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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 999 cc

X18 SHSMOT history

X18 SHS is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jan 2018. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 6 of 11 MOT tests, with 61,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

X18 SHS black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,926 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
11
6 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 SHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
24 Jan 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X18 SHS was last recorded at 61,926 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 4,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,988 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,938 miles
Average per year
6,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,926 miles
  • 2025 – 56,988 miles
  • 2024 – 47,756 miles
  • 2023 – 38,243 miles
  • 2022 – 31,136 miles
  • 2021 – 23,173 miles
  • 2020 – 21,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail61,926 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cord ribs can be seen m,bold outer edge min tread 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.867 (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 5.26 (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 283 (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum. topped up during pre checks
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front DYL not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold outer edge min tread 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner damage
  • AdvisoryFuel tank very low

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.

  • Offside Front O/S/F DRL not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 1 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail61,926 miles (+4,938)1 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,926 miles
    Test number
    513097635364
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cord ribs can be seen m,bold outer edge min tread 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.867 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 5.26 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 283 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum. topped up during pre checks
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front DYL not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold outer edge min tread 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner damage
    • AdvisoryFuel tank very low
  2. Pass56,988 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    56,988 miles
    Test number
    171180838984
    • AdvisoryOffside Front O/S/F DRL not working
  3. Fail56,978 miles (+9,222)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,978 miles
    Test number
    134429706222
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed low oil. low fuel EML illuminated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front O/S/F DRL not working
  4. Pass47,756 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    47,756 miles
    Test number
    412474858902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))
  5. Fail47,756 miles (+9,513)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,756 miles
    Test number
    228664850874
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))
  6. Pass38,243 miles (+7,107)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    38,243 miles
    Test number
    878854539654
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  7. Pass31,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    31,136 miles
    Test number
    434228242962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail31,136 miles (+7,963)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,136 miles
    Test number
    930919189784
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  9. Pass23,173 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    23,173 miles
    Test number
    973557253518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,551 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    21,551 miles
    Test number
    909701968225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail21,550 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,550 miles
    Test number
    561427112140
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about X18 SHS

Does X18 SHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 SHS is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X18 SHS?
The MOT on X18 SHS is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 SHS done?
X18 SHS was recorded at 61,926 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 6,664 miles a year.
Has X18 SHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 SHS has failed 5 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 SHS 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 SHS find?
X18 SHS failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed cord ribs can be seen m,bold outer edge min tread 1.6mm; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.867, and 14 more.

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