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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 999 cc

K18 AYWMOT history

K18 AYW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 54,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

K18 AYW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
54,382 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 AYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 AYW was last recorded at 54,382 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 3,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,277 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,105 miles
Average per year
5,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,382 miles
  • 2024 – 43,218 miles
  • 2023 – 37,811 miles
  • 2022 – 32,700 miles
  • 2021 – 26,636 miles
  • 2020 – 22,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,382 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge / 185/60/15h (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge / 185/60/15h (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,382 miles (+3,105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    54,382 miles
    Test number
    315995154693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge / 185/60/15h (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge / 185/60/15h (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  2. Pass51,277 miles (+8,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    51,277 miles
    Test number
    196637522610
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn brake lever loose (1.1.1 (b))

  3. Pass43,218 miles (+5,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    43,218 miles
    Test number
    741669672589
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake calliper slide dust covers missing
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber dust boot missing

  4. Pass37,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    37,811 miles
    Test number
    613528368804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail37,811 miles (+5,111)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,811 miles
    Test number
    702254620828
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass32,700 miles (+6,064)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    32,700 miles
    Test number
    922994715954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass26,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    26,636 miles
    Test number
    347714062518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail26,636 miles (+4,372)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,636 miles
    Test number
    874737258696
    • MajorBrake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass22,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    22,264 miles
    Test number
    401458220402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    580352937628
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about K18 AYW

Does K18 AYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 AYW is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K18 AYW?
The MOT on K18 AYW is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 AYW done?
K18 AYW was recorded at 54,382 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 5,967 miles a year.
Has K18 AYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 AYW has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
Has the mileage on K18 AYW 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 AYW find?
K18 AYW passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge / 185/60/15h; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge / 185/60/15h; parking brake lever worn, but not excessively.

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