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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

X18 XLHMOT history

X18 XLH is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 85,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

X18 XLH white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
85,407 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 XLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 XLH was last recorded at 85,407 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,784 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
623 miles
Average per year
6,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,407 miles
  • 2025 – 79,296 miles
  • 2024 – 74,240 miles
  • 2023 – 70,563 miles
  • 2022 – 68,092 miles
  • 2021 – 55,977 miles
  • 2020 – 48,294 miles
  • 2019 – 31,940 miles
  • 2018 – 26,427 miles
  • 2017 – 20,283 miles
  • 2016 – 15,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,407 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,407 miles (+623)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    85,407 miles
    Test number
    149804200200
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

  2. Fail84,784 miles (+5,488)2 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,784 miles
    Test number
    429947488355
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured shock mount (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

  3. Pass79,296 miles (+5,056)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,296 miles
    Test number
    836909477883
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi / clamp loose but not insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,240 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    74,240 miles
    Test number
    473891757153
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail74,239 miles (+3,676)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,239 miles
    Test number
    853690459038
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass70,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,563 miles
    Test number
    619813319647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,563 miles (+2,471)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,563 miles
    Test number
    412576732546
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass68,092 miles (+63)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,092 miles
    Test number
    595612722144
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

  9. Fail68,029 miles (+12,052)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,029 miles
    Test number
    708454999735
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass55,977 miles (+7,683)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    55,977 miles
    Test number
    497009010338
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass48,294 miles (+16,354)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    48,294 miles
    Test number
    999889822954
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen has crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust connecting clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Mirror casing damaged/ missing

  12. Pass31,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    31,940 miles
    Test number
    899543661531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,940 miles (+13)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,940 miles
    Test number
    247453427305
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  14. Fail31,927 miles (+5,500)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,927 miles
    Test number
    776039283902
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve badly corroded

  15. Pass26,427 miles (+6,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    26,427 miles
    Test number
    495909664000
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass20,283 miles (+4,638)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    20,283 miles
    Test number
    560352217025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    15,645 miles
    Test number
    655975444070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X18 XLH

Does X18 XLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 XLH is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 XLH?
The MOT on X18 XLH is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 XLH done?
X18 XLH was recorded at 85,407 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 6,987 miles a year.
Has X18 XLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 XLH has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 XLH 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 XLH find?
X18 XLH passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear.

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