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Volkswagen Polo

Purple · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

SAL 3MOT history

SAL 3 is a purple diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 214,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

SAL 3 purple Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
214,520 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SAL 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SAL 3 was last recorded at 214,520 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 1,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,072 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,448 miles
Average per year
6,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,520 miles
  • 2025 – 213,072 miles
  • 2024 – 211,998 miles
  • 2023 – 209,689 miles
  • 2022 – 207,558 miles
  • 2021 – 205,274 miles
  • 2020 – 203,083 miles
  • 2019 – 200,380 miles
  • 2018 – 196,583 miles
  • 2017 – 193,337 miles
  • 2016 – 189,900 miles
  • 2015 – 186,880 miles
  • 2014 – 183,342 miles
  • 2013 – 176,224 miles
  • 2012 – 169,786 miles
  • 2011 – 159,904 miles
  • 2010 – 150,327 miles
  • 2009 – 139,285 miles
  • 2008 – 120,386 miles
  • 2007 – 98,725 miles
  • 2006 – 75,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,520 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTEDRecorded at 14 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTEDRecorded at 14 MOTs since 2016

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,520 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    214,520 miles
    Test number
    848508031605
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  2. Fail214,518 miles (+1,446)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,518 miles
    Test number
    634179041041
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  3. Pass213,072 miles (+1,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    213,072 miles
    Test number
    889282171390
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  4. Pass211,998 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    211,998 miles
    Test number
    771505011818
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  5. Fail211,998 miles (+2,309)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,998 miles
    Test number
    148387027006
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  6. Pass209,689 miles (+2,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    209,689 miles
    Test number
    163588458220
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  7. Pass207,558 miles (+2,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    207,558 miles
    Test number
    764090835141
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  8. Pass205,274 miles (+2,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    205,274 miles
    Test number
    512490208001
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  9. Pass203,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    203,083 miles
    Test number
    551052101686
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  10. Fail203,083 miles (+2,703)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,083 miles
    Test number
    956587968728
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  11. Pass200,380 miles (+3,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    200,380 miles
    Test number
    434613648542
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  12. Pass196,583 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    196,583 miles
    Test number
    427516630725
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  13. Fail196,582 miles (+3,245)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,582 miles
    Test number
    743254913929
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush FRONT (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  14. Pass193,337 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    193,337 miles
    Test number
    843271046614
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  15. Fail193,336 miles (+3,436)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,336 miles
    Test number
    363713897946
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  16. Pass189,900 miles (+3,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    189,900 miles
    Test number
    126554082184
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  17. Fail186,880 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,880 miles
    Test number
    217932735425
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass186,880 miles (+3,538)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    186,880 miles
    Test number
    909632135129
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass183,342 miles (+7,118)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    183,342 miles
    Test number
    657426734190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass176,224 miles (+6,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    176,224 miles
    Test number
    889589023035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass169,786 miles (+9,882)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    169,786 miles
    Test number
    146511732088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass159,904 miles (+9,577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    159,904 miles
    Test number
    105747421076
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly and low

  23. Pass150,327 miles (+11,042)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    150,327 miles
    Test number
    193656120456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass139,285 miles (+18,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    139,285 miles
    Test number
    492727529012
    • 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)

  25. Pass120,386 miles (+21,661)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    120,386 miles
    Test number
    120673028016
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass98,725 miles (+23,251)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    98,725 miles
    Test number
    481899527090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass75,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    75,474 miles
    Test number
    811748736090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SAL 3

What vehicle is registration SAL 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SAL 3 on a purple diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Feb 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SAL 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SAL 3 is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on SAL 3?
The MOT on SAL 3 is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SAL 3 done?
SAL 3 was recorded at 214,520 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,876 miles a year.
Has SAL 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SAL 3 has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on SAL 3 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 SAL 3 find?
SAL 3 passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: engine cover fitted; under trays fitted.

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