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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

S15 SLXMOT history

S15 SLX is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 14 MOT tests, with 83,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

S15 SLX white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,495 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
7 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 SLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 SLX was last recorded at 83,495 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 7,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,781 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,714 miles
Average per year
5,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,495 miles
  • 2025 – 75,781 miles
  • 2024 – 66,120 miles
  • 2023 – 51,578 miles
  • 2022 – 48,793 miles
  • 2021 – 42,701 miles
  • 2020 – 39,183 miles
  • 2019 – 35,455 miles
  • 2017 – 29,182 miles
  • 2016 – 28,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,495 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both top mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front tyre has cuts on outer wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on inner treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,495 miles (+7,714)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,495 miles
    Test number
    511223093420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,781 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,781 miles
    Test number
    303214804986
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Fail75,769 miles (+9,649)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,769 miles
    Test number
    801728027955
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass66,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,120 miles
    Test number
    518542873481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail66,120 miles (+14,542)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,120 miles
    Test number
    666159359695
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass51,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    51,578 miles
    Test number
    919275331408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail51,578 miles (+2,785)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,578 miles
    Test number
    236556391244
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass48,793 miles (+6,092)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,793 miles
    Test number
    212380135957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,701 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    42,701 miles
    Test number
    532630706239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,183 miles (+3,728)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,183 miles
    Test number
    419709348155
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
  11. Fail35,455 miles (+6,273)6 major2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,455 miles
    Test number
    117426526862
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass29,182 miles (+54)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    29,182 miles
    Test number
    285186216159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cuts on outer wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner treads
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cuts on outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner & outer treads
  13. Fail29,128 miles (+1,055)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,128 miles
    Test number
    774153298950
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sticker (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cuts on outer wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner treads
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cuts on outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner & outer treads
  14. Fail28,073 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,073 miles
    Test number
    277128563744
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S15 SLX

Does S15 SLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 SLX is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S15 SLX?
The MOT on S15 SLX is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 SLX done?
S15 SLX was recorded at 83,495 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 5,636 miles a year.
Has S15 SLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 SLX has failed 7 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S15 SLX 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 S15 SLX find?
S15 SLX passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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