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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

R50 DAOMOT history

R50 DAO is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 141,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

R50 DAO white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,362 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R50 DAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R50 DAO was last recorded at 141,362 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,358 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
9,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,362 miles
  • 2023 – 127,573 miles
  • 2022 – 112,722 miles
  • 2020 – 108,071 miles
  • 2019 – 101,375 miles
  • 2018 – 82,276 miles
  • 2017 – 51,113 miles
  • 2016 – 42,204 miles
  • 2015 – 33,513 miles
  • 2014 – 25,412 miles
  • 2013 – 17,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,362 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside an nearside perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe at mounting bracket, corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside wishbone rear bushes are poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges, approx 3mm 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin is corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoot floor has surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder floor covers and engine undertrays are present preventing inspection of componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,362 miles (+4)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,362 miles
    Test number
    134896314344
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside an nearside perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe at mounting bracket, corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside wishbone rear bushes are poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges, approx 3mm 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin is corroded
    • AdvisoryBoot floor has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers and engine undertrays are present preventing inspection of components

  2. Fail141,358 miles (+6,296)1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,358 miles
    Test number
    843599082439
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside an nearside perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe at mounting bracket, corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside wishbone rear bushes are poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges, approx 3mm 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin is corroded
    • AdvisoryBoot floor has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers and engine undertrays are present preventing inspection of components

  3. Pass135,062 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    135,062 miles
    Test number
    271421367593
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill, Within 30cm of Suspension Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill, Within 30cm of Suspension Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Deteriorated

  4. Fail135,061 miles (+7,488)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,061 miles
    Test number
    201413516117
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop Link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill, Within 30cm of Suspension Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill, Within 30cm of Suspension Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Deteriorated

  5. Pass127,573 miles (+7,134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    127,573 miles
    Test number
    225256296917
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damage
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass120,439 miles (+7,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,439 miles
    Test number
    241482173792
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass112,722 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,722 miles
    Test number
    151092592657
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail112,720 miles (+4,649)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,720 miles
    Test number
    182291587623
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass108,071 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,071 miles
    Test number
    901432209505
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail108,070 miles (+6,695)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,070 miles
    Test number
    568969592070
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure Clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass101,375 miles (+19,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,375 miles
    Test number
    437621504844
    • AdvisoryBack box outer skin deterated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge

  12. Pass82,276 miles (+18,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,276 miles
    Test number
    634557317065
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass63,845 miles (+12,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,845 miles
    Test number
    465016246307
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass51,113 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,113 miles
    Test number
    227806658558
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail51,113 miles (+8,909)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,113 miles
    Test number
    964412077301
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,204 miles (+8,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,204 miles
    Test number
    429999838384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass33,513 miles (+8,101)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    33,513 miles
    Test number
    569919205064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,412 miles (+8,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    25,412 miles
    Test number
    738916014021
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass17,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    17,370 miles
    Test number
    316847403064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail17,370 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,370 miles
    Test number
    475997803042
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about R50 DAO

Does R50 DAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R50 DAO is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R50 DAO?
The MOT on R50 DAO is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R50 DAO done?
R50 DAO was recorded at 141,362 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 9,579 miles a year.
Has R50 DAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R50 DAO has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R50 DAO 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 R50 DAO find?
R50 DAO passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside an nearside perished; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe at mounting bracket, corroded and holed, and 10 more.

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