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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

K29 KYEMOT history

K29 KYE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 96,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

K29 KYE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
96,986 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 KYE
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
31 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 KYE was last recorded at 96,986 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 1,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,046 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,940 miles
Average per year
7,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,986 miles
  • 2025 – 95,046 miles
  • 2024 – 87,125 miles
  • 2023 – 73,582 miles
  • 2022 – 60,204 miles
  • 2021 – 51,223 miles
  • 2020 – 48,117 miles
  • 2019 – 42,954 miles
  • 2017 – 33,649 miles
  • 2016 – 24,338 miles
  • 2015 – 20,068 miles
  • 2014 – 16,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,986 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • 175 / 70 / 14 tyres fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Inner wheel arch & underbody covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,986 miles (+1,940)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    96,986 miles
    Test number
    101256499797
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  2. Pass95,046 miles (+7,921)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,046 miles
    Test number
    174635068561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,125 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,125 miles
    Test number
    481601284552
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail87,124 miles (+13,542)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,124 miles
    Test number
    987669650512
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass73,582 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,582 miles
    Test number
    992228907923
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail73,572 miles (+13,368)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,572 miles
    Test number
    825080482436
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass60,204 miles (+8,981)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    60,204 miles
    Test number
    770584527762
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass51,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    51,223 miles
    Test number
    344117467551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,223 miles (+3,106)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,223 miles
    Test number
    301116404606
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass48,117 miles (+5,163)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    48,117 miles
    Test number
    269007626352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    42,954 miles
    Test number
    724608800339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,953 miles (+9,304)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,953 miles
    Test number
    201511475264
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass33,649 miles (+9,311)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    33,649 miles
    Test number
    342912923368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,338 miles (+4,270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    24,338 miles
    Test number
    779087674768
    • Advisory175 / 70 / 14 tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner wheel arch & underbody covers fitted
  15. Pass20,068 miles (+3,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    20,068 miles
    Test number
    933941893674
    • Advisory175 / 70 / 14 tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryInner wheel arch & underbody covers fitted
  16. Pass16,774 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    16,774 miles
    Test number
    897464994266
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about K29 KYE

Does K29 KYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 KYE is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 KYE?
The MOT on K29 KYE is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 KYE done?
K29 KYE was recorded at 96,986 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 7,082 miles a year.
Has K29 KYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 KYE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on K29 KYE 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 K29 KYE find?
K29 KYE passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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