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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 999 cc

V1 WHWMOT history

V1 WHW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 19 MOT tests, with 121,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

V1 WHW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
121,295 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
10 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 WHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
28 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 WHW was last recorded at 121,295 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,295 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,295 miles
  • 2025 – 119,357 miles
  • 2024 – 115,877 miles
  • 2023 – 111,758 miles
  • 2022 – 107,537 miles
  • 2021 – 99,487 miles
  • 2020 – 79,078 miles
  • 2019 – 62,547 miles
  • 2018 – 43,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,295 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn unevenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    121,295 miles
    Test number
    751903263097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail121,295 miles (+1,938)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,295 miles
    Test number
    966855483824
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass119,357 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    119,357 miles
    Test number
    140180088792
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail119,357 miles (+3,480)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,357 miles
    Test number
    282730949080
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass115,877 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    115,877 miles
    Test number
    203187337190
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail115,877 miles (+4,119)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,877 miles
    Test number
    171232625111
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,758 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,758 miles
    Test number
    408379118067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,721 miles (+4,184)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,721 miles
    Test number
    295732658681
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass107,537 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,537 miles
    Test number
    549363106445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,443 miles (+7,956)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,443 miles
    Test number
    709142824973
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass99,487 miles (+9,021)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,487 miles
    Test number
    101701658447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,466 miles
    Test number
    283917863005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail90,466 miles (+11,388)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,466 miles
    Test number
    932948217542
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass79,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,078 miles
    Test number
    710621212237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,078 miles (+16,531)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,078 miles
    Test number
    774411903530
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  16. Pass62,547 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,547 miles
    Test number
    222431691745
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  17. Fail62,547 miles (+19,477)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,547 miles
    Test number
    251532853266
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment loose at floor (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  18. Pass43,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    43,070 miles
    Test number
    477942823439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail43,070 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,070 miles
    Test number
    375981816208
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm needs tracking bad (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about V1 WHW

Does V1 WHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 WHW is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 WHW?
The MOT on V1 WHW is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 WHW done?
V1 WHW was recorded at 121,295 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 9,349 miles a year.
Has V1 WHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 WHW has failed 9 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V1 WHW 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 V1 WHW find?
V1 WHW passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall; nearside rear tyre worn uneven; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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