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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

S9 OAJMOT history

S9 OAJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

S9 OAJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
84,731 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 OAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 OAJ was last recorded at 84,731 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,396 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,335 miles
Average per year
3,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,731 miles
  • 2025 – 80,396 miles
  • 2024 – 74,269 miles
  • 2023 – 64,314 miles
  • 2022 – 61,419 miles
  • 2021 – 58,915 miles
  • 2020 – 53,994 miles
  • 2019 – 48,231 miles
  • 2018 – 43,628 miles
  • 2017 – 37,424 miles
  • 2016 – 32,458 miles
  • 2015 – 32,056 miles
  • 2014 – 31,435 miles
  • 2013 – 29,936 miles
  • 2012 – 28,099 miles
  • 2011 – 25,884 miles
  • 2010 – 22,970 miles
  • 2009 – 19,780 miles
  • 2008 – 15,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,731 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Coil spring corroded Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,731 miles (+4,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    84,731 miles
    Test number
    405611877201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass80,396 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,396 miles
    Test number
    396528787081
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail80,396 miles (+6,127)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,396 miles
    Test number
    315281296313
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass74,269 miles (+22)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,269 miles
    Test number
    982522104609
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  5. Fail74,247 miles (+9,933)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,247 miles
    Test number
    266109438511
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass64,314 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    690051549209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,419 miles (+2,504)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,419 miles
    Test number
    728116793934
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four tyres close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass58,915 miles (+4,921)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,915 miles
    Test number
    284316894786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass53,994 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,994 miles
    Test number
    138845891937
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail53,994 miles (+5,763)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,994 miles
    Test number
    404318954958
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass48,231 miles (+4,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,231 miles
    Test number
    192152044974
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass43,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    43,628 miles
    Test number
    515137950927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  13. Fail43,628 miles (+6,204)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,628 miles
    Test number
    110648026008
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  14. Pass37,424 miles (+4,966)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    37,424 miles
    Test number
    635041121913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass32,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    32,458 miles
    Test number
    367806692414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,458 miles (+402)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,458 miles
    Test number
    869228842665
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass32,056 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,056 miles
    Test number
    459912015082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,435 miles
    Test number
    339690014005
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Fail31,435 miles (+1,499)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,435 miles
    Test number
    866550714080
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass29,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,936 miles
    Test number
    988371613080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,936 miles (+1,837)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,936 miles
    Test number
    135851413434
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass28,099 miles (+2,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    28,099 miles
    Test number
    668381612098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass25,884 miles (+2,914)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,884 miles
    Test number
    947851511058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,970 miles (+3,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,970 miles
    Test number
    294071710067
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass19,780 miles (+3,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,780 miles
    Test number
    393336319055
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  26. Pass15,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,835 miles
    Test number
    371277318078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 OAJ

Does S9 OAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 OAJ is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 OAJ?
The MOT on S9 OAJ is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 OAJ done?
S9 OAJ was recorded at 84,731 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 3,826 miles a year.
Has S9 OAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 OAJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S9 OAJ 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 S9 OAJ find?
S9 OAJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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