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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

S112 SAVMOT history

S112 SAV is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 82,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2026
Mileage
82,297 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S112 SAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S112 SAV was last recorded at 82,297 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,294 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,297 miles
  • 2024 – 67,934 miles
  • 2023 – 53,422 miles
  • 2022 – 45,482 miles
  • 2021 – 38,453 miles
  • 2020 – 33,372 miles
  • 2019 – 26,296 miles
  • 2018 – 26,015 miles
  • 2017 – 25,660 miles
  • 2016 – 25,235 miles
  • 2015 – 24,675 miles
  • 2014 – 24,268 miles
  • 2013 – 23,770 miles
  • 2012 – 23,561 miles
  • 2011 – 22,360 miles
  • 2010 – 20,900 miles
  • 2009 – 19,245 miles
  • 2008 – 17,186 miles
  • 2007 – 15,471 miles
  • 2006 – 13,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,297 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes connected to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes separated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,297 miles (+3)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    82,297 miles
    Test number
    198263469158
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes connected to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,294 miles (+14,360)2 dangerous5 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,294 miles
    Test number
    813080220291
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached wishbones bush adrift (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached wishbone bush adrift (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in car floor pan due to excessive corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes connected to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass67,934 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    67,934 miles
    Test number
    129207414837
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged losing shape inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both very poor condition (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail67,934 miles (+14,512)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,934 miles
    Test number
    176836872558
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged losing shape inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both very poor condition (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake effort on minimum 50% limit

  5. Pass53,422 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    790425767773
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged losing shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail53,422 miles (+7,940)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    924656754040
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged losing shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake lag on max limit - 25%
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey

  7. Pass45,482 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    45,482 miles
    Test number
    913464741665
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread discolouring (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged losing shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge , on 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake lag - 22%
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated/discolouring (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play play in both bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOverall service brake effort close to minimum limit

  8. Fail45,482 miles (+63)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,482 miles
    Test number
    831588714582
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread discolouring (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged losing shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge , on 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake lag - 22%
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated/discolouring (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play play in both bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOverall service brake effort close to minimum limit

  9. Fail45,419 miles (+6,966)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,419 miles
    Test number
    851383919708
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass38,453 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    38,453 miles
    Test number
    444829409860
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail38,439 miles (+5,067)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,439 miles
    Test number
    923336781239
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass33,372 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    33,372 miles
    Test number
    266702561638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail33,345 miles (+7,049)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,345 miles
    Test number
    368512504738
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass26,296 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,296 miles
    Test number
    669477500198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    26,015 miles
    Test number
    274187887396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,015 miles (+355)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,015 miles
    Test number
    127745638407
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  17. Pass25,660 miles (+425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    25,660 miles
    Test number
    178642940661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s front and o/s rear tyres poor

  18. Pass25,235 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    25,235 miles
    Test number
    690024282252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail24,675 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,675 miles
    Test number
    308803305428
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass24,675 miles (+407)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,675 miles
    Test number
    627463905248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    24,268 miles
    Test number
    135348894122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,268 miles (+498)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,268 miles
    Test number
    939618194170
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

  23. Pass23,770 miles (+209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    23,770 miles
    Test number
    156696593189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass23,561 miles (+1,201)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    23,561 miles
    Test number
    426765202299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,360 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,360 miles
    Test number
    217185691437
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass22,360 miles (+1,460)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,360 miles
    Test number
    248995891498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,900 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,900 miles
    Test number
    494143100231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,245 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,245 miles
    Test number
    263374109272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,186 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,186 miles
    Test number
    653804308258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass15,471 miles (+1,850)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    15,471 miles
    Test number
    952557997143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass13,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,621 miles
    Test number
    733435606263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S112 SAV

Does S112 SAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S112 SAV expired on 9 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S112 SAV?
The MOT on S112 SAV expired on 9 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S112 SAV done?
S112 SAV was recorded at 82,297 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 3,608 miles a year.
Has S112 SAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S112 SAV has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S112 SAV 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 S112 SAV find?
S112 SAV passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes connected to steering rack; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 9 more.

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