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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

S17 VBSMOT history

S17 VBS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 120,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

S17 VBS blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,002 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 VBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 VBS was last recorded at 120,002 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 2,971 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,031 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,971 miles
Average per year
5,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,002 miles
  • 2024 – 117,031 miles
  • 2023 – 111,851 miles
  • 2022 – 106,041 miles
  • 2021 – 102,345 miles
  • 2020 – 100,454 miles
  • 2019 – 93,213 miles
  • 2018 – 86,620 miles
  • 2017 – 78,422 miles
  • 2016 – 72,145 miles
  • 2015 – 67,605 miles
  • 2014 – 62,753 miles
  • 2013 – 57,566 miles
  • 2012 – 52,380 miles
  • 2011 – 49,330 miles
  • 2010 – 45,296 miles
  • 2009 – 40,272 miles
  • 2008 – 31,769 miles
  • 2007 – 22,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,002 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.

  • Rear exhaust back box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,002 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,002 miles
    Test number
    472951111319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,031 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,031 miles
    Test number
    280574761709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass111,851 miles (+5,810)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,851 miles
    Test number
    658047922740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,041 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,041 miles
    Test number
    432865304926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,345 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,345 miles
    Test number
    229519198332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,454 miles
    Test number
    688186045170
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

  7. Fail100,454 miles (+7,241)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,454 miles
    Test number
    273412608827
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

  8. Pass93,213 miles (+6,593)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,213 miles
    Test number
    327352264277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,620 miles
    Test number
    103860578905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,620 miles (+8,198)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,620 miles
    Test number
    679460565039
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam new bulb fitted (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass78,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,422 miles
    Test number
    314995735631
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded

  12. Fail78,422 miles (+6,277)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,422 miles
    Test number
    801603018641
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded

  13. Pass72,145 miles (+4,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,145 miles
    Test number
    697768510391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower rear bush starting to break away
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  14. Pass67,605 miles (+4,852)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,605 miles
    Test number
    258829055134
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  15. Pass62,753 miles (+5,187)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    387253664147
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  16. Pass57,566 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,566 miles
    Test number
    618032763185
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  17. Fail57,566 miles (+5,186)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,566 miles
    Test number
    976212863174
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  18. Pass52,380 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,380 miles
    Test number
    627390762170
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  19. Fail52,380 miles (+3,050)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,380 miles
    Test number
    737639052170
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • NoteRear indicators starting to go white

  20. Pass49,330 miles (+4,034)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,330 miles
    Test number
    717241571197
    • NoteBoth front tyres wesaring on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer surface corrosion

  21. Pass45,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,296 miles
    Test number
    841929650143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,295 miles (+5,023)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,295 miles
    Test number
    832969550146
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass40,272 miles (+8,503)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,272 miles
    Test number
    150231269146
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate

  24. Pass31,769 miles (+9,152)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,769 miles
    Test number
    430045668112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,617 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,617 miles
    Test number
    131872177108
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • 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)

  26. Pass22,617 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,617 miles
    Test number
    672562177157
    • 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)

Questions about S17 VBS

Does S17 VBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 VBS is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S17 VBS?
The MOT on S17 VBS is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 VBS done?
S17 VBS was recorded at 120,002 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 5,295 miles a year.
Has S17 VBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 VBS has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S17 VBS 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 VBS find?
S17 VBS passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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