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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

C8 CWTMOT history

C8 CWT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

C8 CWT grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,140 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 CWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 CWT was last recorded at 121,140 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Dec 2021: 114,556 miles, lower than 118,051 miles on 15 Dec 2020.

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
120,790 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
350 miles
Average per year
5,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,140 miles
  • 2024 – 120,790 miles
  • 2023 – 120,505 miles
  • 2021 – 114,563 miles
  • 2020 – 118,051 miles
  • 2019 – 107,128 miles
  • 2018 – 101,825 miles
  • 2017 – 96,867 miles
  • 2016 – 90,297 miles
  • 2015 – 82,694 miles
  • 2014 – 73,877 miles
  • 2013 – 63,633 miles
  • 2012 – 53,408 miles
  • 2011 – 42,953 miles
  • 2010 – 35,309 miles
  • 2009 – 24,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,140 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam front bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam front bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside rear sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,140 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,140 miles
    Test number
    475024298463
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam front bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam front bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded

  2. Fail121,140 miles (+350)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,140 miles
    Test number
    191948777708
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam front bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam front bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded

  3. Pass120,790 miles (+285)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    120,790 miles
    Test number
    575628226272
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded

  4. Pass120,505 miles (+1,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,505 miles
    Test number
    981945478973
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,210 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    119,210 miles
    Test number
    954374838995
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear sills corroded

  6. Fail119,195 miles (+4,632)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,195 miles
    Test number
    581385560667
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear sills corroded

  7. Pass114,563 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,563 miles
    Test number
    668004525400
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill corroded

  8. Fail114,556 miles (-3,495)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,556 miles
    Test number
    266167672106
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill corroded

  9. Pass118,051 miles (+10,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,051 miles
    Test number
    162547431867
    • AdvisorySlight blow from exhaust
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror/indicator damaged

  10. Pass107,128 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,128 miles
    Test number
    532983607588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail107,126 miles (+5,301)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,126 miles
    Test number
    614577415374
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass101,825 miles (+20)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,825 miles
    Test number
    680172244848
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Mobile device holder.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper cover insecure. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper cover insecure. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail101,805 miles (+4,938)10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,805 miles
    Test number
    610908300441
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Turning opaque. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Turning opaque. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Mobile device holder.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper cover insecure. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper cover insecure. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass96,867 miles (+6,570)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,867 miles
    Test number
    831245982479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass90,297 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,297 miles
    Test number
    728742156079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,202 miles (+7,508)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,202 miles
    Test number
    294125858080
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass82,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,694 miles
    Test number
    813284405315
    • AdvisoryO/side n/side front brake hoses deteriorated

  18. Fail82,694 miles (+8,817)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,694 miles
    Test number
    384246542240
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm twisted (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryO/side n/side front brake hoses deteriorated

  19. Pass73,877 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,877 miles
    Test number
    165019534217
    • NoteFront lower bumper has damage but not considered excessive

  20. Fail73,877 miles (+10,244)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,877 miles
    Test number
    378559734438
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteFront lower bumper has damage but not considered excessive

  21. Pass63,633 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,633 miles
    Test number
    466861343265
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail63,633 miles (+10,225)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,633 miles
    Test number
    415950443256
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass53,408 miles (+10,455)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,408 miles
    Test number
    136167542249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding

  24. Fail42,953 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,953 miles
    Test number
    186101261118
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass42,953 miles (+7,644)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,953 miles
    Test number
    527311061183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,309 miles (+10,517)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,309 miles
    Test number
    180682260166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,792 miles
    Test number
    993197659042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 CWT

Does C8 CWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 CWT is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 CWT?
The MOT on C8 CWT is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 CWT done?
C8 CWT was recorded at 121,140 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,734 miles a year.
Has C8 CWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 CWT has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 CWT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C8 CWT find?
C8 CWT passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts; nearside rear axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam front bush; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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