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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

S26 WBYMOT history

S26 WBY is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 90,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

S26 WBY red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,286 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 WBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
16 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 WBY was last recorded at 90,286 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 4,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,271 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,015 miles
Average per year
6,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,286 miles
  • 2025 – 86,271 miles
  • 2024 – 77,660 miles
  • 2023 – 67,935 miles
  • 2022 – 62,185 miles
  • 2021 – 57,007 miles
  • 2020 – 53,508 miles
  • 2019 – 48,527 miles
  • 2018 – 40,749 miles
  • 2017 – 32,060 miles
  • 2016 – 23,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,286 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,286 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,286 miles
    Test number
    119124219640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    86,271 miles
    Test number
    413665210864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail86,271 miles (+8,611)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,271 miles
    Test number
    141046976565
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low Adjuster inop (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low Adjuster inop (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass77,660 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    77,660 miles
    Test number
    810726140142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail77,657 miles (+9,722)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,657 miles
    Test number
    417730704948
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass67,935 miles (+5,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,935 miles
    Test number
    773711599069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass62,185 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,185 miles
    Test number
    155027950701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded
  8. Fail62,185 miles (+5,178)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,185 miles
    Test number
    377560219992
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded
  9. Pass57,007 miles (+3,499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    57,007 miles
    Test number
    553724364452
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass53,508 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,508 miles
    Test number
    430045705183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,527 miles (+7,778)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,527 miles
    Test number
    323111260573
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to rear o/s seat
  12. Pass40,749 miles (+8,689)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,749 miles
    Test number
    198020316235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,060 miles (+8,508)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,060 miles
    Test number
    932128451472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    23,552 miles
    Test number
    470327562549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 WBY

Does S26 WBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 WBY is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 WBY?
The MOT on S26 WBY is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 WBY done?
S26 WBY was recorded at 90,286 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 6,704 miles a year.
Has S26 WBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 WBY has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S26 WBY 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 S26 WBY find?
S26 WBY passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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