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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2018 · 999 cc

T40 LMEMOT history

T40 LME is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jan 2018. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 62,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
62,875 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 LME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
23 Jan 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 LME was last recorded at 62,875 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 7,990 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,885 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,990 miles
Average per year
10,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,875 miles
  • 2025 – 54,885 miles
  • 2024 – 47,048 miles
  • 2023 – 37,184 miles
  • 2022 – 24,230 miles
  • 2021 – 11,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,875 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn SMOOTH on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Jan 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,875 miles (+7,990)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    62,875 miles
    Test number
    479065331873
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass54,885 miles (+7,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    54,885 miles
    Test number
    824724409831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 worn smooth on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass47,048 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    47,048 miles
    Test number
    319053053168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn SMOOTH on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail46,993 miles (+9,809)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,993 miles
    Test number
    128472983352
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended clip of mechanism jammed other side of plastic button on seat belt (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn SMOOTH on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass37,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    37,184 miles
    Test number
    619066257095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail37,184 miles (+12,954)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,184 miles
    Test number
    519601201177
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWater coolant at min

  7. Pass24,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    24,230 miles
    Test number
    743647169045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail24,230 miles (+12,429)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,230 miles
    Test number
    614483862800
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass11,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    11,801 miles
    Test number
    714847494871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail11,801 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,801 miles
    Test number
    226233633961
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Questions about T40 LME

Does T40 LME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 LME is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 LME?
The MOT on T40 LME is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 LME done?
T40 LME was recorded at 62,875 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 10,222 miles a year.
Has T40 LME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 LME has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 LME 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 T40 LME find?
T40 LME passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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