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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

S738 PACMOT history

S738 PAC is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 45,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
45,017 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S738 PAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S738 PAC was last recorded at 45,017 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
44,645 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
372 miles
Average per year
1,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,017 miles
  • 2024 – 44,645 miles
  • 2023 – 43,335 miles
  • 2022 – 41,861 miles
  • 2021 – 40,863 miles
  • 2020 – 39,628 miles
  • 2019 – 36,112 miles
  • 2018 – 35,009 miles
  • 2017 – 34,234 miles
  • 2016 – 33,055 miles
  • 2015 – 31,657 miles
  • 2014 – 30,169 miles
  • 2013 – 29,413 miles
  • 2012 – 28,451 miles
  • 2011 – 27,377 miles
  • 2010 – 26,319 miles
  • 2009 – 25,341 miles
  • 2008 – 24,471 miles
  • 2007 – 23,643 miles
  • 2006 – 22,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,017 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryAll brake pipes are corroded
  • AdvisoryBoth sills are heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak around engine above gearbox
  • AdvisoryUnderside, suspension and exhaust system all corroded

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.

  • N/s & o/s rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,017 miles (+372)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    45,017 miles
    Test number
    296665917122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sills are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak around engine above gearbox
    • AdvisoryUnderside, suspension and exhaust system all corroded

  2. Pass44,645 miles (+1,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    44,645 miles
    Test number
    505260928236
    • AdvisoryCorrosion front valance
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outer sills
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak - rocker gasket & g/box

  3. Pass43,335 miles (+1,474)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    43,335 miles
    Test number
    956594732949
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front sills corroded, o/s/f taped over
    • AdvisoryUnderside, suspension and exhaust all corroded

  4. Pass41,861 miles (+998)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    41,861 miles
    Test number
    281381712278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass40,863 miles (+1,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    40,863 miles
    Test number
    967982138898
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  6. Pass39,628 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    39,628 miles
    Test number
    597707939165
    • AdvisoryBoth front and both rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail39,628 miles (+3,516)1 dangerous1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,628 miles
    Test number
    857570725396
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative Seized (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and both rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass36,112 miles (+1,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    36,112 miles
    Test number
    854088054521
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear brake pipes corroded

  9. Pass35,009 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,009 miles
    Test number
    715251822678
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front outer seals corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail35,007 miles (+773)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,007 miles
    Test number
    444754555072
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front outer seals corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass34,234 miles (+1,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    239255437994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  12. Pass33,055 miles (+1,398)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    33,055 miles
    Test number
    397460343755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,657 miles (+1,488)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,657 miles
    Test number
    989985035196
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass30,169 miles (+756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,169 miles
    Test number
    708695034114
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass29,413 miles (+962)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,413 miles
    Test number
    877484433149
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  16. Pass28,451 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,451 miles
    Test number
    209139742496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,377 miles (+1,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,377 miles
    Test number
    706339021153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass26,319 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,319 miles
    Test number
    174750940108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,341 miles (+870)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    25,341 miles
    Test number
    591356649121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,471 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,471 miles
    Test number
    472484948107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,643 miles (+960)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    23,643 miles
    Test number
    793660737143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,683 miles
    Test number
    313562236108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S738 PAC

Does S738 PAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S738 PAC is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S738 PAC?
The MOT on S738 PAC is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S738 PAC done?
S738 PAC was recorded at 45,017 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 1,128 miles a year.
Has S738 PAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S738 PAC has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S738 PAC 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 S738 PAC find?
S738 PAC passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; all brake pipes are corroded, and 3 more.

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