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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,390 cc

V23 MCCMOT history

V23 MCC is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 85,883 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

V23 MCC grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
85,883 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 MCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 MCC was last recorded at 85,883 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 5,252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,631 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,252 miles
Average per year
5,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,883 miles
  • 2025 – 80,631 miles
  • 2024 – 74,910 miles
  • 2023 – 68,993 miles
  • 2022 – 62,645 miles
  • 2021 – 54,248 miles
  • 2020 – 51,354 miles
  • 2019 – 42,837 miles
  • 2018 – 34,931 miles
  • 2017 – 26,495 miles
  • 2016 – 19,184 miles
  • 2015 – 16,411 miles
  • 2014 – 14,039 miles
  • 2013 – 11,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,883 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust sleeve corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping on inside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping on inside (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Both front wishbones, front subframe and most chassis/hub components corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both front rearmost wishbone bushes starting to pull from bond.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,883 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    85,883 miles
    Test number
    648677739870
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust sleeve corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping on inside (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail85,881 miles (+5,250)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,881 miles
    Test number
    399092821757
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust sleeve corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping on inside (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass80,631 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    80,631 miles
    Test number
    705488679822
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones, front subframe and most chassis/hub components corroded.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror case damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both,stepping on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail80,631 miles (+5,721)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,631 miles
    Test number
    851188458996
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones, front subframe and most chassis/hub components corroded.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror case damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both,stepping on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,910 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,910 miles
    Test number
    965444236760
    • AdvisoryBoth front rearmost wishbone bushes starting to pull from bond.
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones, front subframe and most chassis/hub components corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi repair (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Strut mount has lift
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner heal, Suspect wheel alignment issue?
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres stepped on inner edges.

  6. Fail74,909 miles (+5,916)2 dangerous2 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,909 miles
    Test number
    702841353113
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front rearmost wishbone bushes starting to pull from bond.
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones, front subframe and most chassis/hub components corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi repair (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Strut mount has lift
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner heal, Suspect wheel alignment issue?
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres stepped on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryTpms lamp on

  7. Pass68,993 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,993 miles
    Test number
    336846883719
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both stepping on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail68,993 miles (+6,348)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,993 miles
    Test number
    620730038324
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both stepping on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass62,645 miles (+8,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    159984081739
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and Rear inner , Approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (fitted to vehicles first used from 1 January 2012)

  10. Pass54,248 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,248 miles
    Test number
    924567059483
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail54,248 miles (+2,894)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,248 miles
    Test number
    648933927955
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass51,354 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,354 miles
    Test number
    767045120613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking or perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail51,354 miles (+8,517)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,354 miles
    Test number
    994766910272
    • DangerousFront Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking or perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass42,837 miles (+7,906)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,837 miles
    Test number
    390597500585
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting deep on inner sidewall (unable to see ply) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting deep on inner and outer sidewalls (unable to see ply) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass34,931 miles (+8,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    34,931 miles
    Test number
    183219168214
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs poor but fine for life of pads, pads ok.
    • AdvisoryREAR TYRES (215/45/16 86H) DATED 2010 AND IN POOR CONDITION, N/S/R LOSING STRUCTURE, ADVISE NEW TYRES.

  16. Pass26,495 miles (+7,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    26,495 miles
    Test number
    108332176241
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking in tread

  17. Pass19,184 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    19,184 miles
    Test number
    154012283051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,411 miles (+2,372)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    16,411 miles
    Test number
    846825155189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,039 miles (+2,377)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    14,039 miles
    Test number
    188755654119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    11,662 miles
    Test number
    389535553116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V23 MCC

Does V23 MCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 MCC is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 MCC?
The MOT on V23 MCC is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 MCC done?
V23 MCC was recorded at 85,883 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 5,553 miles a year.
Has V23 MCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 MCC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V23 MCC 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 MCC find?
V23 MCC passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central exhaust sleeve corroded; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi, and 9 more.

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