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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,043 cc

K59 GBDMOT history

K59 GBD is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jun 1993. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
117,494 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K59 GBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,043 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
23 Jun 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K59 GBD was last recorded at 117,494 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,371 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
4,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,494 miles
  • 2024 – 111,549 miles
  • 2023 – 107,329 miles
  • 2022 – 96,048 miles
  • 2020 – 78,687 miles
  • 2019 – 74,342 miles
  • 2018 – 70,467 miles
  • 2017 – 63,899 miles
  • 2016 – 53,496 miles
  • 2015 – 48,843 miles
  • 2013 – 42,378 miles
  • 2012 – 42,346 miles
  • 2011 – 42,016 miles
  • 2010 – 41,857 miles
  • 2009 – 40,652 miles
  • 2008 – 39,290 miles
  • 2007 – 37,909 miles
  • 2006 – 36,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,494 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front Discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front Discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,494 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    117,494 miles
    Test number
    295050807600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail117,371 miles (+5,822)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,371 miles
    Test number
    864174451736
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass111,549 miles (+4,220)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,549 miles
    Test number
    742799269883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,329 miles (+11,281)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    107,329 miles
    Test number
    404237897792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,048 miles (+7,926)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,048 miles
    Test number
    718172965262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,122 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,122 miles
    Test number
    373264581623
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front Discs (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing mirror glass damaged

  7. Fail88,121 miles (+9,434)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,121 miles
    Test number
    318081580673
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front Discs (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing mirror glass damaged

  8. Pass78,687 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,687 miles
    Test number
    382025512646
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing windscreen
    • AdvisoryNSF outer drive shaft CV gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail78,687 miles (+4,345)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,687 miles
    Test number
    565128970227
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing windscreen
    • AdvisoryNSF outer drive shaft CV gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,342 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,342 miles
    Test number
    519460890259
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  11. Fail74,339 miles (+3,872)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    219593288399
    • MajorCentral Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass70,467 miles (+6,568)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,467 miles
    Test number
    204549483304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,899 miles (+10,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,899 miles
    Test number
    169686998545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass53,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,496 miles
    Test number
    293624535614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,496 miles (+4,653)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,496 miles
    Test number
    198577303320
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass48,843 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,843 miles
    Test number
    276799755157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,378 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,378 miles
    Test number
    988483173292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,346 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,346 miles
    Test number
    366923292136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,016 miles
    Test number
    988382971188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,016 miles (+159)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,016 miles
    Test number
    468491971157
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  21. Pass41,857 miles (+1,205)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,857 miles
    Test number
    271407860416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,652 miles
    Test number
    252952089127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,652 miles (+1,362)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,652 miles
    Test number
    131632689128
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  24. Pass39,290 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,290 miles
    Test number
    162919288163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,909 miles (+1,554)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,909 miles
    Test number
    632855987113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,355 miles
    Test number
    550375986149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K59 GBD

Does K59 GBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K59 GBD is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K59 GBD?
The MOT on K59 GBD is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K59 GBD done?
K59 GBD was recorded at 117,494 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 4,175 miles a year.
Has K59 GBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K59 GBD has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K59 GBD 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 K59 GBD find?
K59 GBD passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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