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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,390 cc

146 ELEMOT history

146 ELE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 54,943 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

146 ELE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
54,943 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
146 ELE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

146 ELE was last recorded at 54,943 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Aug 2024: 42,187 miles, lower than 42,817 miles on 12 Aug 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
54,943 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,943 miles
  • 2025 – 49,454 miles
  • 2024 – 42,187 miles
  • 2023 – 37,427 miles
  • 2022 – 33,418 miles
  • 2021 – 29,428 miles
  • 2020 – 26,510 miles
  • 2019 – 22,852 miles
  • 2018 – 20,475 miles
  • 2017 – 18,222 miles
  • 2016 – 16,830 miles
  • 2015 – 15,443 miles
  • 2014 – 13,476 miles
  • 2013 – 10,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,943 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNSF top mount has movementRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,943 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    54,943 miles
    Test number
    100138075742
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSF top mount has movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail54,943 miles (+5,489)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,943 miles
    Test number
    242088694706
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSF top mount has movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass49,454 miles (+7,267)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    49,454 miles
    Test number
    777364710226
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Lower 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))

  4. Pass42,187 miles (-630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    42,187 miles
    Test number
    928904631563
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail42,817 miles (+5,390)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,817 miles
    Test number
    752112470179
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass37,427 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    37,427 miles
    Test number
    323042020130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail37,426 miles (+4,008)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,426 miles
    Test number
    655866616052
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer tyre sidewall perishing 185..60..15 ...tyre 2009 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer tyre sidewall perishing 185..60..15 ...tyre 2009 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam low beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass33,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    33,418 miles
    Test number
    326303557707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail33,418 miles (+3,990)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,418 miles
    Test number
    781177596360
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass29,428 miles (+2,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,428 miles
    Test number
    316760251425
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass26,510 miles (+3,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    26,510 miles
    Test number
    264134560472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass22,852 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    22,852 miles
    Test number
    550917876592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail22,850 miles (+653)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,850 miles
    Test number
    164378106611
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass22,197 miles (+1,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    22,197 miles
    Test number
    273378521075
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat-shield insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  15. Pass20,475 miles (+2,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    20,475 miles
    Test number
    775603432278
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass18,222 miles (+1,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    18,222 miles
    Test number
    853276579884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass16,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    16,830 miles
    Test number
    407883048895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail16,830 miles (+1,387)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,830 miles
    Test number
    643127698147
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount not tested due to broken spring

  19. Fail15,443 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,443 miles
    Test number
    858095615001
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass15,443 miles (+1,967)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    15,443 miles
    Test number
    915045115003
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass13,476 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    13,476 miles
    Test number
    187741314082
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smeering

  22. Fail13,476 miles (+2,988)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,476 miles
    Test number
    278800014006
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smeering

  23. Fail10,488 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,488 miles
    Test number
    228061913080
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass10,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    10,488 miles
    Test number
    998751413065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 146 ELE

What vehicle is registration 146 ELE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 146 ELE on a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jan 2010. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 146 ELE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 146 ELE is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 146 ELE?
The MOT on 146 ELE is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 146 ELE done?
146 ELE was recorded at 54,943 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 3,236 miles a year.
Has 146 ELE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 146 ELE has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 146 ELE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Aug 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 146 ELE find?
146 ELE passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nsf top mount has movement, and 1 more.

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