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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

S16 TLAMOT history

S16 TLA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 123,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

S16 TLA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
123,292 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 TLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 TLA was last recorded at 123,292 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 11,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,969 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,323 miles
Average per year
9,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,292 miles
  • 2024 – 111,969 miles
  • 2023 – 99,876 miles
  • 2022 – 81,736 miles
  • 2021 – 74,290 miles
  • 2020 – 69,006 miles
  • 2019 – 61,848 miles
  • 2018 – 52,759 miles
  • 2017 – 42,688 miles
  • 2016 – 31,785 miles
  • 2015 – 21,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,292 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    123,292 miles
    Test number
    950209799233
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail123,291 miles (+11,322)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,291 miles
    Test number
    216932783874
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass111,969 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,969 miles
    Test number
    350911159053
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail111,969 miles (+12,093)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,969 miles
    Test number
    493063450938
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid empty (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,876 miles
    Test number
    522618306447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,876 miles (+18,140)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,876 miles
    Test number
    739204884582
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass81,736 miles (+7,446)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,736 miles
    Test number
    304572873175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,290 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    74,290 miles
    Test number
    730476210949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,534 miles (+3,528)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,534 miles
    Test number
    490142922755
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective poor performance (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass69,006 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,006 miles
    Test number
    787681883444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail69,006 miles (+7,158)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,006 miles
    Test number
    342523004405
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass61,848 miles (+9,089)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    61,848 miles
    Test number
    570102598096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    52,759 miles
    Test number
    912616058103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,759 miles (+10,071)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,759 miles
    Test number
    851380617346
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass42,688 miles (+10,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    42,688 miles
    Test number
    513822154610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre nearly bald on outer edge

  16. Pass31,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    31,785 miles
    Test number
    817534081582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail31,785 miles (+9,823)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,785 miles
    Test number
    144865425872
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)

  18. Fail21,962 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,962 miles
    Test number
    118848935027
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass21,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    21,962 miles
    Test number
    277868735081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 TLA

Does S16 TLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 TLA is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S16 TLA?
The MOT on S16 TLA is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 TLA done?
S16 TLA was recorded at 123,292 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 9,344 miles a year.
Has S16 TLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 TLA has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S16 TLA 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 TLA find?
S16 TLA passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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