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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

S33 BGBMOT history

S33 BGB is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 May 2011. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

S33 BGB white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2026
Mileage
139,602 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 BGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 May 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 BGB was last recorded at 139,602 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 10,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,737 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10,865 miles
Average per year
10,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,602 miles
  • 2024 – 128,737 miles
  • 2023 – 121,753 miles
  • 2022 – 109,023 miles
  • 2021 – 89,721 miles
  • 2020 – 79,359 miles
  • 2019 – 56,574 miles
  • 2018 – 41,917 miles
  • 2017 – 38,263 miles
  • 2016 – 35,176 miles
  • 2015 – 31,295 miles
  • 2014 – 23,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,602 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose and the rear box outer skin is rotten

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,602 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,602 miles
    Test number
    442466542340
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose and the rear box outer skin is rotten

  2. Fail139,598 miles (+10,861)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,598 miles
    Test number
    851408887481
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose and the rear box outer skin is rotten

  3. Pass128,737 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,737 miles
    Test number
    637903518538
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip sticker (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn almost bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail128,732 miles (+6,979)1 dangerous9 major7 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,732 miles
    Test number
    920777858685
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip sticker (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smears (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective smears (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn almost bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTps light is on and will not reset

  5. Pass121,753 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    121,753 miles
    Test number
    305099922188
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  6. Fail121,744 miles (+12,721)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,744 miles
    Test number
    185707663342
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  7. Pass109,023 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    109,023 miles
    Test number
    325407371745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail108,652 miles (+18,931)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,652 miles
    Test number
    749998635053
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass89,721 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,721 miles
    Test number
    334018933677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail89,703 miles (+10,344)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,703 miles
    Test number
    791599092577
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass79,359 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,359 miles
    Test number
    406223684344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,312 miles (+22,738)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,312 miles
    Test number
    998862307190
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass56,574 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,574 miles
    Test number
    829036095086
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail56,574 miles (+14,657)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,574 miles
    Test number
    995117815563
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass41,917 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,917 miles
    Test number
    114206260301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,263 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,263 miles
    Test number
    445560121886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking due to age
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly spilt

  17. Fail38,263 miles (+3,087)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,263 miles
    Test number
    340608617588
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking due to age
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly spilt

  18. Pass35,176 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,176 miles
    Test number
    185162768361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted

  19. Fail35,176 miles (+3,881)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,176 miles
    Test number
    838267904980
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted

  20. Pass31,295 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,295 miles
    Test number
    515337869599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,086 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,086 miles
    Test number
    396255055134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  22. Pass31,086 miles (+7,814)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,086 miles
    Test number
    915365255193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,272 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    23,272 miles
    Test number
    866493644129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,243 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,243 miles
    Test number
    467882044179
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about S33 BGB

Does S33 BGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S33 BGB expired on 30 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S33 BGB?
The MOT on S33 BGB expired on 30 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S33 BGB done?
S33 BGB was recorded at 139,602 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 10,253 miles a year.
Has S33 BGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 BGB has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S33 BGB 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 S33 BGB find?
S33 BGB passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear exhaust heat shield loose and the rear box outer skin is rotten.

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