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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2014 · 999 cc

X18 LJNMOT history

X18 LJN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

X18 LJN blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
89,790 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 LJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
23 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 LJN was last recorded at 89,790 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 3,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,813 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,977 miles
Average per year
7,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,790 miles
  • 2024 – 85,813 miles
  • 2023 – 81,225 miles
  • 2022 – 71,330 miles
  • 2021 – 65,215 miles
  • 2020 – 57,709 miles
  • 2019 – 51,975 miles
  • 2018 – 37,604 miles
  • 2017 – 26,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,790 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    89,790 miles
    Test number
    804225867518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail89,790 miles (+3,977)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,790 miles
    Test number
    348109527106
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass85,813 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,813 miles
    Test number
    377606821567
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail85,812 miles (+4,587)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,812 miles
    Test number
    174885277715
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
  5. Pass81,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    81,225 miles
    Test number
    653687120123
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  6. Fail81,225 miles (+9,895)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,225 miles
    Test number
    480526056004
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  7. Pass71,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    71,330 miles
    Test number
    385783538303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,330 miles (+6,115)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,330 miles
    Test number
    753985378906
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass65,215 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    65,215 miles
    Test number
    806674179026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,209 miles (+7,500)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,209 miles
    Test number
    184468869860
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass57,709 miles (+5,734)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,709 miles
    Test number
    975231523111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass51,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,975 miles
    Test number
    503460534255
    • AdvisoryAdvise N/S/F sill holed and damaged
  13. Fail51,975 miles (+4,435)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,975 miles
    Test number
    499995136128
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Pass47,540 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    47,540 miles
    Test number
    917394001262
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  15. Fail47,538 miles (+9,934)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,538 miles
    Test number
    702934454464
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  16. Pass37,604 miles (+11,168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    37,604 miles
    Test number
    996972128146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  17. Pass26,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    26,436 miles
    Test number
    779596233201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X18 LJN

Does X18 LJN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 LJN is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X18 LJN?
The MOT on X18 LJN is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 LJN done?
X18 LJN was recorded at 89,790 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 7,472 miles a year.
Has X18 LJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 LJN has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X18 LJN 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 X18 LJN find?
X18 LJN passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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