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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,197 cc

K18 AKRMOT history

K18 AKR is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Aug 2017. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 51,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

K18 AKR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
51,916 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 AKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Aug 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 AKR was last recorded at 51,916 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 16,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
35,070 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
16,846 miles
Average per year
7,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,916 miles
  • 2025 – 35,070 miles
  • 2024 – 26,559 miles
  • 2023 – 24,153 miles
  • 2022 – 18,273 miles
  • 2021 – 11,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,916 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTPMS light indicates pressures lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 12 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,916 miles (+16,846)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    51,916 miles
    Test number
    226666993669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light indicates pressures low
  2. Pass35,070 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    35,070 miles
    Test number
    368745218387
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s on out sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light indicates pressures low
  3. Fail35,070 miles (+8,511)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,070 miles
    Test number
    664477404116
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s on out sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light indicates pressures low
  4. Pass26,559 miles (+2,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    26,559 miles
    Test number
    712891949763
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass24,153 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    24,153 miles
    Test number
    537052570464
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail24,153 miles (+5,880)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,153 miles
    Test number
    647344638687
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass18,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    18,273 miles
    Test number
    631462537225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail18,272 miles (+6,444)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,272 miles
    Test number
    440198242622
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass11,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    11,828 miles
    Test number
    496942303938
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about K18 AKR

Does K18 AKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 AKR is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 AKR?
The MOT on K18 AKR is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 AKR done?
K18 AKR was recorded at 51,916 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 7,997 miles a year.
Has K18 AKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 AKR has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on K18 AKR 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 K18 AKR find?
K18 AKR passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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