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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

X29 NLBMOT history

X29 NLB is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 78,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

X29 NLB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
78,928 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X29 NLB
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
2 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X29 NLB was last recorded at 78,928 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 5,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,679 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,249 miles
Average per year
5,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,928 miles
  • 2025 – 73,679 miles
  • 2024 – 71,539 miles
  • 2023 – 59,621 miles
  • 2022 – 59,321 miles
  • 2020 – 52,251 miles
  • 2019 – 47,513 miles
  • 2018 – 43,140 miles
  • 2017 – 38,550 miles
  • 2016 – 27,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,928 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm - Both Sides (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,928 miles (+5,249)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    78,928 miles
    Test number
    381134638151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,679 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,679 miles
    Test number
    735334957886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,678 miles (+2,139)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,678 miles
    Test number
    496089729390
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass71,539 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    71,539 miles
    Test number
    735504239105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail71,494 miles (+2,231)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,494 miles
    Test number
    726087682680
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre x2 not repairable

  6. Pass69,263 miles (+9,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,263 miles
    Test number
    807339113902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass59,621 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,621 miles
    Test number
    959927618453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,321 miles (+7,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    59,321 miles
    Test number
    143528900930
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass52,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    52,251 miles
    Test number
    373332880577
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly imbalanced

  10. Fail52,251 miles (+4,738)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,251 miles
    Test number
    310840692337
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly imbalanced

  11. Pass47,513 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,513 miles
    Test number
    142760351915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,140 miles (+4,590)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,140 miles
    Test number
    199740478092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,550 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,550 miles
    Test number
    530970741208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm - Both Sides (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail38,550 miles (+10,688)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,550 miles
    Test number
    854649995049
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm - Both Sides (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass27,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    27,862 miles
    Test number
    407888649136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X29 NLB

Does X29 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X29 NLB is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X29 NLB?
The MOT on X29 NLB is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X29 NLB done?
X29 NLB was recorded at 78,928 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 5,392 miles a year.
Has X29 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X29 NLB has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on X29 NLB 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 X29 NLB find?
X29 NLB passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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