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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

DNW 245MOT history

DNW 245 is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

DNW 245 blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,508 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DNW 245
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DNW 245 was last recorded at 138,508 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 7,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,036 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,472 miles
Average per year
5,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,508 miles
  • 2025 – 131,036 miles
  • 2024 – 120,562 miles
  • 2023 – 107,278 miles
  • 2022 – 96,873 miles
  • 2021 – 83,935 miles
  • 2018 – 80,165 miles
  • 2017 – 77,706 miles
  • 2016 – 74,480 miles
  • 2015 – 70,082 miles
  • 2014 – 65,777 miles
  • 2013 – 61,336 miles
  • 2012 – 57,837 miles
  • 2011 – 53,395 miles
  • 2010 – 48,390 miles
  • 2009 – 43,697 miles
  • 2008 – 37,229 miles
  • 2007 – 31,266 miles
  • 2006 – 23,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,508 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,508 miles
    Test number
    384401644712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail138,508 miles (+7,472)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,508 miles
    Test number
    792961526098
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass131,036 miles (+10,474)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    131,036 miles
    Test number
    684564201145
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded

  4. Pass120,562 miles (+13,284)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    120,562 miles
    Test number
    760346289395
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass107,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    107,278 miles
    Test number
    368330651313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail107,276 miles (+10,403)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,276 miles
    Test number
    306673879236
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  7. Pass96,873 miles (+12,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,873 miles
    Test number
    570446776361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass83,935 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,935 miles
    Test number
    395280187579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted cocealing front to rear brake pipes

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    417887433892
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  10. Pass80,165 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,165 miles
    Test number
    202812161298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,160 miles (+2,454)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,160 miles
    Test number
    217825839326
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  12. Pass77,706 miles (+3,226)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    652544034298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,480 miles (+4,398)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,480 miles
    Test number
    892115309114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,082 miles (+4,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,082 miles
    Test number
    669378925113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  15. Pass65,777 miles (+4,441)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,777 miles
    Test number
    856589634149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,336 miles (+3,499)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,336 miles
    Test number
    518832143186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,837 miles (+4,442)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    587002952134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,395 miles (+5,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,395 miles
    Test number
    816052051147
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass48,390 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,390 miles
    Test number
    833094050172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,697 miles (+6,468)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    43,697 miles
    Test number
    400375759147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,229 miles (+5,963)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,229 miles
    Test number
    481686158199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,266 miles (+8,103)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,266 miles
    Test number
    273784367412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,163 miles
    Test number
    552583566126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DNW 245

What vehicle is registration DNW 245 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DNW 245 on a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jun 2003. 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 DNW 245 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DNW 245 is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on DNW 245?
The MOT on DNW 245 is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DNW 245 done?
DNW 245 was recorded at 138,508 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 5,694 miles a year.
Has DNW 245 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DNW 245 has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on DNW 245 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 DNW 245 find?
DNW 245 passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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