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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

S3 HTBMOT history

S3 HTB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

S3 HTB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
91,523 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 HTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 HTB was last recorded at 91,523 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 5,062 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,461 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,062 miles
Average per year
4,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,523 miles
  • 2025 – 86,461 miles
  • 2024 – 75,856 miles
  • 2023 – 67,748 miles
  • 2022 – 62,796 miles
  • 2021 – 58,266 miles
  • 2020 – 56,168 miles
  • 2019 – 50,742 miles
  • 2018 – 46,126 miles
  • 2017 – 43,254 miles
  • 2016 – 38,072 miles
  • 2015 – 33,157 miles
  • 2014 – 30,472 miles
  • 2013 – 27,245 miles
  • 2012 – 24,396 miles
  • 2011 – 20,882 miles
  • 2010 – 17,098 miles
  • 2009 – 11,061 miles
  • 2008 – 10,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,523 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp outer lenses faded

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,523 miles (+5,062)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    91,523 miles
    Test number
    526292897774
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp outer lenses faded

  2. Pass86,461 miles (+10,605)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,461 miles
    Test number
    372967542348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,856 miles
    Test number
    640173161144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail75,856 miles (+8,108)6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,856 miles
    Test number
    673263083714
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass67,748 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    67,748 miles
    Test number
    263822534881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail67,748 miles (+4,952)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,748 miles
    Test number
    739415259186
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass62,796 miles (+4,530)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,796 miles
    Test number
    534054590320
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights in poor condition

  8. Pass58,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,266 miles
    Test number
    678785470950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail58,266 miles (+2,098)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,266 miles
    Test number
    330734389123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass56,168 miles (+5,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,168 miles
    Test number
    740538195404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass50,742 miles (+4,616)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    50,742 miles
    Test number
    100159054438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,126 miles (+2,872)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    46,126 miles
    Test number
    981660713528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,254 miles (+5,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,254 miles
    Test number
    313810302692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn around inner area
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted limiting inspection of testable items.
    • AdvisoryRadiator at nearside lower area at piperfed colour coolant sedimentation possible leak

  14. Pass38,072 miles (+4,915)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,072 miles
    Test number
    345854073920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,157 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,157 miles
    Test number
    336019865049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,472 miles (+3,227)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,472 miles
    Test number
    275739564004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,245 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    27,245 miles
    Test number
    969970483038
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

  18. Fail27,245 miles (+2,849)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,245 miles
    Test number
    895910383086
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

  19. Pass24,396 miles (+3,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,396 miles
    Test number
    885424172045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass20,882 miles (+3,784)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,882 miles
    Test number
    357495371051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,098 miles (+6,037)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    17,098 miles
    Test number
    344371670087
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  22. Pass11,061 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    11,061 miles
    Test number
    533579279022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail10,979 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,979 miles
    Test number
    183198498287
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass10,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    10,979 miles
    Test number
    391078898232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 HTB

Does S3 HTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 HTB is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 HTB?
The MOT on S3 HTB is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 HTB done?
S3 HTB was recorded at 91,523 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 4,621 miles a year.
Has S3 HTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 HTB has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 HTB 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 S3 HTB find?
S3 HTB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; both headlamp outer lenses faded.

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