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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

V18 VEPMOT history

V18 VEP is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

V18 VEP black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
84,475 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,914 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 VEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
8 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 VEP was last recorded at 84,475 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,471 miles · 15 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,914 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,475 miles
  • 2024 – 81,132 miles
  • 2023 – 78,773 miles
  • 2022 – 76,550 miles
  • 2021 – 72,471 miles
  • 2020 – 68,100 miles
  • 2019 – 63,980 miles
  • 2018 – 59,628 miles
  • 2017 – 54,141 miles
  • 2016 – 46,672 miles
  • 2015 – 44,476 miles
  • 2014 – 41,418 miles
  • 2012 – 33,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,475 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,475 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,475 miles
    Test number
    856764916981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,471 miles (+3,339)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,471 miles
    Test number
    127745836726
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass81,132 miles (+2,359)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,132 miles
    Test number
    400479137252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just meet the legal limit/175/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded bothside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass78,773 miles (+32)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,773 miles
    Test number
    955310921881
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail78,741 miles (+2,191)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,741 miles
    Test number
    995760916053
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass76,550 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,550 miles
    Test number
    123693384661
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail76,550 miles (+4,079)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,550 miles
    Test number
    448487951068
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass72,471 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,471 miles
    Test number
    965101626387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight damage on windscreen

  9. Fail72,471 miles (+4,371)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,471 miles
    Test number
    449708564078
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight damage on windscreen

  10. Pass68,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,100 miles
    Test number
    494258484776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,100 miles (+4,120)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,100 miles
    Test number
    991767638862
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside + cracked (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass63,980 miles (+4,352)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,980 miles
    Test number
    426178487766
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside +cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  13. Pass59,628 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,628 miles
    Test number
    730045521412
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCouple of stonechips on windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has a wear on the inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Fail59,628 miles (+5,487)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,628 miles
    Test number
    263128834892
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCouple of stonechips on windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has a wear on the inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  15. Pass54,141 miles (+7,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,141 miles
    Test number
    556613599614
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box skin/shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass46,672 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,672 miles
    Test number
    861213028540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,476 miles (+3,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,476 miles
    Test number
    128203825018
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  18. Pass41,418 miles (+7,622)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,418 miles
    Test number
    258850224099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,796 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,796 miles
    Test number
    306521742332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,795 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,795 miles
    Test number
    155240242399
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about V18 VEP

Does V18 VEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 VEP is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V18 VEP?
The MOT on V18 VEP is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 VEP done?
V18 VEP was recorded at 84,475 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 3,914 miles a year.
Has V18 VEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 VEP has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V18 VEP 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 VEP find?
V18 VEP passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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