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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

SAM 849MOT history

SAM 849 is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

SAM 849 red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
85,523 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SAM 849
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SAM 849 was last recorded at 85,523 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 4,611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,912 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,611 miles
Average per year
4,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,523 miles
  • 2025 – 80,912 miles
  • 2024 – 75,382 miles
  • 2023 – 68,910 miles
  • 2022 – 63,880 miles
  • 2021 – 54,504 miles
  • 2020 – 45,621 miles
  • 2019 – 40,883 miles
  • 2018 – 35,643 miles
  • 2017 – 29,456 miles
  • 2016 – 21,079 miles
  • 2015 – 19,349 miles
  • 2014 – 17,597 miles
  • 2013 – 15,046 miles
  • 2012 – 13,790 miles
  • 2011 – 12,255 miles
  • 2010 – 10,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,523 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,523 miles (+4,611)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    85,523 miles
    Test number
    136004386823
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass80,912 miles (+5,530)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    80,912 miles
    Test number
    604363098560
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass75,382 miles (+181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,382 miles
    Test number
    462334137384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail75,201 miles (+6,291)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    794560376995
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass68,910 miles (+5,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,910 miles
    Test number
    488165598004
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass63,880 miles (+9,376)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,880 miles
    Test number
    716055798640
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,504 miles (+8,883)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,504 miles
    Test number
    525944718313
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass45,621 miles (+4,738)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    729097859866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,883 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,883 miles
    Test number
    240567524186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,763 miles (+5,120)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,763 miles
    Test number
    587560494620
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass35,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    35,643 miles
    Test number
    440678162905
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail35,643 miles (+6,187)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,643 miles
    Test number
    415111189438
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass29,456 miles (+8,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    29,456 miles
    Test number
    636586284095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass21,079 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    21,079 miles
    Test number
    934828085054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,349 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    19,349 miles
    Test number
    135305435025
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  16. Fail19,315 miles (+1,718)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,315 miles
    Test number
    775483635080
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  17. Pass17,597 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    17,597 miles
    Test number
    439580334041
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail17,595 miles (+2,549)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,595 miles
    Test number
    815248224060
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass15,046 miles (+1,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    15,046 miles
    Test number
    116239423458
    • 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)

  20. Pass13,790 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    13,790 miles
    Test number
    178349832018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,255 miles (+1,773)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    12,255 miles
    Test number
    119129251409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    10,482 miles
    Test number
    383538050063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about SAM 849

What vehicle is registration SAM 849 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SAM 849 on a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Dec 2006. 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 SAM 849 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SAM 849 is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on SAM 849?
The MOT on SAM 849 is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SAM 849 done?
SAM 849 was recorded at 85,523 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 4,551 miles a year.
Has SAM 849 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SAM 849 has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on SAM 849 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 SAM 849 find?
SAM 849 passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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