,428 miles
    Test number
    853194999801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,371 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    107449590096
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wishbone bushes de-laminating from backing
    • AdvisorySlight lift in front strut mountings

  7. Fail55,371 miles (+10,639)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    628083794023
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread very de-laminated (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wishbone bushes de-laminating from backing
    • AdvisorySlight lift in front strut mountings

  8. Pass44,732 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,732 miles
    Test number
    683047284172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail44,732 miles (+9,179)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,732 miles
    Test number
    200928289620
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass35,553 miles (+15,106)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    35,553 miles
    Test number
    155265205340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,447 miles (+6,854)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    20,447 miles
    Test number
    660915058707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass13,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    13,593 miles
    Test number
    134442706535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU07 BEX

Does LU07 BEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU07 BEX is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU07 BEX?
The MOT on LU07 BEX is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU07 BEX done?
LU07 BEX was recorded at 81,422 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 10,301 miles a year.
Has LU07 BEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU07 BEX has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LU07 BEX 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 LU07 BEX find?
LU07 BEX passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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