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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

S40 XAHMOT history

S40 XAH is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 122,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

S40 XAH white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
122,532 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 XAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 XAH was last recorded at 122,532 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 8,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,546 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,986 miles
Average per year
6,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,532 miles
  • 2025 – 113,546 miles
  • 2024 – 105,021 miles
  • 2023 – 99,745 miles
  • 2022 – 96,940 miles
  • 2021 – 93,199 miles
  • 2020 – 89,596 miles
  • 2019 – 86,440 miles
  • 2018 – 82,843 miles
  • 2017 – 72,286 miles
  • 2016 – 63,860 miles
  • 2015 – 51,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,532 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    122,532 miles
    Test number
    363537429495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,352 miles (+8,806)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,352 miles
    Test number
    709802299372
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,546 miles (+8,525)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,546 miles
    Test number
    336956610685
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass105,021 miles (+5,276)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,021 miles
    Test number
    811114021050
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,745 miles (+2,805)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,745 miles
    Test number
    556676274244
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass96,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,940 miles
    Test number
    801171632922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,939 miles (+3,740)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,939 miles
    Test number
    321548323418
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in nsf inner steering arm

  8. Pass93,199 miles (+3,603)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    93,199 miles
    Test number
    721204696207
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner steering arms

  9. Pass89,596 miles (+3,156)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    89,596 miles
    Test number
    661061139423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,440 miles (+3,597)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,440 miles
    Test number
    671950331285
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 1 x
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass82,843 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,843 miles
    Test number
    895921486916
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront FOG LAMP ON ALL TIME ...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail82,843 miles (+10,557)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,843 miles
    Test number
    194589248868
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront FOG LAMP ON ALL TIME ...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass72,286 miles (+8,426)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,286 miles
    Test number
    804527145307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass63,860 miles (+11,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,860 miles
    Test number
    172265523678
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre on 3mm
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre on 3mm

  15. Pass51,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,906 miles
    Test number
    399743357956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 XAH

Does S40 XAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 XAH is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 XAH?
The MOT on S40 XAH is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 XAH done?
S40 XAH was recorded at 122,532 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 6,420 miles a year.
Has S40 XAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 XAH has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 XAH 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 XAH find?
S40 XAH passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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