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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

X16 DRAMOT history

X16 DRA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 80,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

X16 DRA blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,869 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 DRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 DRA was last recorded at 80,869 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 6,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,105 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,764 miles
Average per year
6,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,869 miles
  • 2025 – 74,105 miles
  • 2024 – 71,916 miles
  • 2023 – 69,079 miles
  • 2021 – 67,896 miles
  • 2020 – 64,362 miles
  • 2018 – 57,244 miles
  • 2017 – 35,658 miles
  • 2016 – 21,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,869 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 2 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,869 miles (+6,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,869 miles
    Test number
    919559154020
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass74,105 miles (+2,189)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    74,105 miles
    Test number
    701643000946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,916 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    71,916 miles
    Test number
    879422586014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,891 miles (+2,812)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,891 miles
    Test number
    846538003537
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  5. Pass69,079 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,079 miles
    Test number
    664294560352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,896 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,896 miles
    Test number
    467104721347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  7. Fail67,819 miles (+3,457)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,819 miles
    Test number
    281821770815
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working x2 (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass64,362 miles (+7,118)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    64,362 miles
    Test number
    502351164829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,244 miles (+21,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    57,244 miles
    Test number
    253406520153
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass35,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    35,658 miles
    Test number
    877748450602
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight
  11. Fail35,658 miles (+13,876)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,658 miles
    Test number
    666504275041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight
  12. Pass21,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    21,782 miles
    Test number
    698941769472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X16 DRA

Does X16 DRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 DRA is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 DRA?
The MOT on X16 DRA is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 DRA done?
X16 DRA was recorded at 80,869 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 6,135 miles a year.
Has X16 DRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 DRA has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X16 DRA 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 X16 DRA find?
X16 DRA passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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