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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

K18 LUBMOT history

K18 LUB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 29,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

K18 LUB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
29,915 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 LUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 LUB was last recorded at 29,915 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,915 miles · 10 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,915 miles
  • 2025 – 24,818 miles
  • 2024 – 21,033 miles
  • 2023 – 20,952 miles
  • 2022 – 20,413 miles
  • 2021 – 19,840 miles
  • 2020 – 19,284 miles
  • 2019 – 18,694 miles
  • 2018 – 18,118 miles
  • 2017 – 17,460 miles
  • 2016 – 16,365 miles
  • 2015 – 15,401 miles
  • 2014 – 13,809 miles
  • 2013 – 12,688 miles
  • 2012 – 11,221 miles
  • 2011 – 9,771 miles
  • 2010 – 7,790 miles
  • 2009 – 5,983 miles
  • 2008 – 4,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,915 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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    29,915 miles
    Test number
    297255460219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail29,915 miles (+5,097)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,915 miles
    Test number
    867961363737
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass24,818 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    24,818 miles
    Test number
    713066226423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail24,817 miles (+3,784)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,817 miles
    Test number
    500838076737
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass21,033 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    21,033 miles
    Test number
    609167814767
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass20,952 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    20,952 miles
    Test number
    619251100759
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Fail20,952 miles (+539)1 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,952 miles
    Test number
    920584292931
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass20,413 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    20,413 miles
    Test number
    730080900999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,840 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    19,840 miles
    Test number
    475656140916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass19,284 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    19,284 miles
    Test number
    733596072271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,694 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    18,694 miles
    Test number
    602084948656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,118 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    18,118 miles
    Test number
    420592729035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    17,460 miles
    Test number
    186231101142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail17,460 miles (+1,095)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,460 miles
    Test number
    666130040532
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass16,365 miles (+964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    16,365 miles
    Test number
    401500531867
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail15,401 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,401 miles
    Test number
    147523405184
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass15,401 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    15,401 miles
    Test number
    216203205177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,809 miles (+1,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    13,809 miles
    Test number
    667873694026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass12,688 miles (+1,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    12,688 miles
    Test number
    117939693039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass11,221 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    11,221 miles
    Test number
    198897982030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,771 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    9,771 miles
    Test number
    108425791043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass7,790 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    7,790 miles
    Test number
    992398790059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail5,983 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,983 miles
    Test number
    552322299027
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass5,983 miles (+1,310)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    5,983 miles
    Test number
    744212999061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,673 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    4,673 miles
    Test number
    380831208155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Fail4,673 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,673 miles
    Test number
    673781308106
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about K18 LUB

Does K18 LUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 LUB is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 LUB?
The MOT on K18 LUB is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 LUB done?
K18 LUB was recorded at 29,915 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 1,383 miles a year.
Has K18 LUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 LUB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 LUB 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 LUB find?
K18 LUB passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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