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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

X28 DLYMOT history

X28 DLY is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 168,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

X28 DLY black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
168,792 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X28 DLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
23 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X28 DLY was last recorded at 168,792 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,785 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
11,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,792 miles
  • 2025 – 159,899 miles
  • 2024 – 156,558 miles
  • 2023 – 148,972 miles
  • 2022 – 137,511 miles
  • 2021 – 123,832 miles
  • 2020 – 112,564 miles
  • 2019 – 96,536 miles
  • 2018 – 81,937 miles
  • 2017 – 66,973 miles
  • 2016 – 52,730 miles
  • 2015 – 49,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,792 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoth inner rack joints have slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre pressure light onRecorded 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,792 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    168,792 miles
    Test number
    317157275347
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner rack joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on
  2. Fail168,785 miles (+8,886)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,785 miles
    Test number
    963202742489
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner rack joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on
  3. Pass159,899 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    159,899 miles
    Test number
    294677258556
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner rack joints
  4. Fail159,899 miles (+3,341)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,899 miles
    Test number
    895231316721
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner rack joints
  5. Pass156,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    156,558 miles
    Test number
    473950582267
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail156,558 miles (+7,586)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,558 miles
    Test number
    723877068523
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass148,972 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,972 miles
    Test number
    756310972295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail148,967 miles (+11,456)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,967 miles
    Test number
    924729966095
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights both drumsticks
  9. Pass137,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,511 miles
    Test number
    620953734885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,506 miles (+13,674)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,506 miles
    Test number
    535869757861
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass123,832 miles (+11,268)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,832 miles
    Test number
    995018256487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,564 miles (+16,028)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,564 miles
    Test number
    858926363372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,536 miles (+14,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,536 miles
    Test number
    257799988495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  14. Pass81,937 miles (+14,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,937 miles
    Test number
    469013743685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass66,973 miles (+14,243)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,973 miles
    Test number
    375594536201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,730 miles (+2,917)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    52,730 miles
    Test number
    694430775164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    49,813 miles
    Test number
    306775515490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,813 miles4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,813 miles
    Test number
    397315615295
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAdvise(front blades smearing screen)
    • NoteAdvise(front discs wearing ,lipped & corroded)

Questions about X28 DLY

Does X28 DLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X28 DLY is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X28 DLY?
The MOT on X28 DLY is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X28 DLY done?
X28 DLY was recorded at 168,792 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 11,273 miles a year.
Has X28 DLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X28 DLY has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X28 DLY 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 DLY find?
X28 DLY passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both inner rack joints have slight play; tyre pressure light on.

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