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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

S780 KLPMOT history

S780 KLP is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 77,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
77,584 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S780 KLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S780 KLP was last recorded at 77,584 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,584 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,584 miles
  • 2024 – 72,349 miles
  • 2023 – 61,412 miles
  • 2022 – 54,855 miles
  • 2021 – 51,275 miles
  • 2020 – 49,843 miles
  • 2019 – 47,858 miles
  • 2018 – 46,810 miles
  • 2017 – 45,605 miles
  • 2016 – 44,592 miles
  • 2015 – 43,843 miles
  • 2014 – 42,474 miles
  • 2013 – 41,399 miles
  • 2012 – 40,309 miles
  • 2011 – 38,728 miles
  • 2010 – 37,817 miles
  • 2009 – 34,968 miles
  • 2008 – 33,018 miles
  • 2007 – 30,089 miles
  • 2006 – 26,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,584 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides have lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,584 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,584 miles
    Test number
    958653977069
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides have lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,584 miles (+5,235)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,584 miles
    Test number
    435542895074
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated also slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides have lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,349 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,349 miles
    Test number
    249661105510
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail72,349 miles (+10,937)1 dangerous5 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,349 miles
    Test number
    791573473060
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated also slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass61,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,412 miles
    Test number
    701969837190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail61,412 miles (+6,557)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,412 miles
    Test number
    446949522515
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass54,855 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    54,855 miles
    Test number
    905492205820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail54,855 miles (+3,580)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,855 miles
    Test number
    152049602692
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass51,275 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    51,275 miles
    Test number
    487767258156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,843 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,843 miles
    Test number
    261116724442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,842 miles (+1,984)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,842 miles
    Test number
    413385964650
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Seat Belt Mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass47,858 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,858 miles
    Test number
    699945665162
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail47,855 miles (+1,045)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,855 miles
    Test number
    992403099498
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass46,810 miles (+1,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,810 miles
    Test number
    993187747618
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass45,605 miles (+1,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,605 miles
    Test number
    525114898283
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass44,592 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    44,592 miles
    Test number
    234096728382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/closing panel (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail44,592 miles (+749)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,592 miles
    Test number
    579662466964
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/closing panel (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass43,843 miles (+1,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,843 miles
    Test number
    864367107963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass42,474 miles (+1,075)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    42,474 miles
    Test number
    189994974219
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass41,399 miles (+1,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,399 miles
    Test number
    169127063283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass40,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,309 miles
    Test number
    436648872266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,308 miles (+1,580)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,308 miles
    Test number
    327778272436
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass38,728 miles (+911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,728 miles
    Test number
    147855481225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Pass37,817 miles (+2,849)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,817 miles
    Test number
    282677180247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is wearing on outside edge.

  25. Pass34,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,968 miles
    Test number
    731167669246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail34,968 miles (+1,950)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,968 miles
    Test number
    750697369215
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass33,018 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,018 miles
    Test number
    160954388220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,089 miles (+3,551)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,089 miles
    Test number
    472385287239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,538 miles
    Test number
    281399376295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S780 KLP

Does S780 KLP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S780 KLP expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S780 KLP?
The MOT on S780 KLP expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S780 KLP done?
S780 KLP was recorded at 77,584 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 2,690 miles a year.
Has S780 KLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S780 KLP has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S780 KLP 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 S780 KLP find?
S780 KLP passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides have lift, and 6 more.

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