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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,198 cc

S80 YOEMOT history

S80 YOE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 136,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

S80 YOE blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2025
Mileage
136,362 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S80 YOE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S80 YOE was last recorded at 136,362 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,333 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
5,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,362 miles
  • 2024 – 134,169 miles
  • 2023 – 123,151 miles
  • 2021 – 123,110 miles
  • 2020 – 118,997 miles
  • 2019 – 107,187 miles
  • 2018 – 102,248 miles
  • 2017 – 97,269 miles
  • 2016 – 92,826 miles
  • 2015 – 88,722 miles
  • 2014 – 82,179 miles
  • 2013 – 74,842 miles
  • 2012 – 69,152 miles
  • 2011 – 56,086 miles
  • 2010 – 47,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,362 miles
  • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • DangerousOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke at fast idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorPassenger's seat with a defective structure not folding to access rear seats (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips in swept area not affecting drivers view & contained within 40mm.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,362 miles (+29)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,362 miles
    Test number
    834058680125
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • DangerousOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke at fast idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorPassenger's seat with a defective structure not folding to access rear seats (6.2.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,333 miles (+2,164)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,333 miles
    Test number
    892930497663
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed majorly smoking mid test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device ineffective ball joint bolts (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have uv damage

  3. Pass134,169 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    134,169 miles
    Test number
    952700478699
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail154,167 miles (+20,004)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,167 miles
    Test number
    463169241279
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail134,163 miles (+11,012)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,163 miles
    Test number
    260896041600
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass123,151 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    123,151 miles
    Test number
    802460914891
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass123,110 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    123,110 miles
    Test number
    726319592785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123,107 miles (+4,110)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,107 miles
    Test number
    211110104443
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass118,997 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    118,997 miles
    Test number
    763170525040
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips in swept area not affecting drivers view & contained within 40mm. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

  10. Fail118,996 miles (+11,809)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,996 miles
    Test number
    558376948045
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips in swept area not affecting drivers view & contained within 40mm. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel.

  11. Pass107,187 miles (+4,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,187 miles
    Test number
    898434901136
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass102,248 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,248 miles
    Test number
    266241171626
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  13. Fail102,248 miles (+4,979)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,248 miles
    Test number
    645983226067
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass97,269 miles (+75)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    97,269 miles
    Test number
    226118484716
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNoise - gearbox area

  15. Fail97,194 miles (+4,368)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,194 miles
    Test number
    713639720826
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass92,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,826 miles
    Test number
    836216356880
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail92,826 miles (+4,104)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,826 miles
    Test number
    921327281272
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Downpipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Door mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass88,722 miles (+6,543)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,722 miles
    Test number
    319006805152
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  19. Pass82,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,179 miles
    Test number
    236334764062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail82,179 miles (+7,337)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,179 miles
    Test number
    176023564013
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass74,842 miles (+5,690)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    74,842 miles
    Test number
    146079453027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,152 miles (+13,066)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    69,152 miles
    Test number
    485711962236
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass56,086 miles (+8,260)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,086 miles
    Test number
    766991451215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,826 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,826 miles
    Test number
    341317160453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,289 miles
    Test number
    373631250420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S80 YOE

Does S80 YOE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S80 YOE expired on 15 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S80 YOE?
The MOT on S80 YOE expired on 15 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S80 YOE done?
S80 YOE was recorded at 136,362 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 5,897 miles a year.
Has S80 YOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S80 YOE has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S80 YOE 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 S80 YOE find?
S80 YOE failed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 dangerous defects and 5 major defects: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); emissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke at fast idle, and 4 more.

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