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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2019 · 999 cc

K8 BTRMOT history

K8 BTR is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jan 2019. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 40,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

K8 BTR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
40,362 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 BTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
10 Jan 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 BTR was last recorded at 40,362 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 6,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,438 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,924 miles
Average per year
4,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,362 miles
  • 2024 – 33,438 miles
  • 2023 – 30,076 miles
  • 2022 – 26,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,362 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

6 tests since 2 Jan 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,362 miles (+6,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    40,362 miles
    Test number
    856443266374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass33,438 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    33,438 miles
    Test number
    321755254541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  3. Fail33,433 miles (+3,357)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,433 miles
    Test number
    626665321548
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Pass30,076 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    30,076 miles
    Test number
    372947873929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass26,636 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    26,636 miles
    Test number
    622972380296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass23,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    23,450 miles
    Test number
    492875796186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 BTR

Does K8 BTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 BTR is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 BTR?
The MOT on K8 BTR is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 BTR done?
K8 BTR was recorded at 40,362 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 4,216 miles a year.
Has K8 BTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 BTR has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on K8 BTR 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 K8 BTR find?
K8 BTR passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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