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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

K33 ATLMOT history

K33 ATL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Aug 2010. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 87,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

K33 ATL grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
87,538 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K33 ATL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
27 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K33 ATL was last recorded at 87,538 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 13,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,527 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
13,011 miles
Average per year
4,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,538 miles
  • 2025 – 74,527 miles
  • 2024 – 65,704 miles
  • 2023 – 56,497 miles
  • 2022 – 55,696 miles
  • 2021 – 55,044 miles
  • 2020 – 52,278 miles
  • 2019 – 49,511 miles
  • 2018 – 47,135 miles
  • 2017 – 43,497 miles
  • 2016 – 38,156 miles
  • 2015 – 33,002 miles
  • 2014 – 27,713 miles
  • 2013 – 21,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail87,538 miles
  • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both side (5.3.2 (b))
  • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70R14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail87,538 miles (+13,011)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,538 miles
    Test number
    626649424834
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass74,527 miles (+76)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    74,527 miles
    Test number
    382832163695
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
  3. Fail74,451 miles (+8,747)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,451 miles
    Test number
    529874312111
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
  4. Pass65,704 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    65,704 miles
    Test number
    137298328373
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParing brake lever has little reserve travel
  5. Fail65,703 miles (+9,206)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,703 miles
    Test number
    824923937836
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParing brake lever has little reserve travel
  6. Pass56,497 miles (+801)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    56,497 miles
    Test number
    288946030204
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass55,696 miles (+652)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    55,696 miles
    Test number
    327894810729
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass55,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,044 miles
    Test number
    600400733034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,044 miles (+2,766)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,044 miles
    Test number
    783811234298
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass52,278 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,278 miles
    Test number
    622116788412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,511 miles (+2,376)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,511 miles
    Test number
    416554111488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,135 miles (+3,638)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    47,135 miles
    Test number
    795735141286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,497 miles
    Test number
    459981224383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,497 miles (+5,341)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,497 miles
    Test number
    225979112062
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  15. Pass38,156 miles (+5,154)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,156 miles
    Test number
    520992445510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,002 miles
    Test number
    128227019583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,002 miles (+5,289)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,002 miles
    Test number
    450547451076
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  18. Pass27,713 miles (+5,934)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    27,713 miles
    Test number
    977887364221
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres cracked
  19. Pass21,779 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,779 miles
    Test number
    386893933439
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about K33 ATL

Does K33 ATL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K33 ATL is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K33 ATL?
The MOT on K33 ATL is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K33 ATL done?
K33 ATL was recorded at 87,538 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 4,987 miles a year.
Has K33 ATL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K33 ATL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K33 ATL 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 K33 ATL find?
K33 ATL failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both side; front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side, and 2 more.

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