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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

X18 AHHMOT history

X18 AHH is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 58,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

X18 AHH grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
58,276 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 AHH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 AHH was last recorded at 58,276 miles on 16 May 2026, 2,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,204 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,072 miles
Average per year
2,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,276 miles
  • 2025 – 56,204 miles
  • 2024 – 54,686 miles
  • 2023 – 54,114 miles
  • 2022 – 53,827 miles
  • 2021 – 53,095 miles
  • 2020 – 52,772 miles
  • 2019 – 51,479 miles
  • 2018 – 49,551 miles
  • 2017 – 47,581 miles
  • 2016 – 46,049 miles
  • 2015 – 44,257 miles
  • 2014 – 42,653 miles
  • 2013 – 40,825 miles
  • 2012 – 38,750 miles
  • 2011 – 35,768 miles
  • 2010 – 32,340 miles
  • 2009 – 26,151 miles
  • 2008 – 22,493 miles
  • 2007 – 18,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,276 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in area zone A

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,276 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    674319535595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail58,276 miles (+2,072)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    352174151939
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass56,204 miles (+1,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    492554292396
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow front flexi- also poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,686 miles (+572)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    54,686 miles
    Test number
    714743496348
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass54,114 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    54,114 miles
    Test number
    561993829688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail54,113 miles (+286)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,113 miles
    Test number
    648806609876
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass53,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    53,827 miles
    Test number
    767518116042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail53,827 miles (+732)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,827 miles
    Test number
    368407553504
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished and split and cords visible at base of cracks =185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 50% imbalance on gauges (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leaking nearsdie front behind bumper when activated (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass53,095 miles (+323)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,095 miles
    Test number
    940556342424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,772 miles
    Test number
    301577371099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,772 miles (+1,293)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,772 miles
    Test number
    832332271452
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass51,479 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,479 miles
    Test number
    378566996863
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in area zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail51,479 miles (+1,928)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,479 miles
    Test number
    148899674495
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in area zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak bottom of radiator and pipe connector leaking-only water in system
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads very low-borderline pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both brakes (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass49,551 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,551 miles
    Test number
    782426226610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewalls perished

  15. Fail49,551 miles (+1,970)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,551 miles
    Test number
    228556218825
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewalls perished

  16. Pass47,581 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,581 miles
    Test number
    148052596705
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner side wall perished

  17. Fail47,578 miles (+1,529)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,578 miles
    Test number
    438075700004
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner side wall perished

  18. Pass46,049 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,049 miles
    Test number
    594114441225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail46,042 miles (+1,785)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,042 miles
    Test number
    579198976438
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass44,257 miles (+1,604)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,257 miles
    Test number
    795249555153
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is worn on inside edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is slightly cracked/perished

  21. Pass42,653 miles (+1,828)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,653 miles
    Test number
    526883664130
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass40,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,825 miles
    Test number
    369529363152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail40,825 miles (+2,075)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,825 miles
    Test number
    799772863169
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass38,750 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,750 miles
    Test number
    108599552192
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall perished

  25. Fail38,750 miles (+2,982)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,750 miles
    Test number
    525799952179
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall perished

  26. Pass35,768 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,768 miles
    Test number
    907995761168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  27. Fail35,743 miles (+3,403)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,743 miles
    Test number
    465234261111
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  28. Pass32,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,340 miles
    Test number
    652742310158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,340 miles (+6,189)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,340 miles
    Test number
    943051610106
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass26,151 miles (+3,658)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,151 miles
    Test number
    163139199077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,493 miles (+4,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,493 miles
    Test number
    401906008174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass18,171 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,171 miles
    Test number
    990443897061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

Questions about X18 AHH

Does X18 AHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 AHH is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 AHH?
The MOT on X18 AHH is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 AHH done?
X18 AHH was recorded at 58,276 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 2,098 miles a year.
Has X18 AHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 AHH has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 AHH 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 X18 AHH find?
X18 AHH passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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