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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

S40 ERXMOT history

S40 ERX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 80,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

S40 ERX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
80,613 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 ERX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 ERX was last recorded at 80,613 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 3,009 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,604 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,009 miles
Average per year
4,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,613 miles
  • 2025 – 77,604 miles
  • 2024 – 74,586 miles
  • 2023 – 70,943 miles
  • 2022 – 67,345 miles
  • 2021 – 62,456 miles
  • 2020 – 57,110 miles
  • 2019 – 52,622 miles
  • 2018 – 49,073 miles
  • 2017 – 45,181 miles
  • 2016 – 37,646 miles
  • 2015 – 32,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,613 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTPMS light on dashRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust is rusty

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    80,613 miles
    Test number
    948108738655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash

  2. Fail80,613 miles (+3,009)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,613 miles
    Test number
    230700224851
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash

  3. Pass77,604 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,604 miles
    Test number
    524026239045
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash

  4. Fail77,601 miles (+3,015)1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,601 miles
    Test number
    191417181229
    • DangerousFront Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected Item in drivers view (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash

  5. Pass74,586 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    74,586 miles
    Test number
    765957023000
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes starting to split
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak noted from the rear of the engine
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi outer mesh starting to brake away
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre low on pressure, screw in tread (not repairable)

  6. Fail74,586 miles (+3,643)2 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,586 miles
    Test number
    239052646278
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes starting to split
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak noted from the rear of the engine
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi outer mesh starting to brake away
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre low on pressure, screw in tread (not repairable)

  7. Pass70,943 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,943 miles
    Test number
    610103404195
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear arm bushes perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak noted from the area of the O/S driveshaft.
    • AdvisoryThe boot had to be opend with the emmergency release.
    • AdvisoryThe mesh bonding for the front exhaust flexi section is failing.

  8. Fail70,943 miles (+3,598)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,943 miles
    Test number
    417058941674
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear arm bushes perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak noted from the area of the O/S driveshaft.
    • AdvisoryThe boot had to be opend with the emmergency release.
    • AdvisoryThe mesh bonding for the front exhaust flexi section is failing.

  9. Pass67,345 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,345 miles
    Test number
    167529408086
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryFan belt is badly perished

  10. Fail67,312 miles (+4,856)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,312 miles
    Test number
    202202522766
    • DangerousNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal !! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure mountings are broken (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryFan belt is badly perished
    • AdvisoryFront discs are badly worn and n/s is damaged

  11. Pass62,456 miles (+294)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    62,456 miles
    Test number
    542500013978
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the edges. The inner and outer tread on the O/S/F tyre is tearing. Recommend it is replaced.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Becoming quite badly perished in the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStandard number plates fitted prior to test.
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated.
    • AdvisoryThe front brake pads are aprox 80% worn.
    • AdvisoryThe mesh bonding for the front flexi exhaust section is failing.

  12. Fail62,162 miles (+5,052)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,162 miles
    Test number
    148872103000
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the edges. The inner and outer tread on the O/S/F tyre is tearing. Recommend it is replaced.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Becoming quite badly perished in the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStandard number plates fitted prior to test.
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated.
    • AdvisoryThe front brake pads are aprox 80% worn.
    • AdvisoryThe mesh bonding for the front flexi exhaust section is failing.

  13. Pass57,110 miles (+117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    57,110 miles
    Test number
    551313031565
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  14. Fail56,993 miles (+4,371)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,993 miles
    Test number
    675589499321
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perished and cracked

  15. Pass52,622 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    52,622 miles
    Test number
    770125057143
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPS is on
    • AdvisoryCoolant is low
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are perished

  16. Fail52,622 miles (+3,549)1 dangerous3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,622 miles
    Test number
    668200250526
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not correctly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPS is on
    • AdvisoryCoolant is low
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are perished

  17. Pass49,073 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,073 miles
    Test number
    679070938052
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryTPS is on
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryF/o/s tyre is worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryWet test

  18. Fail49,061 miles (+3,880)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,061 miles
    Test number
    207699695803
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryTPS is on
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryF/o/s tyre is worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryWet test

  19. Pass45,181 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,181 miles
    Test number
    359089355359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail45,181 miles (+7,535)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,181 miles
    Test number
    201203410447
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass37,646 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    37,646 miles
    Test number
    586679858055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre.

  22. Fail37,646 miles (+5,612)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,646 miles
    Test number
    990257197593
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre.

  23. Pass32,034 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,034 miles
    Test number
    396151425064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 ERX

Does S40 ERX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 ERX is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 ERX?
The MOT on S40 ERX is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 ERX done?
S40 ERX was recorded at 80,613 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 4,219 miles a year.
Has S40 ERX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 ERX has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 ERX 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 S40 ERX find?
S40 ERX passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; tpms light on dash.

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