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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,400 cc

K31 KENMOT history

K31 KEN is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 3 of 5 MOT tests, with 71,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

K31 KEN white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
71,479 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
5
3 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 KEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 KEN was last recorded at 71,479 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 4,721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,758 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,721 miles
Average per year
4,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,479 miles
  • 2025 – 66,758 miles
  • 2024 – 62,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,479 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

5 tests since 29 Feb 2024, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,479 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    71,479 miles
    Test number
    999131707802
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail71,477 miles (+4,719)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,477 miles
    Test number
    815109841210
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass66,758 miles (+10)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    66,758 miles
    Test number
    973580333126
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Fail66,748 miles (+4,638)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,748 miles
    Test number
    892767149470
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine misfiring - readings unable to be measured (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass62,110 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,110 miles
    Test number
    722798653995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light illuminated

Questions about K31 KEN

Does K31 KEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 KEN is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 KEN?
The MOT on K31 KEN is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 KEN done?
K31 KEN was recorded at 71,479 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 4,701 miles a year.
Has K31 KEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 KEN has failed 2 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K31 KEN 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 K31 KEN find?
K31 KEN passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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