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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

W18 MAUMOT history

W18 MAU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 74,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

W18 MAU 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 Oct 2026
Mileage
74,249 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 MAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

W18 MAU was last recorded at 74,249 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 3,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,124 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,125 miles
Average per year
3,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,249 miles
  • 2025 – 71,124 miles
  • 2024 – 67,172 miles
  • 2023 – 65,066 miles
  • 2022 – 63,448 miles
  • 2021 – 60,908 miles
  • 2020 – 58,928 miles
  • 2019 – 56,355 miles
  • 2018 – 53,500 miles
  • 2017 – 50,818 miles
  • 2016 – 48,170 miles
  • 2015 – 44,900 miles
  • 2014 – 41,699 miles
  • 2013 – 36,946 miles
  • 2012 – 26,430 miles
  • 2011 – 14,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,249 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust silencer showing signs of heavy corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Silencer Deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,249 miles (+3,125)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,249 miles
    Test number
    795163496402
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust silencer showing signs of heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass71,124 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    71,124 miles
    Test number
    673904255438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer Deteriorating

  3. Fail71,120 miles (+3,948)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,120 miles
    Test number
    168476463768
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer Deteriorating

  4. Pass67,172 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    359631659324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail67,172 miles (+2,106)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    381397265141
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass65,066 miles (+1,618)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    65,066 miles
    Test number
    223131231118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,448 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    63,448 miles
    Test number
    417086224514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,908 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,908 miles
    Test number
    534708795929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,928 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,928 miles
    Test number
    672851172124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated.

  10. Fail58,925 miles (+2,570)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,925 miles
    Test number
    372489834040
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated.

  11. Pass56,355 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    56,355 miles
    Test number
    760658954626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,500 miles (+2,682)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,500 miles
    Test number
    147609743953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,818 miles (+2,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    773676166159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass48,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,170 miles
    Test number
    691884704920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,170 miles (+3,270)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,170 miles
    Test number
    846822347332
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass44,900 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,900 miles
    Test number
    333744598895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,699 miles (+4,753)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    41,699 miles
    Test number
    895482614289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,946 miles (+10,516)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,946 miles
    Test number
    868441413227
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass26,430 miles (+11,644)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,430 miles
    Test number
    165707602291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    14,786 miles
    Test number
    316857421294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W18 MAU

Does W18 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 MAU is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on W18 MAU?
The MOT on W18 MAU is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 MAU done?
W18 MAU was recorded at 74,249 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 3,915 miles a year.
Has W18 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 MAU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on W18 MAU 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 W18 MAU find?
W18 MAU failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 7 more.

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