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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

S797 ADLMOT history

S797 ADL is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 58,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
58,675 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 ADL
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
2 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 ADL was last recorded at 58,675 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,662 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
1,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,675 miles
  • 2025 – 55,700 miles
  • 2024 – 51,702 miles
  • 2023 – 47,478 miles
  • 2022 – 44,574 miles
  • 2021 – 41,928 miles
  • 2020 – 36,755 miles
  • 2019 – 36,583 miles
  • 2018 – 36,249 miles
  • 2017 – 35,860 miles
  • 2016 – 35,383 miles
  • 2015 – 34,800 miles
  • 2014 – 34,265 miles
  • 2013 – 33,598 miles
  • 2012 – 32,826 miles
  • 2011 – 32,172 miles
  • 2010 – 31,529 miles
  • 2009 – 30,589 miles
  • 2008 – 29,766 miles
  • 2007 – 27,528 miles
  • 2006 – 25,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,675 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,675 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    58,675 miles
    Test number
    128431625132
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail58,662 miles (+2,962)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,662 miles
    Test number
    801271913161
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass55,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    55,700 miles
    Test number
    222097741028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail55,700 miles (+3,998)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,700 miles
    Test number
    905663228346
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass51,702 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    51,702 miles
    Test number
    295668860057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,478 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    47,478 miles
    Test number
    190232800591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,574 miles
    Test number
    852419943982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,574 miles (+2,646)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,574 miles
    Test number
    421946242626
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bold on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass41,928 miles (+5,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    41,928 miles
    Test number
    389773023424
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertray covering some testable items. Unable to give full inspection.

  10. Pass36,755 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    36,755 miles
    Test number
    162141962949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,583 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    36,583 miles
    Test number
    967323807898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,249 miles (+389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    36,249 miles
    Test number
    383636604209
    • 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. Pass35,860 miles (+477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,860 miles
    Test number
    104848566084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass35,383 miles (+583)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,383 miles
    Test number
    717297748123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,800 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,800 miles
    Test number
    367778885164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,265 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,265 miles
    Test number
    479009984163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,598 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,598 miles
    Test number
    237972393434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail33,598 miles (+772)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,598 miles
    Test number
    927481393165
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass32,826 miles (+654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,826 miles
    Test number
    448600602279
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass32,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,172 miles
    Test number
    598867401204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,172 miles (+643)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,172 miles
    Test number
    797987101267
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass31,529 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,529 miles
    Test number
    293932230221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,589 miles
    Test number
    551666629279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,589 miles (+823)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,589 miles
    Test number
    131745229222
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

  25. Pass29,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,766 miles
    Test number
    590601648285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,766 miles (+2,238)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,766 miles
    Test number
    512179538258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass27,528 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,528 miles
    Test number
    113559117258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,597 miles
    Test number
    920278526274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S797 ADL

Does S797 ADL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S797 ADL is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S797 ADL?
The MOT on S797 ADL is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S797 ADL done?
S797 ADL was recorded at 58,675 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 1,682 miles a year.
Has S797 ADL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 ADL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S797 ADL 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 S797 ADL find?
S797 ADL passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive coolant; oil leak, but not excessive.

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