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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 1,043 cc

K87 MBPMOT history

K87 MBP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 150,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
150,480 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K87 MBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,043 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K87 MBP was last recorded at 150,480 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,311 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
169 miles
Average per year
3,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,480 miles
  • 2025 – 150,311 miles
  • 2023 – 149,150 miles
  • 2022 – 148,095 miles
  • 2021 – 141,981 miles
  • 2020 – 135,486 miles
  • 2019 – 129,774 miles
  • 2015 – 127,995 miles
  • 2014 – 117,718 miles
  • 2013 – 105,160 miles
  • 2012 – 96,328 miles
  • 2011 – 93,988 miles
  • 2010 – 87,391 miles
  • 2009 – 82,299 miles
  • 2008 – 78,324 miles
  • 2007 – 76,142 miles
  • 2006 – 73,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,480 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside outersill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,480 miles (+169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    150,480 miles
    Test number
    576568131554
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,311 miles (+1,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    150,311 miles
    Test number
    240646987363
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass149,150 miles (+1,055)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    149,150 miles
    Test number
    979421061218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,095 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    148,095 miles
    Test number
    685253005002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail148,090 miles (+6,109)3 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,090 miles
    Test number
    540533417336
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength off ands nearside outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    141,981 miles
    Test number
    854514001950
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail141,981 miles (+6,495)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,981 miles
    Test number
    186553183891
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass135,486 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    135,486 miles
    Test number
    546374136380
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outersill

  9. Fail135,486 miles (+5,712)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,486 miles
    Test number
    603790498723
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outersill

  10. Pass129,774 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    129,774 miles
    Test number
    706759700072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,995 miles (+10,277)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    127,995 miles
    Test number
    192225949164
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s & o/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear under vehicle body covered body filler.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r wheel arch has slightly corrosion.

  12. Pass117,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    117,718 miles
    Test number
    649844064188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,718 miles (+12,558)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,718 miles
    Test number
    866974164188
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass105,160 miles (+8,832)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,160 miles
    Test number
    278205773160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,328 miles (+2,340)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    96,328 miles
    Test number
    377728082147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,988 miles (+6,597)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    93,988 miles
    Test number
    896447651143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,391 miles (+5,092)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    87,391 miles
    Test number
    681728360193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,299 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,299 miles
    Test number
    290012869436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,324 miles (+2,182)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,324 miles
    Test number
    854218778163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,142 miles (+2,187)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,142 miles
    Test number
    394501277181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    73,955 miles
    Test number
    970302576122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K87 MBP

Does K87 MBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K87 MBP is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K87 MBP?
The MOT on K87 MBP is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K87 MBP done?
K87 MBP was recorded at 150,480 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 3,904 miles a year.
Has K87 MBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K87 MBP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on K87 MBP 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 K87 MBP find?
K87 MBP passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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