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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

LU16 WATMOT history

LU16 WAT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 73,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

LU16 WAT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
73,531 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU16 WAT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU16 WAT was last recorded at 73,531 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 1,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,115 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1,416 miles
Average per year
7,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,531 miles
  • 2025 – 72,115 miles
  • 2024 – 64,881 miles
  • 2023 – 57,952 miles
  • 2022 – 49,784 miles
  • 2021 – 38,112 miles
  • 2020 – 30,576 miles
  • 2019 – 25,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,531 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    255161252319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,531 miles (+1,416)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    984752805989
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass72,115 miles (+7,234)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,115 miles
    Test number
    458814037554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    64,881 miles
    Test number
    148195909138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail64,881 miles (+74)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,881 miles
    Test number
    433761403184
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail64,807 miles (+6,855)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,807 miles
    Test number
    156869673289
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coating bloated (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre outer shoulder

  7. Pass57,952 miles (+8,168)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,952 miles
    Test number
    646915459735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    49,784 miles
    Test number
    793299568224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,784 miles (+11,672)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,784 miles
    Test number
    326459322943
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass38,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    38,112 miles
    Test number
    798418521342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail38,112 miles (+7,536)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,112 miles
    Test number
    525971003464
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass30,576 miles (+4,926)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    30,576 miles
    Test number
    748376002058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    25,650 miles
    Test number
    467378036167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU16 WAT

Does LU16 WAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU16 WAT is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU16 WAT?
The MOT on LU16 WAT is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU16 WAT done?
LU16 WAT was recorded at 73,531 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 7,769 miles a year.
Has LU16 WAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU16 WAT has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LU16 WAT 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 LU16 WAT find?
LU16 WAT passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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