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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

S7 VVWMOT history

S7 VVW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

S7 VVW blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2026
Mileage
145,099 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 VVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S7 VVW was last recorded at 145,099 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,285 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,814 miles
Average per year
6,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,099 miles
  • 2025 – 140,285 miles
  • 2024 – 134,530 miles
  • 2023 – 128,376 miles
  • 2022 – 120,902 miles
  • 2021 – 112,221 miles
  • 2020 – 104,539 miles
  • 2018 – 97,599 miles
  • 2017 – 92,741 miles
  • 2016 – 84,826 miles
  • 2015 – 79,000 miles
  • 2014 – 75,388 miles
  • 2013 – 72,157 miles
  • 2012 – 66,809 miles
  • 2011 – 61,692 miles
  • 2010 – 56,308 miles
  • 2009 – 48,579 miles
  • 2008 – 40,248 miles
  • 2007 – 33,114 miles
  • 2006 – 24,220 miles
  • 2005 – 15,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,099 miles
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. forward and back (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded yellow marking ( look through gap ) (1.1.11 (c))
  • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEml on

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,099 miles (+4,814)10 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,099 miles
    Test number
    870109746761
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. forward and back (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded yellow marking ( look through gap ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  2. Pass140,285 miles (+5,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    140,285 miles
    Test number
    518561071569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass134,530 miles (+6,154)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    134,530 miles
    Test number
    376206162232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,376 miles (+7,474)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    128,376 miles
    Test number
    986805082952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,902 miles (+8,681)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,902 miles
    Test number
    884620463393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,221 miles (+7,682)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,221 miles
    Test number
    360296104069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,539 miles (+6,940)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,539 miles
    Test number
    698359528827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,599 miles (+4,858)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    97,599 miles
    Test number
    546136172481
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,741 miles (+7,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,741 miles
    Test number
    427538578108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass84,826 miles (+5,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,826 miles
    Test number
    917503268746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass79,000 miles (+3,612)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    79,000 miles
    Test number
    129888124111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,388 miles (+3,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,388 miles
    Test number
    127094414349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass72,157 miles (+5,348)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,157 miles
    Test number
    815198403395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEML Light On
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass66,809 miles (+5,117)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,809 miles
    Test number
    625529992225
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre box corroded and peeling
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass61,692 miles (+42)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,692 miles
    Test number
    606615211378
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEPC light staying on

  16. Fail61,650 miles (+5,342)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,650 miles
    Test number
    556113611364
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEPC light staying on

  17. Pass56,308 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,308 miles
    Test number
    672609890290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,254 miles (+7,675)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,254 miles
    Test number
    834503790278
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass48,579 miles (+8,331)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,579 miles
    Test number
    790382409369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,248 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,248 miles
    Test number
    292501098237
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass40,248 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,248 miles
    Test number
    484381098230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,114 miles (+8,894)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,114 miles
    Test number
    100946997270
    • NoteADVISE REAR EXHAUST SILENCER OUTER SKIN CORRODED(NOT BLOWING)
    • NoteADVISE WHEEL NUTS HAVE PLASTIC COVERS ON THEM

  23. Pass24,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,220 miles
    Test number
    633491496234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,220 miles (+8,909)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,220 miles
    Test number
    642531796249
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass15,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    15,311 miles
    Test number
    710384395253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 VVW

Does S7 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S7 VVW expired on 27 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S7 VVW?
The MOT on S7 VVW expired on 27 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S7 VVW done?
S7 VVW was recorded at 145,099 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 6,410 miles a year.
Has S7 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 VVW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S7 VVW 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 S7 VVW find?
S7 VVW failed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. forward and back; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 10 more.

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