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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

K18 FJRMOT history

K18 FJR is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

K18 FJR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
73,258 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 FJR
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
2 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 FJR was last recorded at 73,258 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 5,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,465 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,793 miles
Average per year
4,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,258 miles
  • 2025 – 67,465 miles
  • 2024 – 59,890 miles
  • 2023 – 52,929 miles
  • 2022 – 41,823 miles
  • 2020 – 36,669 miles
  • 2019 – 31,206 miles
  • 2018 – 29,863 miles
  • 2017 – 28,356 miles
  • 2016 – 26,413 miles
  • 2015 – 26,405 miles
  • 2014 – 22,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,258 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively advise closer inspection (1.2.1 (f))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,258 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    73,258 miles
    Test number
    587581840493
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively advise closer inspection (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail73,258 miles (+5,793)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,258 miles
    Test number
    345950754011
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively advise closer inspection (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass67,465 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    67,465 miles
    Test number
    667817223835
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail67,465 miles (+7,575)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,465 miles
    Test number
    275694900039
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175 70 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass59,890 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    59,890 miles
    Test number
    518785789576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm 175 70 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail59,890 miles (+6,961)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,890 miles
    Test number
    799742371490
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm 175 70 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    205566441197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,929 miles (+11,106)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    189414287172
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175 70 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass41,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    41,823 miles
    Test number
    352194965048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail41,822 miles (+5,153)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,822 miles
    Test number
    995154376249
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass36,669 miles (+5,463)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    36,669 miles
    Test number
    870401379519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    289933372110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,206 miles (+1,343)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    561836404085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass29,863 miles (+1,507)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    29,863 miles
    Test number
    248594631462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass28,356 miles (+1,943)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    28,356 miles
    Test number
    930659005146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,413 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    26,413 miles
    Test number
    672965510618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,405 miles
    Test number
    937910514409
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered

  18. Fail26,405 miles (+3,566)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,405 miles
    Test number
    588790802429
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered

  19. Pass22,839 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    22,839 miles
    Test number
    575749634242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail22,748 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,748 miles
    Test number
    558082734239
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K18 FJR

Does K18 FJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 FJR is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 FJR?
The MOT on K18 FJR is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 FJR done?
K18 FJR was recorded at 73,258 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 4,250 miles a year.
Has K18 FJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 FJR has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 FJR 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 K18 FJR find?
K18 FJR passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively advise closer inspection.

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