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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

V22 HETMOT history

V22 HET is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 56,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

V22 HET black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
56,170 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V22 HET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V22 HET was last recorded at 56,170 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 2,010 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
54,160 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,010 miles
Average per year
2,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,170 miles
  • 2025 – 54,160 miles
  • 2024 – 52,167 miles
  • 2023 – 50,306 miles
  • 2022 – 48,470 miles
  • 2021 – 46,374 miles
  • 2020 – 44,786 miles
  • 2019 – 42,774 miles
  • 2018 – 40,310 miles
  • 2017 – 37,794 miles
  • 2016 – 35,357 miles
  • 2015 – 31,098 miles
  • 2014 – 27,746 miles
  • 2013 – 23,850 miles
  • 2012 – 19,345 miles
  • 2011 – 15,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,170 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,170 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    56,170 miles
    Test number
    756684253792
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail56,170 miles (+2,010)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,170 miles
    Test number
    688948712856
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,160 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    541464768780
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail54,160 miles (+1,993)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    865439982066
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,167 miles (+1,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    52,167 miles
    Test number
    752368888115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass50,306 miles (+1,836)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,306 miles
    Test number
    356483685510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass48,470 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    48,470 miles
    Test number
    737593443007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,374 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    46,374 miles
    Test number
    269453620009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,786 miles (+2,012)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    44,786 miles
    Test number
    918750564177
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass42,774 miles (+2,464)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    42,774 miles
    Test number
    326007529444
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass40,310 miles (+2,516)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,310 miles
    Test number
    916602580009
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass37,794 miles (+2,437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,794 miles
    Test number
    522110975255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass35,357 miles (+4,259)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,357 miles
    Test number
    288881764992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,098 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,098 miles
    Test number
    248956408671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,746 miles (+3,896)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,746 miles
    Test number
    695316824288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,850 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,850 miles
    Test number
    558275033259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,345 miles (+3,955)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    19,345 miles
    Test number
    755954732247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,390 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,390 miles
    Test number
    995928031219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,956 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,956 miles
    Test number
    696837261194
    • NoteHigh level brake light does not fully illuminate when operated

Questions about V22 HET

Does V22 HET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V22 HET is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V22 HET?
The MOT on V22 HET is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V22 HET done?
V22 HET was recorded at 56,170 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 2,715 miles a year.
Has V22 HET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V22 HET has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V22 HET 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 V22 HET find?
V22 HET passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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