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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

J8 OKBMOT history

J8 OKB is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 149,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

J8 OKB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
149,869 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 OKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 OKB was last recorded at 149,869 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,869 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,869 miles
  • 2024 – 137,353 miles
  • 2023 – 124,398 miles
  • 2022 – 116,977 miles
  • 2021 – 88,795 miles
  • 2020 – 68,120 miles
  • 2019 – 50,615 miles
  • 2018 – 42,680 miles
  • 2016 – 39,497 miles
  • 2015 – 34,256 miles
  • 2014 – 29,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,869 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    149,869 miles
    Test number
    933732294172
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail149,869 miles (+12,516)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,869 miles
    Test number
    591936337060
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass137,353 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    137,353 miles
    Test number
    246651235675
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail137,353 miles (+12,955)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,353 miles
    Test number
    899034038792
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass124,398 miles (+7,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    124,398 miles
    Test number
    577553888532
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass116,977 miles (+12,915)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,977 miles
    Test number
    827871257159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,062 miles (+15,267)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    104,062 miles
    Test number
    784415904978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,795 miles (+20,675)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,795 miles
    Test number
    983322334609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,120 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,120 miles
    Test number
    413233932422
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBumper slightly insecure nearside front.
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield damaged.
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Fail68,120 miles (+17,505)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,120 miles
    Test number
    334005899296
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBumper slightly insecure nearside front.
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass50,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    50,615 miles
    Test number
    881695277027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail50,615 miles (+7,935)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,615 miles
    Test number
    255873839468
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass42,680 miles (+3,183)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,680 miles
    Test number
    946026043219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,497 miles (+5,241)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    39,497 miles
    Test number
    593817864294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,256 miles (+4,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    34,256 miles
    Test number
    901874473690
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  16. Pass29,287 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,287 miles
    Test number
    188789804344
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about J8 OKB

Does J8 OKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 OKB is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 OKB?
The MOT on J8 OKB is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 OKB done?
J8 OKB was recorded at 149,869 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 10,753 miles a year.
Has J8 OKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 OKB has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 OKB 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 J8 OKB find?
J8 OKB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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