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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

K50 MWBMOT history

K50 MWB is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

K50 MWB red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,904 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K50 MWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K50 MWB was last recorded at 78,904 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,871 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
4,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,904 miles
  • 2025 – 75,446 miles
  • 2024 – 70,340 miles
  • 2023 – 67,980 miles
  • 2022 – 65,871 miles
  • 2021 – 63,790 miles
  • 2020 – 61,333 miles
  • 2019 – 59,116 miles
  • 2018 – 54,934 miles
  • 2017 – 51,610 miles
  • 2016 – 46,321 miles
  • 2015 – 40,056 miles
  • 2014 – 34,627 miles
  • 2013 – 29,615 miles
  • 2012 – 24,030 miles
  • 2011 – 18,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,904 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021

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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,904 miles (+33)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,904 miles
    Test number
    170853402954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail78,871 miles (+3,425)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,871 miles
    Test number
    569507241199
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass75,446 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,446 miles
    Test number
    143092907063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail75,371 miles (+5,031)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,371 miles
    Test number
    806743379496
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass70,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    70,340 miles
    Test number
    971055850327
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail70,340 miles (+2,360)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,340 miles
    Test number
    242188849011
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass67,980 miles (+2,109)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,980 miles
    Test number
    415711863880
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass65,871 miles (+2,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,871 miles
    Test number
    656274286987
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass63,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,790 miles
    Test number
    821045446233
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail63,790 miles (+2,457)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,790 miles
    Test number
    346708583905
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle front brakes pull to nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass61,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,333 miles
    Test number
    446774752466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,333 miles (+2,217)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,333 miles
    Test number
    487777178006
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass59,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,116 miles
    Test number
    833285644210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,116 miles (+4,182)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,116 miles
    Test number
    849229520713
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass54,934 miles (+3,324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    236632635976
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort on offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  16. Pass51,610 miles (+5,289)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,610 miles
    Test number
    268609913761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,321 miles (+6,265)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    46,321 miles
    Test number
    878467265481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,056 miles (+5,429)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,056 miles
    Test number
    584353484837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,627 miles (+5,012)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,627 miles
    Test number
    735406284290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail29,615 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,615 miles
    Test number
    495519483251
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,615 miles (+5,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    29,615 miles
    Test number
    718319183269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass24,030 miles (+5,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,030 miles
    Test number
    996539382268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass18,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    18,411 miles
    Test number
    185256681257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K50 MWB

Does K50 MWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K50 MWB is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K50 MWB?
The MOT on K50 MWB is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K50 MWB done?
K50 MWB was recorded at 78,904 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 4,072 miles a year.
Has K50 MWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K50 MWB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K50 MWB 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 K50 MWB find?
K50 MWB passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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