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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

J79 JORMOT history

J79 JOR is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2025 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 97,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2024.

J79 JOR green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2025
Mileage
97,004 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2024
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J79 JOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

J79 JOR was last recorded at 97,004 miles on 31 Jan 2024, 4,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,211 miles · 2 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,793 miles
Average per year
4,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,004 miles
  • 2023 – 92,211 miles
  • 2022 – 81,926 miles
  • 2021 – 73,232 miles
  • 2019 – 66,298 miles
  • 2018 – 61,218 miles
  • 2017 – 57,936 miles
  • 2016 – 54,466 miles
  • 2015 – 51,550 miles
  • 2014 – 46,001 miles
  • 2013 – 42,795 miles
  • 2012 – 40,822 miles
  • 2011 – 38,462 miles
  • 2010 – 36,215 miles
  • 2009 – 30,624 miles
  • 2008 – 27,153 miles
  • 2007 – 23,920 miles
  • 2006 – 20,875 miles
  • 2005 – 17,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,004 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Both Seat belt slight retracting mechanism
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,004 miles (+4,793)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    97,004 miles
    Test number
    539484974247
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both Seat belt slight retracting mechanism
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass92,211 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,211 miles
    Test number
    957604694875
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both beam images not very good (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing old (needs attention) 185/60x14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil light came on during test
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers both covers loose

  3. Fail92,211 miles (+10,285)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,211 miles
    Test number
    184658207102
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both beam images not very good (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing old (needs attention) 185/60x14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil light came on during test
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers both covers loose

  4. Pass81,926 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,926 miles
    Test number
    970635716536
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

  5. Fail81,926 miles (+8,694)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,926 miles
    Test number
    841684352140
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

  6. Pass73,232 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,232 miles
    Test number
    342072525367
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Pad not fitted correctly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Fail73,232 miles (+6,934)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,232 miles
    Test number
    695848318925
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Pad not fitted correctly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass66,298 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,298 miles
    Test number
    116359693052
    • AdvisoryBoth windscreen wipers slightly smeary
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Fail66,298 miles (+5,080)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,298 miles
    Test number
    956988072530
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth windscreen wipers slightly smeary
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass61,218 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,218 miles
    Test number
    120945623642
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail61,218 miles (+3,282)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,218 miles
    Test number
    424502835494
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass57,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,936 miles
    Test number
    989859893433
    • AdvisoryEML light on

  13. Fail57,936 miles (+3,470)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,936 miles
    Test number
    937624473379
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEML light on

  14. Pass54,466 miles (+2,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,466 miles
    Test number
    298478446420
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box corroded outer casing (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing sidewall also wearing on edges

  15. Pass51,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,550 miles
    Test number
    703023865648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,550 miles (+2,470)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,550 miles
    Test number
    534356561037
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass49,080 miles (+3,079)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,080 miles
    Test number
    475037415132
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust backbox deteriorated

  18. Pass46,001 miles (+3,206)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,001 miles
    Test number
    699848914172
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges!

  19. Pass42,795 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,795 miles
    Test number
    407281323185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,782 miles (+1,960)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,782 miles
    Test number
    269975113113
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass40,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,822 miles
    Test number
    246897812472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,822 miles (+2,360)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,822 miles
    Test number
    539087812131
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass38,462 miles (+2,247)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,462 miles
    Test number
    439716611136
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass36,215 miles (+5,591)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,215 miles
    Test number
    870806810134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to crack all over

  25. Pass30,624 miles (+3,471)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,624 miles
    Test number
    363497419198
    • NotePerishing to rear tyre sidewalls
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroded

  26. Pass27,153 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,153 miles
    Test number
    241065908137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail27,153 miles (+3,233)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,153 miles
    Test number
    352175108174
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass23,920 miles (+3,045)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,920 miles
    Test number
    333420417128
    • NoteO/s/f sleeve cracked on anti roll bar
    • NoteRear discs have corrosion

  29. Pass20,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,875 miles
    Test number
    302679506103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail20,875 miles (+3,011)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,875 miles
    Test number
    281508606181
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  31. Pass17,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    17,864 miles
    Test number
    401085415101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J79 JOR

Does J79 JOR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J79 JOR expired on 6 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J79 JOR?
The MOT on J79 JOR expired on 6 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J79 JOR done?
J79 JOR was recorded at 97,004 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2024, an average of 4,217 miles a year.
Has J79 JOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J79 JOR has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on J79 JOR 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 J79 JOR find?
J79 JOR passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; front coil spring corroded both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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