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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

S21 TOHMOT history

S21 TOH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 120,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

S21 TOH blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
120,425 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 TOH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 TOH was last recorded at 120,425 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 6,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Sept 2022: 82,962 miles, lower than 84,847 miles on 23 Nov 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
114,351 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,074 miles
Average per year
9,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,425 miles
  • 2025 – 114,351 miles
  • 2024 – 107,734 miles
  • 2023 – 94,172 miles
  • 2022 – 83,021 miles
  • 2021 – 84,847 miles
  • 2020 – 74,249 miles
  • 2019 – 65,883 miles
  • 2018 – 54,612 miles
  • 2017 – 40,474 miles
  • 2016 – 24,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,425 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,425 miles (+6,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    120,425 miles
    Test number
    735785625817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass114,351 miles (+6,617)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    114,351 miles
    Test number
    435250421165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass107,734 miles (+13,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,734 miles
    Test number
    290315462361
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass94,172 miles (+11,151)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    94,172 miles
    Test number
    336929695918
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,021 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,021 miles
    Test number
    347911763001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail82,962 miles (-1,885)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,962 miles
    Test number
    929817202664
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass84,847 miles (+2,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    84,847 miles
    Test number
    810881463731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail82,847 miles (+8,598)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,847 miles
    Test number
    632219716221
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,249 miles (+8,366)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,249 miles
    Test number
    222467479722
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass65,883 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,883 miles
    Test number
    909520147508
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail65,884 miles (+11,272)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,884 miles
    Test number
    728988879189
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass54,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    817006238010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,612 miles (+14,138)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    538471516945
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass40,474 miles (+15,797)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    40,474 miles
    Test number
    212129441129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,677 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,677 miles
    Test number
    269124216102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on iner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail24,677 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,677 miles
    Test number
    170720167957
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on iner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S21 TOH

Does S21 TOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 TOH is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 TOH?
The MOT on S21 TOH is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 TOH done?
S21 TOH was recorded at 120,425 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 9,690 miles a year.
Has S21 TOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 TOH has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S21 TOH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Sept 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S21 TOH find?
S21 TOH passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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