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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

J66 XMSMOT history

J66 XMS is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

J66 XMS black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,850 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 XMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 XMS was last recorded at 97,850 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,850 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,850 miles
  • 2025 – 87,905 miles
  • 2024 – 80,460 miles
  • 2023 – 78,227 miles
  • 2022 – 74,745 miles
  • 2021 – 67,448 miles
  • 2020 – 62,946 miles
  • 2019 – 60,375 miles
  • 2018 – 59,052 miles
  • 2017 – 54,748 miles
  • 2016 – 52,198 miles
  • 2015 – 49,377 miles
  • 2014 – 46,762 miles
  • 2012 – 42,260 miles
  • 2011 – 38,752 miles
  • 2010 – 35,379 miles
  • 2009 – 31,076 miles
  • 2008 – 27,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,850 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,850 miles
    Test number
    816378771903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,850 miles (+9,945)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,850 miles
    Test number
    976155637740
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  3. Pass87,905 miles (+7,445)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    87,905 miles
    Test number
    979083023579
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Left front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass80,460 miles (+2,233)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,460 miles
    Test number
    750085949522
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Right front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords left front (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass78,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,227 miles
    Test number
    974249772119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,226 miles (+3,481)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,226 miles
    Test number
    197386977191
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass74,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,745 miles
    Test number
    786656099170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail74,745 miles (+7,297)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,745 miles
    Test number
    608641746446
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  9. Pass67,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    67,448 miles
    Test number
    479717329861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,447 miles (+4,501)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,447 miles
    Test number
    672423014919
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass62,946 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,946 miles
    Test number
    706122833471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,375 miles (+1,323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    60,375 miles
    Test number
    342297298624
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass59,052 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,052 miles
    Test number
    127681813838
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box is corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items
  14. Fail59,052 miles (+4,304)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,052 miles
    Test number
    615966594997
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working replaced bulb ------ Bulb N501 ------- (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box is corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to the vehicle are covering testable items
  15. Pass54,748 miles (+2,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,748 miles
    Test number
    224517137349
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass52,198 miles (+2,821)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,198 miles
    Test number
    744328410487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,377 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,377 miles
    Test number
    538461455036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,762 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,762 miles
    Test number
    747717554030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,260 miles (+3,508)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,260 miles
    Test number
    238454342236
    • NoteEXHAUST BACK BOX BADLY CORRODED/NOT LEAKING
  20. Pass38,752 miles (+3,373)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,752 miles
    Test number
    445154541258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear suspension bump stops broken
  21. Pass35,379 miles (+4,303)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,379 miles
    Test number
    223555240208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise cuts o/s/f tyre outer wall
  22. Pass31,076 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,076 miles
    Test number
    473002639224
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
  23. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    621902639240
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
  24. Pass27,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,534 miles
    Test number
    973423758255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J66 XMS

Does J66 XMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 XMS is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 XMS?
The MOT on J66 XMS is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 XMS done?
J66 XMS was recorded at 97,850 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 4,023 miles a year.
Has J66 XMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 XMS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on J66 XMS 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 J66 XMS find?
J66 XMS passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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