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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

S33 RMMMOT history

S33 RMM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 85,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

S33 RMM grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
85,233 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 RMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 RMM was last recorded at 85,233 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 2,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,041 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,192 miles
Average per year
4,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,233 miles
  • 2025 – 83,041 miles
  • 2023 – 80,022 miles
  • 2022 – 77,767 miles
  • 2021 – 75,224 miles
  • 2020 – 73,386 miles
  • 2019 – 67,564 miles
  • 2018 – 61,757 miles
  • 2017 – 56,906 miles
  • 2016 – 50,602 miles
  • 2015 – 45,684 miles
  • 2014 – 38,723 miles
  • 2013 – 33,305 miles
  • 2012 – 28,331 miles
  • 2011 – 19,916 miles
  • 2010 – 13,081 miles
  • 2009 – 6,923 miles
  • 2008 – 5,406 miles
  • 2007 – 2,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,233 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Both rear wheel bearing cannot be tested

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,233 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    855673188348
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail85,233 miles (+2,192)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    839745919193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass83,041 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,041 miles
    Test number
    902520682765
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail83,041 miles (+3,019)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,041 miles
    Test number
    146202473609
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,022 miles (+2,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,022 miles
    Test number
    504762216539
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass77,767 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    77,767 miles
    Test number
    617176888147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail77,763 miles (+2,539)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,763 miles
    Test number
    436698321002
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both sides (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass75,224 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,224 miles
    Test number
    558060489755
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel bearing cannot be tested
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  9. Fail75,193 miles (+1,807)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,193 miles
    Test number
    578722334025
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel bearing cannot be tested
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  10. Pass73,386 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,386 miles
    Test number
    897645329669
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail73,375 miles (+5,811)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,375 miles
    Test number
    885938770436
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,564 miles
    Test number
    889194879434
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail67,561 miles (+5,804)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,561 miles
    Test number
    254359269171
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass61,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,757 miles
    Test number
    173458088642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,757 miles (+4,851)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,757 miles
    Test number
    718618859793
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass56,906 miles (+6,304)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,906 miles
    Test number
    393099356731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,602 miles
    Test number
    157239164046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,602 miles (+4,918)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,602 miles
    Test number
    484779072662
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass45,684 miles (+6,961)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,684 miles
    Test number
    469760575168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,723 miles (+5,418)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,723 miles
    Test number
    259989144463
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs are slightly worn and would advise on replacing at next brake pads replacement
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing thin on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn thin on inner edge

  21. Pass33,305 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,305 miles
    Test number
    399162473161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,331 miles
    Test number
    419078372100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,331 miles (+8,415)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,331 miles
    Test number
    395518072125
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail19,916 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,916 miles
    Test number
    495558161101
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass19,916 miles (+6,835)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    19,916 miles
    Test number
    597288061185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,081 miles (+6,158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    13,081 miles
    Test number
    690279570119
    • NoteBoth front tyres are getting close to wear indicators

  27. Pass6,923 miles (+1,517)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    6,923 miles
    Test number
    774418929195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass5,406 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    5,406 miles
    Test number
    242697878245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass2,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    2,777 miles
    Test number
    374951567487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 RMM

Does S33 RMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 RMM is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 RMM?
The MOT on S33 RMM is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 RMM done?
S33 RMM was recorded at 85,233 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,489 miles a year.
Has S33 RMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 RMM has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 RMM 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 RMM find?
S33 RMM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; electronic stability control warning lamp not working; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 4 more.

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