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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

S90 DEMMOT history

S90 DEM is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 105,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

S90 DEM red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,846 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 DEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
20 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 DEM was last recorded at 105,846 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,842 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,846 miles
  • 2025 – 94,099 miles
  • 2023 – 87,923 miles
  • 2022 – 85,104 miles
  • 2021 – 81,155 miles
  • 2020 – 75,627 miles
  • 2019 – 70,906 miles
  • 2018 – 61,685 miles
  • 2017 – 53,502 miles
  • 2016 – 44,131 miles
  • 2015 – 36,083 miles
  • 2014 – 28,678 miles
  • 2013 – 22,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,846 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,846 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,846 miles
    Test number
    244516978107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail105,842 miles (+11,743)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    747676673609
    • DangerousNearside Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire insecure near tank (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat with a defective structure locking mechanism inoperative (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass94,099 miles (+6,176)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    760566303020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,923 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,923 miles
    Test number
    486146426748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,833 miles (+2,729)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    522001652049
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass85,104 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    85,104 miles
    Test number
    983274425714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    81,155 miles
    Test number
    296720417127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,155 miles (+5,528)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,155 miles
    Test number
    984009774095
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass75,627 miles (+4,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,627 miles
    Test number
    849992722495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass70,906 miles (+9,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,906 miles
    Test number
    530371706404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,685 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,685 miles
    Test number
    323041593222
    • 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))

  12. Fail61,683 miles (+8,181)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,683 miles
    Test number
    740156681411
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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))

  13. Pass53,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    53,502 miles
    Test number
    873169402493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail53,502 miles (+9,371)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,502 miles
    Test number
    461221131371
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass44,131 miles (+8,048)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,131 miles
    Test number
    688549057190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,083 miles (+7,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    36,083 miles
    Test number
    697541415046
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre cracking also nail in tyre (punctured)

  17. Pass28,678 miles (+6,588)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    28,678 miles
    Test number
    125090044360
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWipers poor

  18. Pass22,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    22,090 miles
    Test number
    977564553344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 DEM

Does S90 DEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 DEM is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S90 DEM?
The MOT on S90 DEM is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 DEM done?
S90 DEM was recorded at 105,846 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 6,948 miles a year.
Has S90 DEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 DEM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S90 DEM 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 S90 DEM find?
S90 DEM passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces; front brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads both sides.

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