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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

S21 LAWMOT history

S21 LAW is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 100,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

S21 LAW white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
100,331 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 LAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
17 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 LAW was last recorded at 100,331 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,308 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
9,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,331 miles
  • 2025 – 85,704 miles
  • 2024 – 73,572 miles
  • 2023 – 65,085 miles
  • 2022 – 54,666 miles
  • 2021 – 44,826 miles
  • 2020 – 37,923 miles
  • 2019 – 31,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,331 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 7 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,331 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    100,331 miles
    Test number
    203317440248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail100,308 miles (+14,604)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    889631553011
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass85,704 miles (+12,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,704 miles
    Test number
    219672490343
    • AdvisoryService Light: On
  4. Pass73,572 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    73,572 miles
    Test number
    513060090369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail73,572 miles (+8,487)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,572 miles
    Test number
    167233971036
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass65,085 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,085 miles
    Test number
    600072001330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail65,084 miles (+10,418)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,084 miles
    Test number
    551545234745
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure heavily worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure heavily worn on edge. 215/45r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass54,666 miles (+9,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    54,666 miles
    Test number
    682639682424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass44,826 miles (+6,903)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    44,826 miles
    Test number
    840465060616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass37,923 miles (+6,134)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    37,923 miles
    Test number
    365600034207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,789 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,789 miles
    Test number
    485431165957
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about S21 LAW

Does S21 LAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 LAW is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 LAW?
The MOT on S21 LAW is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 LAW done?
S21 LAW was recorded at 100,331 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 9,958 miles a year.
Has S21 LAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 LAW has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 LAW 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 S21 LAW find?
S21 LAW passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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