Volkswagen Polo
Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc
RNJ 655MOT history
RNJ 655 is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,739 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 146,739 mi
- At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 27
- 21 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 5,911 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- RNJ 655
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 26 Jun 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
RNJ 655 was last recorded at 146,739 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 146,730 miles · 20 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 9 miles
- Average per year
- 5,911 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 146,739 miles
- 2025 – 140,809 miles
- 2024 – 135,760 miles
- 2023 – 130,341 miles
- 2022 – 124,684 miles
- 2021 – 117,968 miles
- 2020 – 113,851 miles
- 2019 – 108,264 miles
- 2018 – 101,878 miles
- 2017 – 95,754 miles
- 2016 – 89,464 miles
- 2015 – 83,095 miles
- 2014 – 76,827 miles
- 2013 – 70,999 miles
- 2012 – 65,278 miles
- 2011 – 58,740 miles
- 2010 – 52,492 miles
- 2009 – 46,323 miles
- 2008 – 39,872 miles
- 2007 – 33,830 miles
- 2006 – 27,921 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass146,739 miles
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding
Major2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side
Major2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
27 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass146,739 miles (+9)3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 146,739 miles
- Test number
- 182597094256
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Fail146,730 miles (+5,921)3 major3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,730 miles
- Test number
- 998861476426
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass140,809 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 140,809 miles
- Test number
- 453058686759
- MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail140,806 miles (+5,046)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,806 miles
- Test number
- 319205133432
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass135,760 miles (+5,419)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 135,760 miles
- Test number
- 688253153733
- AdvisoryExhaust flexi slightly deteriorated
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass130,341 miles (+43)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 130,341 miles
- Test number
- 284989771977
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail130,298 miles (+34)3 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,298 miles
- Test number
- 146954450538
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Fail130,264 miles (+5,580)5 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,264 miles
- Test number
- 646520321472
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass124,684 miles (+6,716)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 124,684 miles
- Test number
- 275974826987
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass117,968 miles (+6)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 117,968 miles
- Test number
- 549140912890
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail117,962 miles (+4,111)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,962 miles
- Test number
- 432783685738
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass113,851 miles (+5,587)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 113,851 miles
- Test number
- 876652694698
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth rear springs slight corrosion
- AdvisoryRear blade
Pass108,264 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2020
- Odometer
- 108,264 miles
- Test number
- 337203471859
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail108,264 miles (+6,386)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,264 miles
- Test number
- 849482658204
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass101,878 miles (+6,124)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 101,878 miles
- Test number
- 779962882846
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass95,754 miles (+6,290)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 95,754 miles
- Test number
- 663134284698
- AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Pass89,464 miles (+6,369)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 89,464 miles
- Test number
- 444760069565
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)
Pass83,095 miles (+6,268)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 83,095 miles
- Test number
- 688022465139
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,827 miles (+5,828)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 76,827 miles
- Test number
- 128790664166
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass70,999 miles (+5,721)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 70,999 miles
- Test number
- 245901553448
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBackbox corroded
Pass65,278 miles (+6,538)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 65,278 miles
- Test number
- 565583452160
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass58,740 miles (+6,248)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 58,740 miles
- Test number
- 895528851164
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,492 miles (+6,169)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 52,492 miles
- Test number
- 414119850128
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass46,323 miles (+6,451)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 46,323 miles
- Test number
- 773510669136
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,872 miles (+6,042)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 39,872 miles
- Test number
- 203943968402
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,830 miles (+5,909)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 33,830 miles
- Test number
- 291953567142
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,921 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 27,921 miles
- Test number
- 663795966124
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about RNJ 655
- What vehicle is registration RNJ 655 currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show RNJ 655 on a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jun 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
- Does RNJ 655 currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RNJ 655 is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on RNJ 655?
- The MOT on RNJ 655 is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has RNJ 655 done?
- RNJ 655 was recorded at 146,739 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 5,911 miles a year.
- Has RNJ 655 ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. RNJ 655 has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on RNJ 655 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 RNJ 655 find?
- RNJ 655 passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre, and 1 more.
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