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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

S18 GPCMOT history

S18 GPC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 112,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

S18 GPC blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
112,379 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 GPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 GPC was last recorded at 112,379 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 12,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,534 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,845 miles
Average per year
9,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,379 miles
  • 2025 – 99,534 miles
  • 2024 – 89,054 miles
  • 2023 – 80,894 miles
  • 2022 – 71,397 miles
  • 2021 – 68,315 miles
  • 2020 – 55,195 miles
  • 2019 – 42,180 miles
  • 2018 – 32,977 miles
  • 2017 – 26,006 miles
  • 2016 – 22,513 miles
  • 2015 – 15,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,379 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    112,379 miles
    Test number
    996262238458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,379 miles (+12,845)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,379 miles
    Test number
    898549810220
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass99,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,534 miles
    Test number
    154433537166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail99,534 miles (+10,480)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,534 miles
    Test number
    898515728645
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass89,054 miles (+8,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,054 miles
    Test number
    250147517237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass80,894 miles (+9,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    80,894 miles
    Test number
    130674970409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve corroded (centre)
  7. Pass71,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    71,397 miles
    Test number
    728545787397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,397 miles (+3,082)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,397 miles
    Test number
    592711621165
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass68,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,315 miles
    Test number
    607246612167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail68,315 miles (+13,120)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,315 miles
    Test number
    902674047212
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass55,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    55,195 miles
    Test number
    718486541602
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Fail55,195 miles (+13,015)2 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,195 miles
    Test number
    431964965472
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn/split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass42,180 miles (+9,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,180 miles
    Test number
    542934037199
    • 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))
  14. Pass32,977 miles (+6,971)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    32,977 miles
    Test number
    199191232751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,006 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    26,006 miles
    Test number
    742626586967
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  16. Fail26,006 miles (+3,493)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,006 miles
    Test number
    357485830258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  17. Pass22,513 miles (+6,789)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    22,513 miles
    Test number
    736120539444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    15,724 miles
    Test number
    691334511638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 GPC

Does S18 GPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 GPC is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 GPC?
The MOT on S18 GPC is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 GPC done?
S18 GPC was recorded at 112,379 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 9,203 miles a year.
Has S18 GPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 GPC has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 GPC 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 S18 GPC find?
S18 GPC passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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