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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,798 cc

C5 RMAMOT history

C5 RMA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Apr 2017. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 75,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

C5 RMA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
75,231 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 RMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
29 Apr 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 RMA was last recorded at 75,231 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,232 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
999 miles
Average per year
7,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,231 miles
  • 2025 – 71,207 miles
  • 2024 – 67,303 miles
  • 2023 – 60,851 miles
  • 2022 – 47,444 miles
  • 2021 – 37,016 miles
  • 2020 – 28,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,231 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 Apr 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,231 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    75,231 miles
    Test number
    832926555522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,232 miles (+3,025)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    74,232 miles
    Test number
    651577288409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    71,207 miles
    Test number
    439761923110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,207 miles (+3,904)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,207 miles
    Test number
    179728108494
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system centre attachment sleeve heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated free play felt at lever before parking brake effort is recorded during RBT (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield loose / not secure at intended position
  5. Pass67,303 miles (+6,452)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    67,303 miles
    Test number
    353331811091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass60,851 miles (+13,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    60,851 miles
    Test number
    699079068312
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass47,444 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,444 miles
    Test number
    907080500948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail47,436 miles (+10,420)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,436 miles
    Test number
    392416664160
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light On
  9. Pass37,016 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    37,016 miles
    Test number
    705336105941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail37,010 miles (+8,987)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,010 miles
    Test number
    451202512101
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass28,023 miles (+848)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    28,023 miles
    Test number
    568924958525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,175 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    27,175 miles
    Test number
    997849420646
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  13. Fail27,175 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,175 miles
    Test number
    529829480858
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  14. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    222544694411
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about C5 RMA

Does C5 RMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 RMA is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 RMA?
The MOT on C5 RMA is valid until 2 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 RMA done?
C5 RMA was recorded at 75,231 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 7,668 miles a year.
Has C5 RMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 RMA has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 RMA 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 RMA find?
C5 RMA passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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