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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

C5 OMJMOT history

C5 OMJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 65,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

C5 OMJ red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
65,952 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 OMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
20 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 OMJ was last recorded at 65,952 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,827 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
125 miles
Average per year
3,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,952 miles
  • 2025 – 55,538 miles
  • 2024 – 52,462 miles
  • 2023 – 50,772 miles
  • 2022 – 50,768 miles
  • 2021 – 48,906 miles
  • 2020 – 47,201 miles
  • 2019 – 42,965 miles
  • 2018 – 39,744 miles
  • 2017 – 35,777 miles
  • 2016 – 33,017 miles
  • 2015 – 30,175 miles
  • 2014 – 26,864 miles
  • 2013 – 22,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,952 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass65,952 miles (+125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    65,952 miles
    Test number
    191344815929
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail65,827 miles (+10,289)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,827 miles
    Test number
    611342876642
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass55,538 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    55,538 miles
    Test number
    905391806692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,012 miles (+1,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    54,012 miles
    Test number
    649341992249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  5. Pass52,462 miles (+1,690)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    52,462 miles
    Test number
    340649956907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass50,772 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,772 miles
    Test number
    897028556525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail50,768 miles (+1,862)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,768 miles
    Test number
    919305035740
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass48,906 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    279825910438
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail48,901 miles (+1,700)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,901 miles
    Test number
    662823299739
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass47,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    47,201 miles
    Test number
    798588736850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,201 miles (+4,236)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,201 miles
    Test number
    125017128210
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass42,965 miles (+3,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,965 miles
    Test number
    484434106088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass39,744 miles (+3,967)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,744 miles
    Test number
    732706423909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,777 miles (+2,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    35,777 miles
    Test number
    302906139153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass33,017 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    33,017 miles
    Test number
    877907038801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,175 miles (+3,311)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    30,175 miles
    Test number
    427001245113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,864 miles (+4,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    26,864 miles
    Test number
    206289434176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass22,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    22,295 miles
    Test number
    286944043147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 OMJ

Does C5 OMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 OMJ is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 OMJ?
The MOT on C5 OMJ is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 OMJ done?
C5 OMJ was recorded at 65,952 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,295 miles a year.
Has C5 OMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 OMJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 OMJ 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 C5 OMJ find?
C5 OMJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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