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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2018 · 999 cc

K21 RBNMOT history

K21 RBN is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Nov 2018. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 58,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

K21 RBN white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,291 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 RBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
23 Nov 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 RBN was last recorded at 58,291 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 4,336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,955 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,336 miles
Average per year
3,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,291 miles
  • 2025 – 53,955 miles
  • 2024 – 50,707 miles
  • 2023 – 46,705 miles
  • 2022 – 43,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,291 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 9 Jun 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,291 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,291 miles
    Test number
    209870650412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
  2. Fail58,291 miles (+4,336)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,291 miles
    Test number
    251718218559
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
  3. Pass53,955 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    53,955 miles
    Test number
    367583489647
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Fail53,950 miles (+3,243)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,950 miles
    Test number
    289721090729
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass50,707 miles (+4,002)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,707 miles
    Test number
    281861981174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass46,705 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,705 miles
    Test number
    320746007982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail46,705 miles (+3,558)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,705 miles
    Test number
    209160065322
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass43,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    43,147 miles
    Test number
    263966924892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K21 RBN

Does K21 RBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 RBN is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 RBN?
The MOT on K21 RBN is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 RBN done?
K21 RBN was recorded at 58,291 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 3,620 miles a year.
Has K21 RBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 RBN has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K21 RBN 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 K21 RBN find?
K21 RBN passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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