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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S78 KTPMOT history

S78 KTP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 67,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2024
Mileage
67,931 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 KTP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 KTP was last recorded at 67,931 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 11,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,578 miles · 16 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
11,353 miles
Average per year
3,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 67,931 miles
  • 2022 – 56,578 miles
  • 2021 – 51,450 miles
  • 2020 – 48,917 miles
  • 2019 – 39,510 miles
  • 2018 – 30,296 miles
  • 2017 – 21,160 miles
  • 2016 – 15,363 miles
  • 2015 – 15,147 miles
  • 2013 – 14,856 miles
  • 2012 – 14,564 miles
  • 2011 – 14,398 miles
  • 2010 – 14,222 miles
  • 2009 – 13,295 miles
  • 2008 – 12,303 miles
  • 2007 – 11,116 miles
  • 2006 – 10,119 miles
  • 2005 – 9,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,931 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight body damage OSF

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,931 miles (+11,353)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    67,931 miles
    Test number
    790594894841
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight body damage OSF

  2. Pass56,578 miles (+5,128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    56,578 miles
    Test number
    461836491477
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST PIPE FRONT JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass51,450 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,450 miles
    Test number
    248684872395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail51,450 miles (+2,533)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,450 miles
    Test number
    822820470481
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass48,917 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    48,917 miles
    Test number
    426489125252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (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))
    • AdvisoryLift in both front top suspension mounts

  6. Fail48,916 miles (+9,406)1 dangerous7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,916 miles
    Test number
    752174369602
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryLift in both front top suspension mounts

  7. Pass39,510 miles (+9,214)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    39,510 miles
    Test number
    181323730525
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking on outer edges
    • AdvisoryFront bumper insecure
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both top strut mounts
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  8. Pass30,296 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    30,296 miles
    Test number
    716217313265
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  9. Fail30,296 miles (+9,136)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,296 miles
    Test number
    214046285491
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  10. Pass21,160 miles (+5,797)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    21,160 miles
    Test number
    564111688967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing

  11. Pass15,363 miles (+216)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    15,363 miles
    Test number
    488149989299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass15,147 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    15,147 miles
    Test number
    927948845015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,856 miles (+292)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    14,856 miles
    Test number
    728782133379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,564 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    14,564 miles
    Test number
    425649972286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,398 miles (+176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    14,398 miles
    Test number
    558856951240
    • NoteAdvise front bumper damage temporary repair noticed

  16. Pass14,222 miles (+927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,222 miles
    Test number
    414537160221
    • NoteAdvise front bumper damage noticed

  17. Pass13,295 miles (+992)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    13,295 miles
    Test number
    511410469296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront bumper damaged and o/s/f wing bent.
    • NoteRear brake compensator has been lubrocated and o/s/r brake flexi hose.
    • NoteUsall movement in top bstrut mounts.

  18. Pass12,303 miles (+1,187)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    12,303 miles
    Test number
    354293668222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSmall cut in n/s/f tyre

  19. Pass11,116 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    11,116 miles
    Test number
    911721577284
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteO/s/f shocker dirt boot is split

  20. Fail11,116 miles (+997)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,116 miles
    Test number
    830820977257
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteO/s/f shocker dirt boot is split

  21. Pass10,119 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,119 miles
    Test number
    691404966232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,110 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    9,110 miles
    Test number
    254951975276
    • NoteSmall cut in n/s/f tyre outer wall

Questions about S78 KTP

Does S78 KTP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S78 KTP expired on 25 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S78 KTP?
The MOT on S78 KTP expired on 25 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S78 KTP done?
S78 KTP was recorded at 67,931 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 3,315 miles a year.
Has S78 KTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 KTP has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on S78 KTP 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 S78 KTP find?
S78 KTP passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with 9 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 6 more.

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