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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

X1 JELMOT history

X1 JEL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 56,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2024.

X1 JEL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2025
Mileage
56,832 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X1 JEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X1 JEL was last recorded at 56,832 miles on 18 Sept 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Oct 2022: 56,812 miles, lower than 56,813 miles on 12 May 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
56,824 miles · 16 May 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 56,832 miles
  • 2022 – 56,812 miles
  • 2017 – 55,142 miles
  • 2016 – 52,740 miles
  • 2015 – 51,340 miles
  • 2014 – 48,420 miles
  • 2013 – 45,277 miles
  • 2012 – 42,101 miles
  • 2011 – 38,580 miles
  • 2010 – 34,726 miles
  • 2009 – 31,558 miles
  • 2008 – 29,193 miles
  • 2007 – 27,261 miles
  • 2006 – 24,687 miles
  • 2005 – 22,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,832 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake behaviour erratic whilst in rollers ,nothing obvious found during mot
  • AdvisoryCorrosion in subframe ,rear axle,suspension, and some brake pipes (limited vision on extent of corrosion in brake pipes due to plastic covering )
  • AdvisoryNoisy cv joint on full lock
  • AdvisorySlight binding of offside front brake
  • AdvisorySome footpedal travel

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front brake discs lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front brake pads wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,832 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    56,832 miles
    Test number
    156015279680
    • AdvisoryBrake behaviour erratic whilst in rollers ,nothing obvious found during mot
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in subframe ,rear axle,suspension, and some brake pipes (limited vision on extent of corrosion in brake pipes due to plastic covering )
    • AdvisoryNoisy cv joint on full lock
    • AdvisorySlight binding of offside front brake
    • AdvisorySome footpedal travel

  2. Fail56,824 miles (+12)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    244196879835
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inoperative

  3. Pass56,812 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,812 miles
    Test number
    985657336310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail56,813 miles (+1,671)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,813 miles
    Test number
    342053314018
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass55,142 miles (+2,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,142 miles
    Test number
    209619838224
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass52,740 miles (+1,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,740 miles
    Test number
    910903903183
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass51,340 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,340 miles
    Test number
    606019383756
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryInner drive shaft sealing gaskets leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryVasrious metal brake pipes corroded

  8. Fail51,340 miles (+2,920)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,340 miles
    Test number
    296672900041
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/45r15 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/45r15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCooling fan inop
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryInner drive shaft sealing gaskets leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryVasrious metal brake pipes corroded

  9. Pass48,420 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,420 miles
    Test number
    606861714368
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront anti roll bar link bushes perished
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes perished
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front to rear metal brake pipes

  10. Fail48,420 miles (+3,143)2 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,420 miles
    Test number
    987641414334
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront anti roll bar link bushes perished
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes perished
    • NoteO/S/R tyre worn on edges. 195/45r15
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front to rear metal brake pipes

  11. Pass45,277 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,277 miles
    Test number
    485260923302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside and Offside rear tyres worn smooth on inner and outer edges would recommend replacement

  12. Fail45,277 miles (+3,176)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,277 miles
    Test number
    948220623318
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside and Offside rear tyres worn smooth on inner and outer edges would recommend replacement

  13. Pass42,101 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,101 miles
    Test number
    748408622351
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteExhaust system in rusty condition.

  14. Fail42,101 miles (+3,521)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,101 miles
    Test number
    195546322373
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteExhaust system in rusty condition.
    • NoteTemp gauge high during test, engine switched off.

  15. Pass38,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    38,580 miles
    Test number
    268625221350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,580 miles (+3,854)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,580 miles
    Test number
    498805911399
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust mountings rusted

  17. Pass34,726 miles (+52)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    34,726 miles
    Test number
    904056820343
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly

  18. Fail34,674 miles (+3,116)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,674 miles
    Test number
    561567400329
    • FailureNearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly out of shape
    • NoteFront and rear discs slightly worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  19. Pass31,558 miles (+2,365)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,558 miles
    Test number
    192352299237
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSmall cuts in rear tyre tread

  20. Pass29,193 miles (+1,932)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,193 miles
    Test number
    330708888490
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass27,261 miles (+2,574)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,261 miles
    Test number
    902642597246
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass24,687 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,687 miles
    Test number
    423601556239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,127 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    22,127 miles
    Test number
    342955745282
    • NoteSmall chips in front screen

Questions about X1 JEL

Does X1 JEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X1 JEL expired on 17 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X1 JEL?
The MOT on X1 JEL expired on 17 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X1 JEL done?
X1 JEL was recorded at 56,832 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2024, an average of 1,822 miles a year.
Has X1 JEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X1 JEL has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2024.
Has the mileage on X1 JEL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Oct 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X1 JEL find?
X1 JEL passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2024 with 5 advisories: brake behaviour erratic whilst in rollers ,nothing obvious found during mot; corrosion in subframe ,rear axle,suspension, and some brake pipes (limited vision on extent of corrosion in brake pipes due to plastic covering ); noisy cv joint on full lock, and 2 more.

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