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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V56 EREMOT history

V56 ERE is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 41,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
41,916 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 ERE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 ERE was last recorded at 41,916 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 6,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,834 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,082 miles
Average per year
1,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,916 miles
  • 2025 – 35,834 miles
  • 2023 – 34,077 miles
  • 2022 – 33,580 miles
  • 2021 – 32,866 miles
  • 2020 – 32,712 miles
  • 2019 – 32,228 miles
  • 2018 – 30,488 miles
  • 2017 – 29,117 miles
  • 2016 – 26,199 miles
  • 2015 – 24,225 miles
  • 2014 – 22,962 miles
  • 2013 – 21,385 miles
  • 2012 – 19,329 miles
  • 2011 – 17,853 miles
  • 2010 – 16,154 miles
  • 2009 – 14,964 miles
  • 2008 – 12,671 miles
  • 2007 – 10,463 miles
  • 2006 – 8,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,916 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3mm/worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,916 miles (+6,082)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    41,916 miles
    Test number
    231029098422
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3mm/worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass35,834 miles (+1,757)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    35,834 miles
    Test number
    406167998011
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass34,077 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    34,077 miles
    Test number
    753647227957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass33,580 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    33,580 miles
    Test number
    528712933138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass32,866 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    32,866 miles
    Test number
    812810480640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass32,712 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    499057298313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,228 miles (+1,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,228 miles
    Test number
    239410475043
    • 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))

  8. Pass30,488 miles (+1,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    30,488 miles
    Test number
    271975196740
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass29,117 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    29,117 miles
    Test number
    847010273916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,199 miles (+1,974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    26,199 miles
    Test number
    293431255424
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryGear box has slight oil leak

  11. Pass24,225 miles (+1,263)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    24,225 miles
    Test number
    746648053357
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil leak noted

  12. Pass22,962 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    22,962 miles
    Test number
    319317664480
    • NoteExhaust slightyl corroded
    • NoteGear box has slight oil leak

  13. Fail22,962 miles (+1,577)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,962 miles
    Test number
    545876964233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteExhaust slightyl corroded
    • NoteGear box has slight oil leak

  14. Pass21,385 miles (+2,056)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    21,385 miles
    Test number
    505917663226
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGear box has slight oil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass19,329 miles (+1,476)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,329 miles
    Test number
    718669562295
    • NoteRear exhasust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight gear box leak

  16. Pass17,853 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,853 miles
    Test number
    908904161208
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gear box

  17. Fail17,853 miles (+1,699)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,853 miles
    Test number
    429723361276
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gear box

  18. Pass16,154 miles (+1,190)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,154 miles
    Test number
    720851170225
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteGear box has slight oil leak

  19. Pass14,964 miles (+2,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    14,964 miles
    Test number
    794972079284
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gear box

  20. Pass12,671 miles (+2,208)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    12,671 miles
    Test number
    434226068278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,463 miles (+1,686)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    10,463 miles
    Test number
    603219167223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,777 miles
    Test number
    481092166236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V56 ERE

Does V56 ERE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V56 ERE is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V56 ERE?
The MOT on V56 ERE is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V56 ERE done?
V56 ERE was recorded at 41,916 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 1,691 miles a year.
Has V56 ERE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 ERE has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2014.
Has the mileage on V56 ERE 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 V56 ERE find?
V56 ERE passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust system corroded; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 3 more.

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