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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

S8 CDVMOT history

S8 CDV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 147,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S8 CDV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
147,779 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 CDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 CDV was last recorded at 147,779 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 18,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,505 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
18,274 miles
Average per year
10,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,779 miles
  • 2025 – 129,505 miles
  • 2024 – 116,867 miles
  • 2022 – 93,984 miles
  • 2021 – 78,832 miles
  • 2020 – 65,417 miles
  • 2019 – 49,780 miles
  • 2018 – 37,376 miles
  • 2017 – 35,376 miles
  • 2016 – 31,167 miles
  • 2015 – 26,921 miles
  • 2014 – 22,784 miles
  • 2013 – 18,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,779 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,779 miles (+18,274)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    147,779 miles
    Test number
    616207149376
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion
  2. Pass129,505 miles (+896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    129,505 miles
    Test number
    842732549424
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion in rear inner sill areas
  3. Fail128,609 miles (+11,742)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,609 miles
    Test number
    668782479649
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced in door mirror (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding BOTH REARS (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively FRONT AND REARS (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome general corrosion in both rear inner sill areas/rear suspension components
  4. Pass116,867 miles (+22,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,867 miles
    Test number
    220308571945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass93,984 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,984 miles
    Test number
    623011008353
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
  6. Fail93,984 miles (+15,152)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,984 miles
    Test number
    113142157450
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NEARSIDE FRONT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE TRAVEL LONG
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
  7. Pass78,832 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,832 miles
    Test number
    140077219447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Fail78,832 miles (+13,415)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,832 miles
    Test number
    133315865043
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not tested (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass65,417 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,417 miles
    Test number
    387496624012
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread measuring 2 mm
  10. Fail65,417 miles (+15,637)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,417 miles
    Test number
    816249866541
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken OFFSIDE REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR COIL SPRING CORRODED
    • AdvisoryWIPER BLADES SMEARY
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread measuring 2 mm
  11. Pass49,780 miles (+12,404)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,780 miles
    Test number
    464606580988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,376 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    37,376 miles
    Test number
    941808928946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,376 miles (+4,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,376 miles
    Test number
    387433723211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass31,167 miles (+4,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    31,167 miles
    Test number
    277618807251
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass26,921 miles (+4,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    26,921 miles
    Test number
    473605392993
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass22,784 miles (+4,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,784 miles
    Test number
    506362904300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass18,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    18,251 miles
    Test number
    327668093471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail18,251 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,251 miles
    Test number
    869668793220
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S8 CDV

Does S8 CDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 CDV is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 CDV?
The MOT on S8 CDV is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 CDV done?
S8 CDV was recorded at 147,779 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 10,469 miles a year.
Has S8 CDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 CDV has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 CDV 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 S8 CDV find?
S8 CDV passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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