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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,390 cc

R95 AAFMOT history

R95 AAF is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 67,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
67,820 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R95 AAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R95 AAF was last recorded at 67,820 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,818 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,820 miles
  • 2025 – 67,026 miles
  • 2024 – 66,095 miles
  • 2023 – 65,491 miles
  • 2022 – 64,941 miles
  • 2021 – 63,830 miles
  • 2020 – 62,375 miles
  • 2019 – 55,030 miles
  • 2018 – 53,415 miles
  • 2017 – 51,883 miles
  • 2016 – 51,696 miles
  • 2015 – 51,015 miles
  • 2014 – 50,656 miles
  • 2013 – 49,897 miles
  • 2012 – 48,907 miles
  • 2011 – 48,205 miles
  • 2010 – 46,010 miles
  • 2009 – 41,839 miles
  • 2008 – 36,378 miles
  • 2007 – 35,068 miles
  • 2006 – 34,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,820 miles
  • DangerousSteering wheel cover fitted /looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loose (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inners corroded /reduced pad contact area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material dirty/ suspect corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damageRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating / almost fail (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded serious corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront suspension / arms /brakes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear axel beam rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,820 miles (+2)1 dangerous1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    67,820 miles
    Test number
    327558574860
    • DangerousSteering wheel cover fitted /loose
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loose (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inners corroded /reduced pad contact area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material dirty/ suspect corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating / almost fail (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded serious corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension / arms /brakes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  2. Fail67,818 miles (+792)1 dangerous3 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,818 miles
    Test number
    900836980911
    • DangerousSteering wheel cover fitted /loose
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged worn (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable damaged worn (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loose (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inners corroded /reduced pad contact area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material dirty/ suspect corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating / almost fail (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material dirty suspect corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded serious corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension / arms /brakes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  3. Pass67,026 miles (+931)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,026 miles
    Test number
    688338392242
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension components /brakes corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension /brakes corrosion

  4. Pass66,095 miles (+604)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,095 miles
    Test number
    641681288280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox wet with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate Airbag (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass65,491 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,491 miles
    Test number
    481967419539
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both hand brake cables starting to bunch (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail65,491 miles (+550)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,491 miles
    Test number
    442854858194
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Stuck behind seat (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both hand brake cables starting to bunch (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass64,941 miles (+1,111)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    64,941 miles
    Test number
    672140866901
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Both handbrake cables starting to bunch (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass63,830 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    63,830 miles
    Test number
    455423580448
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n s f and o s f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n s r boot hinge area

  9. Fail63,830 miles (+1,455)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,830 miles
    Test number
    549294278765
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n s f and o s f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n s r boot hinge area

  10. Pass62,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,375 miles
    Test number
    260806835927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    969178218610
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryRear axel beam rusty

  12. Pass55,030 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,030 miles
    Test number
    116530265263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,415 miles (+1,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,415 miles
    Test number
    383126661329
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass51,883 miles (+187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,883 miles
    Test number
    766866331684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear axel beam rusty

  15. Pass51,696 miles (+681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,696 miles
    Test number
    129213611206
    • AdvisoryFront lower arms rusty

  16. Pass51,015 miles (+359)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,015 miles
    Test number
    509341425007
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass50,656 miles (+759)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,656 miles
    Test number
    835656504086
    • NoteCut in outer edge n s f tyre

  18. Pass49,897 miles (+990)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,897 miles
    Test number
    966618603034
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

  19. Pass48,907 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    48,907 miles
    Test number
    679960612084
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

  20. Fail48,902 miles (+697)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,902 miles
    Test number
    825219802085
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

  21. Pass48,205 miles (+2,195)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,205 miles
    Test number
    345325021078
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

  22. Pass46,010 miles (+4,171)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,010 miles
    Test number
    140486100004
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly delaminated
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall has cuts but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

  23. Pass41,839 miles (+5,461)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,839 miles
    Test number
    304661929046
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  24. Pass36,378 miles (+1,310)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,378 miles
    Test number
    584455418084
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  25. Pass35,068 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,068 miles
    Test number
    664511917064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    34,033 miles
    Test number
    880803326086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R95 AAF

Does R95 AAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R95 AAF is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R95 AAF?
The MOT on R95 AAF is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R95 AAF done?
R95 AAF was recorded at 67,820 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 1,686 miles a year.
Has R95 AAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R95 AAF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on R95 AAF 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 R95 AAF find?
R95 AAF passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 minor defect and 15 advisories: steering wheel cover fitted /loose; nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loose; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inners corroded /reduced pad contact area, and 14 more.

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