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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

V18 RATMOT history

V18 RAT is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 80,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

V18 RAT white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
80,238 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 RAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 RAT was last recorded at 80,238 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 9,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,998 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,240 miles
Average per year
4,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,238 miles
  • 2025 – 70,998 miles
  • 2024 – 66,793 miles
  • 2023 – 62,633 miles
  • 2022 – 57,096 miles
  • 2021 – 52,763 miles
  • 2020 – 49,898 miles
  • 2019 – 47,382 miles
  • 2018 – 44,515 miles
  • 2017 – 39,706 miles
  • 2016 – 33,181 miles
  • 2015 – 26,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,238 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,238 miles (+9,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    80,238 miles
    Test number
    961963811026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,998 miles (+4,205)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    70,998 miles
    Test number
    746401799021
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass66,793 miles (+4,160)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,793 miles
    Test number
    671056634347
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass62,633 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    62,633 miles
    Test number
    828803510373
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Centre clamp corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail62,633 miles (+5,537)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,633 miles
    Test number
    250555491075
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Centre clamp corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass57,096 miles (+4,333)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    57,096 miles
    Test number
    219137726583
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass52,763 miles (+2,865)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    52,763 miles
    Test number
    704670432054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,898 miles (+2,516)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    49,898 miles
    Test number
    870832264541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,382 miles (+2,867)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    47,382 miles
    Test number
    871551984347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,515 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,515 miles
    Test number
    604567791421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,706 miles (+6,525)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,706 miles
    Test number
    444247505195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,181 miles (+6,604)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    33,181 miles
    Test number
    652953056458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,577 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,577 miles
    Test number
    608913025275
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail26,577 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,577 miles
    Test number
    187303125262
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about V18 RAT

Does V18 RAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 RAT is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 RAT?
The MOT on V18 RAT is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 RAT done?
V18 RAT was recorded at 80,238 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,901 miles a year.
Has V18 RAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 RAT has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on V18 RAT 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 V18 RAT find?
V18 RAT passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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