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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,272 cc

K61 WJUMOT history

K61 WJU is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 May 1993. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,158 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K61 WJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,272 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
19 May 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K61 WJU was last recorded at 75,158 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,971 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
187 miles
Average per year
1,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,158 miles
  • 2025 – 74,971 miles
  • 2023 – 73,704 miles
  • 2022 – 72,704 miles
  • 2021 – 69,310 miles
  • 2020 – 65,726 miles
  • 2019 – 61,906 miles
  • 2018 – 59,716 miles
  • 2017 – 58,689 miles
  • 2016 – 57,622 miles
  • 2015 – 56,281 miles
  • 2014 – 55,148 miles
  • 2013 – 53,917 miles
  • 2012 – 52,849 miles
  • 2011 – 51,530 miles
  • 2010 – 49,894 miles
  • 2009 – 47,945 miles
  • 2008 – 45,624 miles
  • 2007 – 42,964 miles
  • 2006 – 40,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,158 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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,158 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,158 miles
    Test number
    198892684027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,971 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    74,971 miles
    Test number
    150289105225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass73,704 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    73,704 miles
    Test number
    966343236323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,672 miles (+968)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,672 miles
    Test number
    273956734723
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.7mm and deteriorating (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.8mm and deteriorating (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,704 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,704 miles
    Test number
    708496454889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,606 miles (+3,296)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,606 miles
    Test number
    630964230883
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,310 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,310 miles
    Test number
    825277686186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,290 miles (+3,564)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,290 miles
    Test number
    438974977998
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction air freshener etc hanging from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass65,726 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,726 miles
    Test number
    678323872923
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail65,724 miles (+3,818)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    435632796988
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass61,906 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,906 miles
    Test number
    931972847888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,716 miles (+1,027)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,716 miles
    Test number
    125542305683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,689 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,689 miles
    Test number
    713420156399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,622 miles
    Test number
    283759325806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,622 miles (+1,341)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,622 miles
    Test number
    566053640416
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass56,281 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,281 miles
    Test number
    546134805172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,148 miles (+1,231)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,148 miles
    Test number
    689584304197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,917 miles (+1,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,917 miles
    Test number
    477553193080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass52,849 miles (+1,319)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,849 miles
    Test number
    516896112144
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to limit

  20. Pass51,530 miles (+1,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,530 miles
    Test number
    217868511487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass49,894 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,894 miles
    Test number
    700487510174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,945 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,945 miles
    Test number
    211124419490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,624 miles (+2,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,624 miles
    Test number
    423045118167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass42,964 miles (+2,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,964 miles
    Test number
    304085317157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass40,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,112 miles
    Test number
    304349816141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K61 WJU

Does K61 WJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K61 WJU is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K61 WJU?
The MOT on K61 WJU is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K61 WJU done?
K61 WJU was recorded at 75,158 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 1,763 miles a year.
Has K61 WJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K61 WJU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on K61 WJU 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 K61 WJU find?
K61 WJU passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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