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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LU64 SMJMOT history

LU64 SMJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 68,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LU64 SMJ white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
68,870 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU64 SMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
10 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU64 SMJ was last recorded at 68,870 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 13,716 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,154 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13,716 miles
Average per year
6,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,870 miles
  • 2025 – 55,154 miles
  • 2024 – 50,506 miles
  • 2023 – 44,410 miles
  • 2022 – 40,236 miles
  • 2021 – 35,706 miles
  • 2020 – 28,812 miles
  • 2019 – 22,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,870 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 24 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,870 miles (+13,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    68,870 miles
    Test number
    799456764067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass55,154 miles (+4,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    55,154 miles
    Test number
    837888917887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass50,506 miles (+22)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,506 miles
    Test number
    593821886545
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail50,484 miles (+6,074)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,484 miles
    Test number
    817827079384
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass44,410 miles (+4,174)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    44,410 miles
    Test number
    536838376005
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass40,236 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,236 miles
    Test number
    525121666039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,207 miles (+4,501)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    40,207 miles
    Test number
    141315762497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,706 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    35,706 miles
    Test number
    278535305358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail35,706 miles (+6,894)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,706 miles
    Test number
    667686177011
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever slightly high.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass28,812 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    28,812 miles
    Test number
    682056043574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,810 miles (+6,518)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,810 miles
    Test number
    285443661616
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass22,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    22,292 miles
    Test number
    769529819066
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener hanging from interior mirror.

Questions about LU64 SMJ

Does LU64 SMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU64 SMJ is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU64 SMJ?
The MOT on LU64 SMJ is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU64 SMJ done?
LU64 SMJ was recorded at 68,870 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 6,437 miles a year.
Has LU64 SMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU64 SMJ has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LU64 SMJ 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 LU64 SMJ find?
LU64 SMJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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