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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2015 · 1,197 cc

K40 UANMOT history

K40 UAN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 163,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

K40 UAN grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
163,905 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 UAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
25 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 UAN was last recorded at 163,905 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 13,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,878 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,027 miles
Average per year
14,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,905 miles
  • 2025 – 150,878 miles
  • 2024 – 138,297 miles
  • 2023 – 122,914 miles
  • 2022 – 108,471 miles
  • 2021 – 95,283 miles
  • 2019 – 69,372 miles
  • 2018 – 46,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,905 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive suspect oil filter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front day time running lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 14 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,905 miles (+13,027)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    163,905 miles
    Test number
    481111549347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,878 miles (+70)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    150,878 miles
    Test number
    757637458499
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive suspect oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail150,808 miles (+12,511)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,808 miles
    Test number
    139492819460
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive suspect oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass138,297 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,297 miles
    Test number
    186609478148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail138,297 miles (+15,383)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,297 miles
    Test number
    317055856329
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass122,914 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    122,914 miles
    Test number
    492087787798
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail122,914 miles (+14,443)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,914 miles
    Test number
    636992910753
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass108,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    108,471 miles
    Test number
    844457507969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front day time running lamp not working
  9. Fail108,471 miles (+13,188)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,471 miles
    Test number
    528711074920
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front day time running lamp not working
  10. Pass95,283 miles (+25,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,283 miles
    Test number
    973389577082
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass69,372 miles (+22,602)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,372 miles
    Test number
    761390168537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,770 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,770 miles
    Test number
    346196305355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about K40 UAN

Does K40 UAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 UAN is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 UAN?
The MOT on K40 UAN is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 UAN done?
K40 UAN was recorded at 163,905 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 14,228 miles a year.
Has K40 UAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 UAN has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K40 UAN 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 K40 UAN find?
K40 UAN passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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