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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

X2 BWJMOT history

X2 BWJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 98,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

X2 BWJ grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,543 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X2 BWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X2 BWJ was last recorded at 98,543 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,528 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
6,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,543 miles
  • 2025 – 89,900 miles
  • 2024 – 81,697 miles
  • 2023 – 72,452 miles
  • 2022 – 64,156 miles
  • 2021 – 61,529 miles
  • 2020 – 58,923 miles
  • 2019 – 57,188 miles
  • 2018 – 47,591 miles
  • 2017 – 42,479 miles
  • 2016 – 36,365 miles
  • 2015 – 29,786 miles
  • 2014 – 20,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,543 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 31 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,543 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,543 miles
    Test number
    187316833437
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail98,528 miles (+8,628)1 dangerous4 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,528 miles
    Test number
    713829663582
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass89,900 miles (+8,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,900 miles
    Test number
    995156033313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass81,697 miles (+9,245)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    81,697 miles
    Test number
    497731959963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,452 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,452 miles
    Test number
    545598186676
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Fail72,449 miles (+8,293)1 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,449 miles
    Test number
    589206314903
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working came back on during test (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on dash
  7. Pass64,156 miles (+2,627)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,156 miles
    Test number
    195439141627
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass61,529 miles (+2,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,529 miles
    Test number
    828581549961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass58,923 miles (+1,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    732296455504
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass57,188 miles (+9,597)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,188 miles
    Test number
    272649971041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,591 miles (+5,112)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,591 miles
    Test number
    630661385226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,479 miles (+6,114)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    42,479 miles
    Test number
    575471075441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,365 miles (+6,579)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    36,365 miles
    Test number
    605505572915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,786 miles (+9,676)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,786 miles
    Test number
    277649451867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    20,110 miles
    Test number
    937604304343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X2 BWJ

Does X2 BWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X2 BWJ is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X2 BWJ?
The MOT on X2 BWJ is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X2 BWJ done?
X2 BWJ was recorded at 98,543 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 6,618 miles a year.
Has X2 BWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X2 BWJ has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X2 BWJ 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 X2 BWJ find?
X2 BWJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/45/16, and 1 more.

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