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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

X28 AKRMOT history

X28 AKR is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 104,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

X28 AKR grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
104,357 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X28 AKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
24 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X28 AKR was last recorded at 104,357 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 2,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,804 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,553 miles
Average per year
6,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,357 miles
  • 2025 – 101,804 miles
  • 2024 – 99,437 miles
  • 2023 – 94,589 miles
  • 2022 – 91,542 miles
  • 2021 – 82,368 miles
  • 2019 – 78,019 miles
  • 2018 – 65,020 miles
  • 2017 – 52,603 miles
  • 2016 – 46,119 miles
  • 2015 – 35,870 miles
  • 2014 – 28,439 miles
  • 2013 – 20,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,357 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Under covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,357 miles (+2,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    104,357 miles
    Test number
    289960148999
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass101,804 miles (+2,367)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,804 miles
    Test number
    409789563397
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass99,437 miles (+4,848)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,437 miles
    Test number
    722340061168
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  4. Pass94,589 miles (+3,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    94,589 miles
    Test number
    438457799635
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryUnder covers
  5. Pass91,542 miles (+9,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,542 miles
    Test number
    350388238415
    • AdvisoryUnder covers
  6. Pass82,368 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,368 miles
    Test number
    269792503946
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  7. Fail82,366 miles (+4,347)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,366 miles
    Test number
    756670928266
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  8. Pass78,019 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,019 miles
    Test number
    852615196832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,015 miles (+12,995)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,015 miles
    Test number
    917264036736
    • MajorFront Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass65,020 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,020 miles
    Test number
    850130433399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,015 miles (+12,412)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,015 miles
    Test number
    606233443441
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer and outer skin corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass52,603 miles (+6,484)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,603 miles
    Test number
    409802966161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,119 miles (+10,249)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,119 miles
    Test number
    383315504013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,870 miles (+7,431)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,870 miles
    Test number
    888684958749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,439 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    28,439 miles
    Test number
    996063754270
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  16. Fail28,439 miles (+7,853)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,439 miles
    Test number
    406563854283
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  17. Pass20,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    20,586 miles
    Test number
    718193163296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail20,586 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,586 miles
    Test number
    556613463281
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X28 AKR

Does X28 AKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X28 AKR is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X28 AKR?
The MOT on X28 AKR is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X28 AKR done?
X28 AKR was recorded at 104,357 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 6,777 miles a year.
Has X28 AKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X28 AKR has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on X28 AKR 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 X28 AKR find?
X28 AKR passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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