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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

S17 HVLMOT history

S17 HVL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 108,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

S17 HVL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
108,909 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 HVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 HVL was last recorded at 108,909 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,907 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,909 miles
  • 2025 – 102,631 miles
  • 2024 – 98,817 miles
  • 2023 – 92,376 miles
  • 2022 – 85,438 miles
  • 2021 – 77,042 miles
  • 2020 – 70,321 miles
  • 2019 – 55,913 miles
  • 2017 – 44,269 miles
  • 2015 – 25,633 miles
  • 2014 – 17,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,909 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.

  • Offside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and nearside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,909 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    108,909 miles
    Test number
    397314775374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,907 miles (+6,276)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,907 miles
    Test number
    210454777597
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass102,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    102,631 miles
    Test number
    993457655591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail102,631 miles (+3,814)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,631 miles
    Test number
    658169821323
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass98,817 miles (+6,441)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,817 miles
    Test number
    482794377463
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and nearside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside front anti-roll bar linkage dust cover deteriorating
  6. Pass92,376 miles (+6,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,376 miles
    Test number
    677894437283
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight reserve travel
  7. Pass85,438 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,438 miles
    Test number
    556757882375
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and nearside front (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail85,438 miles (+8,396)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,438 miles
    Test number
    672477275018
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and nearside front (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass77,042 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,042 miles
    Test number
    983246528953
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise replacement (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise replacement (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryProtective shields fitted underneath vehicle / preventing full inspection
  10. Fail77,041 miles (+6,720)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,041 miles
    Test number
    761581234180
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel possible air in system / advise full brake inspection (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper drop link rubber boot failed (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise replacement (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door lock fault / advise replacement
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive requires further investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise replacement (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear windscreen wiper inoperative
    • AdvisoryProtective shields fitted underneath vehicle / preventing full inspection
  11. Pass70,321 miles (+14,408)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,321 miles
    Test number
    609759636869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,913 miles (+1,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,913 miles
    Test number
    547811597751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Fail54,621 miles (+10,352)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,621 miles
    Test number
    305017808790
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers/Under Trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder Body, Chassis, Brake and Suspension Components Corroded
  14. Pass44,269 miles (+10,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    44,269 miles
    Test number
    392439837031
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracking
  15. Pass33,735 miles (+8,102)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    33,735 miles
    Test number
    488170979403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,633 miles (+5,775)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    25,633 miles
    Test number
    908087712495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,858 miles (+2,415)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    19,858 miles
    Test number
    109669205062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    17,443 miles
    Test number
    896364824079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 HVL

Does S17 HVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 HVL is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 HVL?
The MOT on S17 HVL is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 HVL done?
S17 HVL was recorded at 108,909 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 7,589 miles a year.
Has S17 HVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 HVL has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S17 HVL 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 S17 HVL find?
S17 HVL passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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