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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

S103 KBVMOT history

S103 KBV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 248,624 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2026
Mileage
248,624 km
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
125,800 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S103 KBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S103 KBV was last recorded at 248,624 km on 24 Jun 2026, 137,078 km more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,546 km · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
137,078 km
Average per year
125,800 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 248,624 km
  • 2025 – 111,546 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail248,624 km
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Steering clunks when turned lock to lock

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail248,624 km (+137,078)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,624 km
    Test number
    159459292819
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass111,546 km (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    111,546 km
    Test number
    925257724883
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spare wheel well (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail111,544 km2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,544 km
    Test number
    964983004605
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spare wheel well (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass69,404 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,404 miles
    Test number
    914401722929
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's cracked between tread's
    • AdvisorySteering clunk's when turned .no play

  5. Fail69,404 miles (+1,301)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,404 miles
    Test number
    791337135290
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's cracked between tread's
    • AdvisorySteering clunk's when turned .no play

  6. Pass68,103 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,103 miles
    Test number
    550490976229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle corroded around shocker mounting area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock but no play detected

  7. Fail68,103 miles (+1,370)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,103 miles
    Test number
    814954921232
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle shocker mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle corroded around shocker mounting area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock but no play detected

  8. Pass66,733 miles (+924)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,733 miles
    Test number
    690488767162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded around shocker mounting areas
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock but no play detected

  9. Pass65,809 miles (+4,009)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,809 miles
    Test number
    638784527532
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle around shocker mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock but no play found

  10. Pass61,800 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,800 miles
    Test number
    951636861377
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracked
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock

  11. Fail61,800 miles (+3,922)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,800 miles
    Test number
    294622775923
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracked
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock

  12. Pass57,878 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,878 miles
    Test number
    437706600254
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake hoses are slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre has side wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear wheel bearings have minor play
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock

  13. Fail57,878 miles (+2,983)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,878 miles
    Test number
    873954358097
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm bush / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake hoses are slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre has side wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear wheel bearings have minor play
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock

  14. Pass54,895 miles (+2,021)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,895 miles
    Test number
    318395334582
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has minor side wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are slightly perished
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock

  15. Pass52,874 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,874 miles
    Test number
    368106824505
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi's slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail52,874 miles (+1,851)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,874 miles
    Test number
    297057689119
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi's slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering clunks when turned lock to lock
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass51,023 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,023 miles
    Test number
    559289985118
    • NoteSteering column noisy whan turning lock to lock

  18. Fail51,023 miles (+2,964)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,023 miles
    Test number
    575367985177
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSteering column noisy whan turning lock to lock

  19. Pass48,059 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,059 miles
    Test number
    119579094173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteSteering rack is noisy when turned lock to lock

  20. Fail48,059 miles (+5,093)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,059 miles
    Test number
    455919894165
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteSteering rack is noisy when turned lock to lock

  21. Pass42,966 miles (+6,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,966 miles
    Test number
    579713393140
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass36,794 miles (+2,597)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,794 miles
    Test number
    139168192198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  23. Pass34,197 miles (+3,178)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,197 miles
    Test number
    425709301274
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  24. Pass31,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,019 miles
    Test number
    604499500241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Fail31,009 miles (+3,739)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,009 miles
    Test number
    293009800245
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Pass27,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,270 miles
    Test number
    183731419278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail27,267 miles (+4,317)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,267 miles
    Test number
    643771319221
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  28. Fail22,950 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,950 miles
    Test number
    234950608296
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass22,950 miles (+4,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,950 miles
    Test number
    272760108290
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass18,594 miles (+2,396)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,594 miles
    Test number
    840071717290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass16,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,198 miles
    Test number
    603189006263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S103 KBV

Does S103 KBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S103 KBV expired on 29 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S103 KBV?
The MOT on S103 KBV expired on 29 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S103 KBV done?
S103 KBV was recorded at 248,624 km at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 125,800 km a year.
Has S103 KBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S103 KBV has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S103 KBV 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 S103 KBV find?
S103 KBV failed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 1 advisory: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor; offside outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, and 6 more.

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