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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 999 cc

K88 NGUMOT history

K88 NGU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Jan 2015. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 104,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

K88 NGU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
104,276 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 NGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
14 Jan 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 NGU was last recorded at 104,276 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 61,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Mar 2025: 42,772 miles, lower than 95,609 miles on 17 Feb 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
42,772 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
61,504 miles
Average per year
8,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,276 miles
  • 2025 – 42,772 miles
  • 2024 – 88,127 miles
  • 2023 – 78,242 miles
  • 2022 – 65,178 miles
  • 2021 – 60,227 miles
  • 2020 – 53,514 miles
  • 2019 – 46,853 miles
  • 2018 – 37,807 miles
  • 2017 – 29,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,276 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,276 miles (+61,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    104,276 miles
    Test number
    381565424899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively offside rear (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass42,772 miles (-52,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    507233047218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake on maximum limit
  3. Fail95,609 miles (+7,482)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,609 miles
    Test number
    876796775279
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass88,127 miles (+2,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    88,127 miles
    Test number
    856603772260
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail86,028 miles (+7,786)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,028 miles
    Test number
    736819048116
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass78,242 miles (+13,064)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,242 miles
    Test number
    772608517755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,178 miles (+4,951)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,178 miles
    Test number
    756555786590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush un bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine, under trays and floor covers fitted
  8. Pass60,227 miles (+6,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    737840934362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass53,514 miles (+6,661)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,514 miles
    Test number
    982597957450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, preventing a full inspection
  10. Pass46,853 miles (+9,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    46,853 miles
    Test number
    151583200391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass37,807 miles (+8,468)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    37,807 miles
    Test number
    719672190554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,339 miles
    Test number
    909240516433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 NGU

Does K88 NGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 NGU is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 NGU?
The MOT on K88 NGU is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 NGU done?
K88 NGU was recorded at 104,276 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 8,733 miles a year.
Has K88 NGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 NGU has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on K88 NGU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K88 NGU find?
K88 NGU passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively offside rear.

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