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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

V8 KOOMOT history

V8 KOO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 50,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

V8 KOO blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
50,395 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 KOO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 KOO was last recorded at 50,395 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 2,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,448 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,947 miles
Average per year
2,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,395 miles
  • 2025 – 47,448 miles
  • 2024 – 45,509 miles
  • 2023 – 42,340 miles
  • 2022 – 39,557 miles
  • 2021 – 36,808 miles
  • 2020 – 35,666 miles
  • 2019 – 32,359 miles
  • 2018 – 29,508 miles
  • 2017 – 25,907 miles
  • 2016 – 22,583 miles
  • 2015 – 18,796 miles
  • 2014 – 15,555 miles
  • 2013 – 11,241 miles
  • 2012 – 9,472 miles
  • 2011 – 5,506 miles
  • 2010 – 4,500 miles
  • 2009 – 3,674 miles
  • 2008 – 2,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,395 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,395 miles (+2,947)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    50,395 miles
    Test number
    292667054951
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass47,448 miles (+1,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    47,448 miles
    Test number
    746236256801
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE SLIGHTLY WEARING LOW INNER EDGE

  3. Pass45,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    45,509 miles
    Test number
    683478130734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail45,509 miles (+3,169)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,509 miles
    Test number
    537559382438
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass42,340 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,340 miles
    Test number
    780371279127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail42,336 miles (+2,779)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,336 miles
    Test number
    785884135492
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside head light slightly insecure

  7. Pass39,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    39,557 miles
    Test number
    610204027576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,557 miles (+2,749)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,557 miles
    Test number
    626069513365
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass36,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    36,808 miles
    Test number
    843421558435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail36,808 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,808 miles
    Test number
    201798337013
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail36,808 miles (+1,142)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,808 miles
    Test number
    350002599867
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass35,666 miles (+3,307)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    35,666 miles
    Test number
    746940375650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    32,359 miles
    Test number
    821236240947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,359 miles (+2,851)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,359 miles
    Test number
    521696080173
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  15. Pass29,508 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    29,508 miles
    Test number
    839765375418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,907 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    25,907 miles
    Test number
    431580180468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,583 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    22,583 miles
    Test number
    139800607350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    18,796 miles
    Test number
    807612245027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Fail18,796 miles (+3,241)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,796 miles
    Test number
    168122945024
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Pass15,555 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    15,555 miles
    Test number
    665046454071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,241 miles (+1,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    11,241 miles
    Test number
    347894953024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass9,472 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    9,472 miles
    Test number
    955207382292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    5,506 miles
    Test number
    127564991202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail5,506 miles (+343)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,506 miles
    Test number
    328714291294
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  25. Pass5,163 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    5,163 miles
    Test number
    977317151157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass4,500 miles (+826)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    4,500 miles
    Test number
    321848980108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass3,674 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    3,674 miles
    Test number
    280556599160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass2,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    2,845 miles
    Test number
    770079518226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 KOO

Does V8 KOO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 KOO is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 KOO?
The MOT on V8 KOO is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 KOO done?
V8 KOO was recorded at 50,395 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 2,715 miles a year.
Has V8 KOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 KOO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V8 KOO 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 V8 KOO find?
V8 KOO passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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