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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2018 · 999 cc

X8 SHVMOT history

X8 SHV is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Nov 2018. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 49,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

X8 SHV red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
49,316 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 SHV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
3 Nov 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 SHV was last recorded at 49,316 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 11,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,152 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,164 miles
Average per year
7,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,316 miles
  • 2025 – 38,152 miles
  • 2024 – 30,462 miles
  • 2023 – 22,634 miles
  • 2021 – 10,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,316 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 9 Oct 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,316 miles (+11,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    49,316 miles
    Test number
    517985089716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass38,152 miles (+7,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    38,152 miles
    Test number
    249520572600
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing almost to cords 195/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass30,462 miles (+35)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    30,462 miles
    Test number
    190137746574
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail30,427 miles (+7,793)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,427 miles
    Test number
    781750371199
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 2-3 mil tread depth +cuts in tread area replacement recommended
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass22,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    22,634 miles
    Test number
    281839481246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall 195/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged in the tread almost to cords! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail22,634 miles (+12,328)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,634 miles
    Test number
    976428446196
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall 195/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged in the tread almost to cords! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass10,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    10,306 miles
    Test number
    853819769581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X8 SHV

Does X8 SHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 SHV is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 SHV?
The MOT on X8 SHV is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 SHV done?
X8 SHV was recorded at 49,316 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 7,778 miles a year.
Has X8 SHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 SHV has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X8 SHV 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 X8 SHV find?
X8 SHV passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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