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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 1992 · 1,043 cc

K97 XPYMOT history

K97 XPY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 33,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
33,572 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K97 XPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,043 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K97 XPY was last recorded at 33,572 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,569 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,572 miles
  • 2025 – 33,479 miles
  • 2024 – 33,282 miles
  • 2022 – 33,212 miles
  • 2020 – 33,012 miles
  • 2019 – 30,915 miles
  • 2018 – 27,494 miles
  • 2017 – 23,449 miles
  • 2015 – 23,160 miles
  • 2014 – 22,844 miles
  • 2013 – 22,213 miles
  • 2012 – 21,432 miles
  • 2011 – 20,608 miles
  • 2010 – 19,865 miles
  • 2009 – 19,142 miles
  • 2008 – 18,470 miles
  • 2007 – 17,642 miles
  • 2006 – 16,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,572 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.

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass33,572 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    33,572 miles
    Test number
    923005247473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail33,569 miles (+90)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,569 miles
    Test number
    207228841251
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass33,479 miles (+197)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    33,479 miles
    Test number
    519517498944
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (ALL) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor/drain plug slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor/drain plug slightly corroded

  4. Pass33,282 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    33,282 miles
    Test number
    370498788275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear arches

  5. Pass33,212 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    33,212 miles
    Test number
    480313948420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,012 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    33,012 miles
    Test number
    341458211159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail33,001 miles (+2,086)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,001 miles
    Test number
    868553890727
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass30,915 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,915 miles
    Test number
    445410262114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,494 miles (+4,045)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    27,494 miles
    Test number
    186216241425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and o/s floor (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass23,449 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    23,449 miles
    Test number
    298559615439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail23,447 miles (+287)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,447 miles
    Test number
    275500377370
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (rear section) (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

  12. Pass23,160 miles (+316)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,160 miles
    Test number
    878803105297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel filter housing corroded

  13. Fail22,844 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,844 miles
    Test number
    348479394124
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass22,844 miles (+631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    22,844 miles
    Test number
    716289094161
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass22,213 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,213 miles
    Test number
    228355203226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFuel filter housing corroded but not leaking

  16. Fail22,213 miles (+781)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,213 miles
    Test number
    116185403236
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFuel filter housing corroded but not leaking

  17. Pass21,432 miles (+824)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,432 miles
    Test number
    348567202476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel filter housing corroded but not leaking

  18. Pass20,608 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    20,608 miles
    Test number
    555741601233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,865 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    19,865 miles
    Test number
    341122000232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,142 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,142 miles
    Test number
    514642119285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail19,141 miles (+671)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,141 miles
    Test number
    660341019284
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass18,470 miles (+828)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    18,470 miles
    Test number
    402647708215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteRear bumper insecure

  23. Pass17,642 miles (+849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,642 miles
    Test number
    950215807210
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass16,793 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,793 miles
    Test number
    661376506262
    • NoteRear tyre inner walls slightly cracked
    • NoteSlight play nearside front suspension strut top mounting bush
    • NoteSlight play steering column top bush
    • NoteVarious metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Questions about K97 XPY

Does K97 XPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K97 XPY is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K97 XPY?
The MOT on K97 XPY is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K97 XPY done?
K97 XPY was recorded at 33,572 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 844 miles a year.
Has K97 XPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K97 XPY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K97 XPY 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 K97 XPY find?
K97 XPY passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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