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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

S35 SFHMOT history

S35 SFH is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
71,467 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S35 SFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S35 SFH was last recorded at 71,467 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,753 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
714 miles
Average per year
2,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,467 miles
  • 2025 – 70,753 miles
  • 2024 – 69,941 miles
  • 2023 – 68,942 miles
  • 2022 – 52,378 miles
  • 2021 – 51,448 miles
  • 2020 – 50,551 miles
  • 2019 – 49,594 miles
  • 2018 – 47,725 miles
  • 2017 – 45,722 miles
  • 2016 – 44,172 miles
  • 2015 – 42,025 miles
  • 2014 – 40,039 miles
  • 2013 – 37,998 miles
  • 2012 – 36,026 miles
  • 2011 – 33,757 miles
  • 2010 – 31,606 miles
  • 2009 – 29,740 miles
  • 2008 – 27,668 miles
  • 2007 – 24,894 miles
  • 2006 – 22,440 miles
  • 2005 – 19,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,467 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.

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both number plate lights not working.

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,467 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    71,467 miles
    Test number
    192541564788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,753 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    70,753 miles
    Test number
    972830602902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail70,752 miles (+47)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,752 miles
    Test number
    530072356896
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both number plate lights not working. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  4. Fail70,705 miles (+764)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,705 miles
    Test number
    489812714549
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both number plate lights not working. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass69,941 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    69,941 miles
    Test number
    956598761462
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail69,941 miles (+999)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,941 miles
    Test number
    867078082880
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass68,942 miles (+16,564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,942 miles
    Test number
    905365032052
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass52,378 miles (+930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    52,378 miles
    Test number
    886138360375
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass51,448 miles (+897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    51,448 miles
    Test number
    750467289480
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass50,551 miles (+957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    50,551 miles
    Test number
    910872770371
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Pass49,594 miles (+1,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,594 miles
    Test number
    357447339155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  12. Pass47,725 miles (+2,003)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,725 miles
    Test number
    750677390064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,722 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    45,722 miles
    Test number
    474467190981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,172 miles (+2,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    44,172 miles
    Test number
    680410043653
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Nearside and offside rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre low 3.00mm
    • AdvisoryRear tyres deteriorated.
  15. Pass42,025 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    42,025 miles
    Test number
    184096025210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,039 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    40,039 miles
    Test number
    575116794227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,998 miles (+1,972)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    37,998 miles
    Test number
    976028903398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,026 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,026 miles
    Test number
    626131222362
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  19. Pass36,026 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,026 miles
    Test number
    945261322374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,757 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,757 miles
    Test number
    576519111372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,606 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,606 miles
    Test number
    914718620367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,740 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,740 miles
    Test number
    784241949338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,668 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,668 miles
    Test number
    852237638332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,894 miles (+2,454)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,894 miles
    Test number
    694841127374
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorated.
    • NoteSome metal brake pipes corroded.
  25. Pass22,440 miles (+2,897)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,440 miles
    Test number
    413138046491
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteLift in both front shocker top mounts.
  26. Pass19,543 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    19,543 miles
    Test number
    192249335381
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLift in both front shocker top mounts.

Questions about S35 SFH

Does S35 SFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S35 SFH is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S35 SFH?
The MOT on S35 SFH is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S35 SFH done?
S35 SFH was recorded at 71,467 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 2,499 miles a year.
Has S35 SFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S35 SFH has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S35 SFH 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 S35 SFH find?
S35 SFH passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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