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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,422 cc

S30 MVWMOT history

S30 MVW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 141,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

S30 MVW silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2026
Mileage
141,059 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 MVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S30 MVW was last recorded at 141,059 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 10,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,468 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,591 miles
Average per year
6,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,059 miles
  • 2025 – 130,468 miles
  • 2024 – 122,603 miles
  • 2023 – 121,671 miles
  • 2022 – 120,600 miles
  • 2021 – 116,388 miles
  • 2020 – 109,084 miles
  • 2019 – 96,962 miles
  • 2018 – 84,111 miles
  • 2017 – 73,379 miles
  • 2016 – 69,609 miles
  • 2015 – 61,540 miles
  • 2014 – 52,933 miles
  • 2013 – 45,205 miles
  • 2012 – 42,580 miles
  • 2011 – 34,745 miles
  • 2010 – 31,610 miles
  • 2009 – 27,800 miles
  • 2008 – 22,489 miles
  • 2007 – 17,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,059 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail141,059 miles (+10,591)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,059 miles
    Test number
    860309069982
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,468 miles
    Test number
    787472983306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail130,468 miles (+7,865)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,468 miles
    Test number
    528976516450
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass122,603 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    122,603 miles
    Test number
    170257746542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,671 miles (+1,071)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,671 miles
    Test number
    520155414719
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass120,600 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,600 miles
    Test number
    885257091757
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail120,573 miles (+4,185)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,573 miles
    Test number
    601461804800
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    116,388 miles
    Test number
    532233066071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail116,388 miles (+7,304)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,388 miles
    Test number
    662880893361
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (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))

  10. Pass109,084 miles (+12,122)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,084 miles
    Test number
    778520682373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,962 miles
    Test number
    820101371133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,962 miles (+12,851)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,962 miles
    Test number
    612944639275
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass84,111 miles (+10,732)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,111 miles
    Test number
    833266005636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,379 miles (+3,770)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,379 miles
    Test number
    903008453745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,609 miles
    Test number
    800918395586
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle bush split
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryTemp warning light on

  16. Fail69,606 miles (+8,066)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,606 miles
    Test number
    494589212042
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle bush split
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryTemp warning light on

  17. Pass61,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,540 miles
    Test number
    748011176962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,540 miles (+8,607)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,540 miles
    Test number
    751840128888
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass52,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,933 miles
    Test number
    369370694223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,933 miles (+7,728)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,933 miles
    Test number
    757600994201
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass45,205 miles (+2,625)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,205 miles
    Test number
    285041513353
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn bald on inner edges
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre wearing bald on inner edge

  22. Pass42,580 miles (+7,835)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,580 miles
    Test number
    925672012363
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Pass34,745 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,745 miles
    Test number
    859484711384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,610 miles (+3,810)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,610 miles
    Test number
    552721930398
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass27,800 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,800 miles
    Test number
    933397139319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,489 miles (+5,200)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,489 miles
    Test number
    380158438369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,289 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    17,289 miles
    Test number
    414738437364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail17,250 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,250 miles
    Test number
    671735437331
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S30 MVW

Does S30 MVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S30 MVW expired on 13 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S30 MVW?
The MOT on S30 MVW expired on 13 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S30 MVW done?
S30 MVW was recorded at 141,059 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 6,661 miles a year.
Has S30 MVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 MVW has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S30 MVW 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 S30 MVW find?
S30 MVW failed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; offside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 3 more.

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