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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

R389 OFXMOT history

R389 OFX is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jul 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 90,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
90,552 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 OFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Jul 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 OFX was last recorded at 90,552 miles on 18 May 2026, 3,010 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,542 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,010 miles
Average per year
2,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,552 miles
  • 2025 – 87,542 miles
  • 2024 – 82,915 miles
  • 2023 – 80,823 miles
  • 2019 – 80,078 miles
  • 2018 – 77,791 miles
  • 2017 – 76,175 miles
  • 2016 – 73,946 miles
  • 2015 – 71,608 miles
  • 2014 – 69,412 miles
  • 2013 – 65,272 miles
  • 2012 – 59,799 miles
  • 2011 – 54,044 miles
  • 2010 – 49,117 miles
  • 2009 – 44,774 miles
  • 2008 – 40,925 miles
  • 2007 – 36,948 miles
  • 2006 – 32,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,552 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front tyres low inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,552 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    90,552 miles
    Test number
    834760460695
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    778070105348
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass87,542 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,542 miles
    Test number
    923215827735
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail87,542 miles (+4,627)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,542 miles
    Test number
    485812960142
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass82,915 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,915 miles
    Test number
    261508938437
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail82,905 miles (+2,082)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,905 miles
    Test number
    984447026884
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass80,823 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    984192016136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail80,822 miles (+744)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,822 miles
    Test number
    651064459860
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass80,078 miles (+2,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,078 miles
    Test number
    813006889234
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill area rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill area rusty

  10. Pass77,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,791 miles
    Test number
    903039573201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,791 miles (+1,616)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,791 miles
    Test number
    157362313315
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass76,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,175 miles
    Test number
    415684577663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,175 miles (+2,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,175 miles
    Test number
    759616328249
    • FailureCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass73,946 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,946 miles
    Test number
    642903643469
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low inner edge

  15. Fail73,878 miles (+2,270)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,878 miles
    Test number
    104356587139
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low inner edge

  16. Pass71,608 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,608 miles
    Test number
    908091185173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,412 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,412 miles
    Test number
    429312984107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNsr tyre starting to perish.

  18. Fail69,412 miles (+4,140)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,412 miles
    Test number
    559152084195
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNsr tyre starting to perish.

  19. Pass65,272 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,272 miles
    Test number
    216354483435
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail65,272 miles (+5,473)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,272 miles
    Test number
    348434283113
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass59,799 miles (+5,755)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,799 miles
    Test number
    295477482161
    • NoteNearside rear tyre quite badly perished.
    • NoteOffside front tyre badly worn on inside edge

  22. Pass54,044 miles (+4,927)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,044 miles
    Test number
    556917291166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges.

  23. Pass49,117 miles (+4,343)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,117 miles
    Test number
    953188880149
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to go out of sharpe

  24. Pass44,774 miles (+3,849)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,774 miles
    Test number
    464572789110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,925 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,925 miles
    Test number
    393852588182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,948 miles (+4,156)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,948 miles
    Test number
    134454487103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront No plate cracked

  27. Pass32,792 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,792 miles
    Test number
    724867486134
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteFront No plate cracked
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about R389 OFX

Does R389 OFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R389 OFX is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R389 OFX?
The MOT on R389 OFX is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R389 OFX done?
R389 OFX was recorded at 90,552 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 2,908 miles a year.
Has R389 OFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 OFX has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R389 OFX 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 R389 OFX find?
R389 OFX passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 7 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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