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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

K28 MRDMOT history

K28 MRD is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 107,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

K28 MRD black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
107,630 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K28 MRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K28 MRD was last recorded at 107,630 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 11,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,710 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,920 miles
Average per year
5,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,630 miles
  • 2025 – 95,710 miles
  • 2024 – 94,545 miles
  • 2023 – 92,270 miles
  • 2022 – 88,842 miles
  • 2020 – 83,635 miles
  • 2019 – 77,706 miles
  • 2018 – 66,351 miles
  • 2017 – 59,901 miles
  • 2016 – 53,599 miles
  • 2015 – 47,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,630 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner and outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner and outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,630 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,630 miles
    Test number
    343381097220
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail107,630 miles (+11,920)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,630 miles
    Test number
    472825161011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass95,710 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,710 miles
    Test number
    672974341072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,545 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    94,545 miles
    Test number
    203636242624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,270 miles (+3,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,270 miles
    Test number
    929526496709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass88,842 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,842 miles
    Test number
    409879205860
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and damp (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level getting low
  7. Fail88,841 miles (+5,206)1 dangerous1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,841 miles
    Test number
    467050735791
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and damp (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear foot brake lower effort
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level getting low
    • AdvisoryNoise heard when rear brakes applied
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor light on
  8. Pass83,635 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,635 miles
    Test number
    369431859039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail83,635 miles (+5,929)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,635 miles
    Test number
    697827976931
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass77,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    272875180211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  11. Fail77,706 miles (+11,355)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    873469138773
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  12. Pass66,351 miles (+6,450)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,351 miles
    Test number
    328335318006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,901 miles
    Test number
    651829170849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,875 miles (+6,276)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,875 miles
    Test number
    608912819013
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding n/s and o/s (3.7.B.1)
  15. Pass53,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,599 miles
    Test number
    482869087332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,599 miles (+6,313)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,599 miles
    Test number
    199662115525
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  17. Pass47,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,286 miles
    Test number
    536618045000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about K28 MRD

Does K28 MRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K28 MRD is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K28 MRD?
The MOT on K28 MRD is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K28 MRD done?
K28 MRD was recorded at 107,630 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 5,531 miles a year.
Has K28 MRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K28 MRD has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K28 MRD 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 K28 MRD find?
K28 MRD passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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