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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,198 cc

S16 PHUMOT history

S16 PHU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 82,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

S16 PHU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
82,328 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 PHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
1 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 PHU was last recorded at 82,328 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,328 miles · 23 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,328 miles
  • 2024 – 76,959 miles
  • 2023 – 74,098 miles
  • 2022 – 70,874 miles
  • 2021 – 67,866 miles
  • 2020 – 62,921 miles
  • 2019 – 54,050 miles
  • 2018 – 43,313 miles
  • 2017 – 36,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,328 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    82,328 miles
    Test number
    336163482921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,328 miles (+5,369)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,328 miles
    Test number
    553242131183
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass76,959 miles (+2,861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,959 miles
    Test number
    882892469336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s
  4. Pass74,098 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    74,098 miles
    Test number
    578457967873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,874 miles
    Test number
    326749690527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,874 miles (+3,008)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,874 miles
    Test number
    979546927048
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  7. Pass67,866 miles (+4,945)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,866 miles
    Test number
    263688870589
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside and Nearside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges.
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Nearside and Offside rear (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass62,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    62,921 miles
    Test number
    366230506595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,921 miles (+8,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,921 miles
    Test number
    399919834351
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass54,050 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,050 miles
    Test number
    633378367431
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail54,050 miles (+10,737)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,050 miles
    Test number
    682048889917
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass43,313 miles (+7,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    43,313 miles
    Test number
    199770194128
    • AdvisoryItems removed from windscreen prior to test
  13. Pass36,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,144 miles
    Test number
    309450264317
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S16 PHU

Does S16 PHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 PHU is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 PHU?
The MOT on S16 PHU is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 PHU done?
S16 PHU was recorded at 82,328 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 5,113 miles a year.
Has S16 PHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 PHU has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 PHU 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 S16 PHU find?
S16 PHU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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