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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,390 cc

K18 RAUMOT history

K18 RAU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

K18 RAU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
74,036 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 RAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 RAU was last recorded at 74,036 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 3,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,236 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,800 miles
Average per year
5,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,036 miles
  • 2025 – 70,236 miles
  • 2024 – 66,168 miles
  • 2023 – 58,224 miles
  • 2022 – 54,211 miles
  • 2021 – 50,866 miles
  • 2020 – 48,165 miles
  • 2019 – 45,844 miles
  • 2018 – 38,399 miles
  • 2017 – 32,229 miles
  • 2016 – 26,750 miles
  • 2015 – 19,413 miles
  • 2014 – 14,881 miles
  • 2013 – 9,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,036 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.

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Perishing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,036 miles (+3,800)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    74,036 miles
    Test number
    918189363288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,236 miles (+4,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,236 miles
    Test number
    494006837205
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,168 miles (+7,944)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    66,168 miles
    Test number
    830944210814
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to O/S/R bumper
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre worn inner/outer tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass58,224 miles (+4,013)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    58,224 miles
    Test number
    593240192975
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S splitting from casings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass54,211 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    54,211 miles
    Test number
    744663984838
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail54,211 miles (+3,345)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,211 miles
    Test number
    269362241456
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass50,866 miles (+2,701)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    50,866 miles
    Test number
    878453760358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,165 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    48,165 miles
    Test number
    187100572201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,844 miles (+7,445)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,844 miles
    Test number
    394512360380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,399 miles (+6,170)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,399 miles
    Test number
    842960401295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    32,229 miles
    Test number
    536740620100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,229 miles (+5,479)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,229 miles
    Test number
    202745184629
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass26,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,750 miles
    Test number
    935142266880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail26,750 miles (+7,337)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,750 miles
    Test number
    461863340098
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass19,413 miles (+4,532)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    19,413 miles
    Test number
    696747395093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,881 miles (+5,484)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    14,881 miles
    Test number
    579062594085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    9,397 miles
    Test number
    308564393065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail9,397 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,397 miles
    Test number
    498804293007
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Questions about K18 RAU

Does K18 RAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 RAU is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 RAU?
The MOT on K18 RAU is valid until 27 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 RAU done?
K18 RAU was recorded at 74,036 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 5,014 miles a year.
Has K18 RAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 RAU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on K18 RAU 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 RAU find?
K18 RAU passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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