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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2013 · 1,390 cc

V23 AAWMOT history

V23 AAW is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 65,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

V23 AAW red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
65,906 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 AAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 AAW was last recorded at 65,906 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 2,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
63,073 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,833 miles
Average per year
5,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,906 miles
  • 2024 – 59,068 miles
  • 2023 – 54,737 miles
  • 2022 – 49,364 miles
  • 2021 – 44,215 miles
  • 2020 – 41,029 miles
  • 2019 – 34,812 miles
  • 2018 – 28,507 miles
  • 2017 – 21,428 miles
  • 2016 – 14,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,906 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,906 miles (+2,833)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    65,906 miles
    Test number
    597729086926
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass63,073 miles (+4,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,073 miles
    Test number
    535806310779
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass59,068 miles (+4,331)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    59,068 miles
    Test number
    563981729099
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fliexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  4. Pass54,737 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,737 miles
    Test number
    857581386278
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Fail54,737 miles (+5,373)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,737 miles
    Test number
    846817625382
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass49,364 miles (+5,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    49,364 miles
    Test number
    742121008122
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass44,215 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,215 miles
    Test number
    634549576120
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Fail44,215 miles (+3,186)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,215 miles
    Test number
    289636642363
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  9. Pass41,029 miles (+6,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    41,029 miles
    Test number
    911499301557
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Pass34,812 miles (+6,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    34,812 miles
    Test number
    957743154106
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket corroded.

  11. Pass28,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    28,507 miles
    Test number
    706523273645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail28,507 miles (+7,079)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,507 miles
    Test number
    383802626347
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass21,428 miles (+6,454)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    21,428 miles
    Test number
    845848643097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,974 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    14,974 miles
    Test number
    550413348630
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V23 AAW

Does V23 AAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 AAW is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V23 AAW?
The MOT on V23 AAW is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 AAW done?
V23 AAW was recorded at 65,906 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 5,189 miles a year.
Has V23 AAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 AAW has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V23 AAW 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 V23 AAW find?
V23 AAW passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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