2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · LP16 WMX
2016 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 38,844 miles. MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,844 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LP16 WMX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 38,844 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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LP16 WMX Mileage History
- 04/08/202225,731 mi
- 07/08/202329,958 mi+4,227 mi
- 08/08/202433,618 mi+3,660 mi
- 05/08/202536,294 mi+2,676 mi
- 21/08/202638,844 mi+2,550 mi
Average of roughly 3,241 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LP16 WMX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Polo (LP16 WMX) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 31 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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