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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,400 cc

V21 AKAMOT history

V21 AKA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 111,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

V21 AKA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
111,983 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 AKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 AKA was last recorded at 111,983 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 13,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,857 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
13,126 miles
Average per year
6,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,983 miles
  • 2024 – 98,857 miles
  • 2023 – 89,788 miles
  • 2022 – 74,910 miles
  • 2021 – 56,182 miles
  • 2020 – 51,303 miles
  • 2019 – 50,329 miles
  • 2018 – 49,467 miles
  • 2017 – 47,880 miles
  • 2016 – 42,978 miles
  • 2015 – 39,617 miles
  • 2014 – 33,285 miles
  • 2013 – 28,011 miles
  • 2012 – 23,985 miles
  • 2011 – 16,918 miles
  • 2010 – 13,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,983 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 Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,983 miles (+13,126)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    111,983 miles
    Test number
    191395282086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,857 miles (+9,069)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    98,857 miles
    Test number
    998735633986
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  3. Pass89,788 miles (+14,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    89,788 miles
    Test number
    358480644244
    • 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))
  4. Pass74,910 miles (+18,728)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,910 miles
    Test number
    169787493844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass56,182 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    56,182 miles
    Test number
    518078125214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,303 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    51,303 miles
    Test number
    204064703527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,329 miles (+862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,329 miles
    Test number
    554487585593
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high
  8. Pass49,467 miles (+1,587)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,467 miles
    Test number
    512992977670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,880 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,880 miles
    Test number
    494286215805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,978 miles (+3,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,978 miles
    Test number
    143035941006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass39,617 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,617 miles
    Test number
    257461445448
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail39,608 miles (+6,323)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,608 miles
    Test number
    149040945149
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  13. Pass33,285 miles (+5,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,285 miles
    Test number
    215428914169
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass28,011 miles (+4,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,011 miles
    Test number
    467683633174
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail23,985 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,985 miles
    Test number
    257064942458
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass23,985 miles (+7,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,985 miles
    Test number
    288354942485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass16,918 miles (+3,892)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,918 miles
    Test number
    896456811121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,026 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    13,026 miles
    Test number
    791286240188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    12,765 miles
    Test number
    270030110460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V21 AKA

Does V21 AKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 AKA is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V21 AKA?
The MOT on V21 AKA is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 AKA done?
V21 AKA was recorded at 111,983 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 6,364 miles a year.
Has V21 AKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 AKA has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2015.
Has the mileage on V21 AKA 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 V21 AKA find?
V21 AKA passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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