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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2019 · 999 cc

S5 BFNMOT history

S5 BFN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Feb 2019. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 55,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

S5 BFN black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
55,679 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 BFN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
15 Feb 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 BFN was last recorded at 55,679 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 9,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
46,268 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,411 miles
Average per year
9,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,679 miles
  • 2025 – 46,268 miles
  • 2024 – 39,013 miles
  • 2023 – 28,351 miles
  • 2022 – 17,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,679 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

6 tests since 21 Feb 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,679 miles (+9,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    55,679 miles
    Test number
    168669105558
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass46,268 miles (+7,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    46,268 miles
    Test number
    363266067669
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass39,013 miles (+10,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    39,013 miles
    Test number
    211971133239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass28,351 miles (+10,937)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    28,351 miles
    Test number
    766771739513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass17,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    17,414 miles
    Test number
    926704717836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail17,413 miles1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,413 miles
    Test number
    565467363829
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Questions about S5 BFN

Does S5 BFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 BFN is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 BFN?
The MOT on S5 BFN is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 BFN done?
S5 BFN was recorded at 55,679 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 9,534 miles a year.
Has S5 BFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 BFN has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S5 BFN 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 S5 BFN find?
S5 BFN passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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